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Moving to a Senior Living Community: How & When?

With contributions by Eva Hutton, Marketing Director at Crestview Retirement Community & Jessica Garner, Community Resource Director at The Isle at Watercrest Bryan I spoke with Eva Hutton, Marketing Director at Crestview Retirement Community, and Jessica Garner, Community Resource Director … [Read more...]

5 Smart Ways You Can Catch Up On Retirement Savings by Chris Hogan

by Chris Hogan A popular and dynamic speaker on the topics of personal finance, retirement and leadership, Chris Hogan helps people across the country develop successful strategies to manage their money, both in their personal lives and businesses. His new book, Retire Inspired: It’s Not an Age; … [Read more...]

Why Bryan? Because It’s Just Better.

  Bryan started as a small-town stop along the expanding railway system in Texas. William Joel Bryan was a nephew of Stephen F. Austin, one of the first settlers to the area, and is our city’s namesake. On August 19, 1867, the first train steamed into town and since that day, life has just … [Read more...]

Let’s Be Honest; Effective Communication of Your Health With Your Doctor

Q&A with Dr. Barbara Pierce, MD, of the College Station Family Medicine Center Q: Why is it important to have clear communication of your health (or concerns) with your doctor? A: A person must work to develop a good line of communication with their physician, in order to get the most … [Read more...]

What Should You Know About Kidney Disease?

Rejeesh Vasudev, MD, FACP, FASN, FASH, FNKF Why are the kidneys so important in our body? Humans have two kidneys, each about the size of a fist, located on either side of the upper back. Healthy kidneys carry out many vital functions in our body and keep the bodily chemicals in balance. Most … [Read more...]

Hospice Brazos Valley’s Associate Medical Director, Community Clinician Called to Care

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance’s 2013 edition ranked Bryan-College Station as the third best city to live in America. Reasons for this recognition include size, economy and the many benefits that allow residents to enjoy a convenient and comfortable lifestyle. One of those benefits is access to great … [Read more...]

Now Open: CHI. St. Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a Partnership with HealthSouth®

[huge_it_gallery id="2"] CHI St. Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital, A Partnership with HealthSouth®, opened its doors to the Brazos Valley and surrounding areas August of 2016. CHI St. Joseph recognized that there was an exceptional need for better inpatient rehab care in the community, and … [Read more...]

Routine Medical Screenings: When, Who, Why or Why Not?

with contributions by Dr. Barbara Pierce, MD, of the College Station Family Medicine Center What are some common health screenings men and women should have done routinely? How often? What criteria must patients meet? Can these screenings be done through a Primary Care Provider (PCP)? "There is … [Read more...]

Brazos County Master Gardener’s Plant Sale!

Come select from Natives, Perennials, Herbs, Vegetables and Bulbs especially suited to Brazos County growing conditions. Come early, bring your wagon to fill with must-have plants and enjoy a wonderful time with fellow Brazos County gardeners! Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer gardening … [Read more...]

Carriage Inn: No Pressure Question & Answer

Please join Trevino-Smith Funeral Home as Carriage Inn presents: No Pressure Question & Answer Session Questions you'd like answered about funerals and funeral pricing Our exclusive pre-arrangement counselor will be on hand to answer your questions. Tuesday, February 7, 2017 | 5:30pm - 7pm Light … [Read more...]

Sassy Shoe Social

  Benefiting Phoebe’s Home, "Sassy Shoe Social" mission is to bring awareness, educate women on how to prevent domestic and dating abuse, provide assistance to those who are already in those situations and build confidence. This event gives women from all walks of life an opportunity to … [Read more...]

6th Annual Huffines Discussion

"An event like no other. We bring eight national leaders and thinkers in Human Performance and Sports Medicine to Texas A&M and let them speak each for 15 minutes. What will they say?  Talks are at a conversational level - for everyone. So be with us  on November 11, 2016 from 1:00-4:00 pm at … [Read more...]

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