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We love teachers! Help Houston Life celebrate amazing educators as they head back to school
Read full article: We love teachers! Help Houston Life celebrate amazing educators as they head back to schoolHouston Life and Shell Federal Credit Union are teaming up once again to show some special teachers some love as they head back to the classroom.
Free service provides Houston-area drivers with access to no-cost towing services
Read full article: Free service provides Houston-area drivers with access to no-cost towing servicesMost people in the Houston-Galveston area would agree that driving across town isn’t necessarily the best part of your day.
New initiative aims to focus on heart health for pregnant women and moms
Read full article: New initiative aims to focus on heart health for pregnant women and momsWith an ever-accelerating rate of maternal mortality brought on by cardiovascular disease in the U.S., cardiologists at UTMB Health are currently working to launch a cardio and obstetrics program.
Beyond the electric grid: How the state is equipped to overcome extreme temperatures
Read full article: Beyond the electric grid: How the state is equipped to overcome extreme temperaturesDon't you ever wonder what happens behind the scenes to keep on our lights and heat when the worst of weather hits?
A day in the life of one of Houston’s favorite chefs: Eat Like a Local’s Chris Shepherd
Read full article: A day in the life of one of Houston’s favorite chefs: Eat Like a Local’s Chris ShepherdWhile you’ve likely heard much about Chris Shepherd before, what you might not know is how hard he works on a daily basis to bring everything he’s got to the people of the city, while still pouring into his home life with his wife, Lindsey Brown.
Every 40 seconds, an American has a heart attack. Understand your risks and how to be proactive in your heart health.
Read full article: Every 40 seconds, an American has a heart attack. Understand your risks and how to be proactive in your heart health.A heart attack happens when a part of the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood. And the more time that passes without restoration to the blood flow, the greater the damage that can happen to the heart muscle.
Here’s how getting each year’s flu shot could contribute to better immunity against future strains of the virus
Read full article: Here’s how getting each year’s flu shot could contribute to better immunity against future strains of the virusEach year’s new flu shot promises to give you the best protection against the strains of the current season, but experts say it can also help years down the line.
Lung cancer doesn’t just happen to smokers. Important things to know, and how to be proactive in your health.
Read full article: Lung cancer doesn’t just happen to smokers. Important things to know, and how to be proactive in your health.When we hear of a lung cancer diagnosis, many of us might assume the patient has smoked at some point in their life. While that can often be the case, it is certainly not always.
How a renowned local chef is (successfully) aiming to change the lives of hospitality workers nationwide
Read full article: How a renowned local chef is (successfully) aiming to change the lives of hospitality workers nationwideSouthern Smoke holds a festival each year that hosts some of the industry’s most talented chefs and personalities, with the help from plenty of local chefs and establishments.
Outdoor fun has begun: 3 things to consider for the weekend (or weeknight)
Read full article: Outdoor fun has begun: 3 things to consider for the weekend (or weeknight)As we all welcome the cooler weather, we’ve finally reached a point where many of us are looking to find more ways to entertain ourselves outdoors. It does seem quite overdue, doesn’t it?
Immunotherapy research is showing promising results in childhood cancer. Here’s how.
Read full article: Immunotherapy research is showing promising results in childhood cancer. Here’s how.While nearly 80% of children with cancer in the U.S. will be cured, many face lifelong quality-of-life challenges or medical complications that come as a result of their treatment.
These risk factors can increase the chances of a liver cancer diagnosis. Here’s how you can be one step ahead.
Read full article: These risk factors can increase the chances of a liver cancer diagnosis. Here’s how you can be one step ahead.Liver cancer is one of the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, accounting for about 700,000 deaths each year, according to the American Cancer Society.
How to choose the best care for a loved one after a stroke
Read full article: How to choose the best care for a loved one after a strokeAccording to the CDC every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability, reducing mobility in more than half of stroke survivors age 65 and older.
These 2 simple acronyms can help anyone quickly identify signs of a stroke
Read full article: These 2 simple acronyms can help anyone quickly identify signs of a strokeMay is Stroke Awareness Month. The quicker you identify the signs of a stroke, the quicker you can get help, and the better the outcome.
Huzzah! Behind the scenes: Texas Renaissance Festival
Read full article: Huzzah! Behind the scenes: Texas Renaissance FestivalThe Texas Renaissance Festival is now underway in Todd Mission, about 55 miles northwest of Houston. Nicknamed the “Texas Ren Fest,” it’s open Saturdays, Sundays and Thanksgiving Friday October 8, 2022 - November 27, 2022.
Click2Win: Fredericksburg Romantic Getaway
Read full article: Click2Win: Fredericksburg Romantic GetawayValentine’s Day is around the corner and to celebrate, Fredericksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau is giving one lucky couple the chance to win an unforgettable Texas Hill Country experience. Scroll down to enter now.
Tag along with Houston Life’s Lauren Kelly as she goes furniture shopping
Read full article: Tag along with Houston Life’s Lauren Kelly as she goes furniture shoppingThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. Lauren Kelly just moved, so naturally, her next step is shopping for all the fun furniture. Let's go to Star Furniture & Mattress for a look at their Columbus Day sale. Kelly will fill you in on the inside scoop, as the sale runs through Oct. 23.