It's Flu Season Article By Brazos County Health District There are some things you can count on when fall comes: football, pumpkins, sweaters, and unfortunately, influenza (the flu). While seasonal flu can happen any time of the year, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. This is … [Read more...]
Senior Citizens Association Looking for Dominoes Players (And More!)
Senior Citizens Association Looking for Dominoes Players (And More!) Information provided by the Brazos County Senior Citizens Association Are you looking for some fellow dominoes players? Maybe you're searching for a place to learn more about keeping in shape with Tai Chi or other exercise? … [Read more...]
Impressive Attendance at Brazos Valley Gives Media Launch and Ribbon Cutting
Impressive Attendance at Brazos Valley Gives Media Launch and Ribbon Cutting Article + Photos By Lizzie West A large crowd gathered in the ballroom of The Veranda October 3rd as Brazos Valley Gives launched its inaugural year with a well-attended ribbon cutting. The evening began with some … [Read more...]
Mending Hearts Grief Center presents Alan Pedersen
presents Alan Pedersen Mending Hearts Grief Center is proud to sponsor an evening with Alan Pedersen, a bereaved dad and an award-winning songwriter, recording artist, and speaker. Through words and music, Alan will share with us his inspirational story of finding hope in the midst of grief. … [Read more...]
‘Brazos Valley Gives’ on October 22 Supports Over 84 Nonprofits
Have you heard the buzz about an upcoming event called Brazos Valley Gives? This buzz is evolving into what is sure to be one of the most unifying and exciting days of giving for our 7-county region. So, what is Brazos Valley Gives? Brazos Valley Gives is 18-hours of on-line giving that brings … [Read more...]
Retirement: Have You Started Planning
Retirement: Have You Started Planning Article By | Debbie Bloyd There are so many things you need to consider as you approach retirement. Waiting until the last minute without a plan is a BAD idea. I get it, time sneaks up on you and it is really hard to get a handle on the costs of things that … [Read more...]
Knee pain? Strengthen Your Knee and Alleviate the Ache with These Tips
Knee pain? Strengthen Your Knee and Alleviate the Ache with These Tips Dr. Coy Wright is an orthopedic surgeon at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – College Station and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Brenham. Knee pain can be frustrating and prohibitive. It can keep you from … [Read more...]
Hog Splash 2019
Hog Splash 2019 Article & Photos provided by Hospice Brazos Valley By the time August rolls around, you’ve already been to every pool and splash pad more times than you can count and everyone is looking for a creative way to beat the heat. You can put an exclamation mark at the end of your … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis: Prevention and Treatment
What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis: Prevention and Treatment Article by | Danie Fallon PT, DPT, MBA, Director of Therapy Services at the College Station Medical Center Arthritis is a general term that often describes joint pain or joint disease and is one of the contributing factors to a … [Read more...]
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Original Recipe by | Becky Hardin Ingredients: 2 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium yellow onion diced 4 cloves garlic minced 2 jalapenos diced 6 cups low-sodium chicken stock 2 14.5 ounce fire roasted diced tomatoes w/green chilies 1 11 ounce can corn 1 14.5 … [Read more...]
10 Important Health Screenings
10 Important Health Screenings Article Courtesy of CHI St. Joseph The physicians at CHI St. Joseph Health understand that health needs change as you age. The risks for certain conditions increase over time, making health screenings more important as we mature. Make sure you are aware of these 10 … [Read more...]
Summer Heat
Summer Heat Article provided by | Adult Protective Services/Texas Dept. of Family & Protective Services (DFPS) According to the Centers for Disease Control, hundreds of people across the United States die and millions are at risk of getting sick every year from heat-related illnesses. Most of … [Read more...]
Just Hang Up!
JUST HANG UP! Protect Yourself From Unscrupulous Telemarketers and Con Artists Article Courtesy of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Young Lawyers Association Senior citizens are the number one targets of con artists, who prey on seniors’ polite and trusting nature. These scams take every … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Original Recipe by | allrecipes.com Ingredients: 2 cups water 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 cubes chicken bouillon 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, smashed 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1/2 teaspoon … [Read more...]
The Importance of Companionship for Caregivers
The Importance of Companionship for Caregivers Article Courtesy of CHI St. Joseph While rewarding in many ways, caring for a loved one with a condition like Alzheimer’s disease can require more work than a full-time job. Between taking them to different appointments, picking up medications, … [Read more...]
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