National Women’s Health Week A Reminder For Women To Get Important Health Screenings
May08

National Women’s Health Week A Reminder For Women To Get Important Health Screenings

Texas Health And Human Services Hosts Virtual Women’s Wellness Event During May THHS News Release AUSTIN – Texas Health and Human Services is raising awareness of National Women’s Health Week beginning May 8 by encouraging women and girls across the state to take care of their physical and mental health. “We hope to motivate women this week to make time for important health screenings, including mammograms and cervical cancer...

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Approximately 50 Venders, Agencies Will Offer Free Health Screenings, Information April 5 At 55+ Health Fair
Mar30

Approximately 50 Venders, Agencies Will Offer Free Health Screenings, Information April 5 At 55+ Health Fair

A 55+ Health Fair will be held Tuesday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at First Baptist Church Sulphur Springs’ Recreational Outreach Center (The ROC), 115 Putman St. “We will have lots of booths, giveaways and screenings that will be free for you to take advantage of,” said Karon Weatherman, Senior Citizens Center program and marketing director. 55+ Health Fair will be held April 5, 2022, at First Baptist...

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CHRISTUS Health Encourages Routine Screenings, Checkups for Men’s Health Month
Jun09

CHRISTUS Health Encourages Routine Screenings, Checkups for Men’s Health Month

June 9, 2025 – (TYLER, Texas) – June is Men’s Health Month and CHRISTUS Health is encouraging men to  prioritize their health by taking advantage of routine screenings and checkups.  Studies show that men ages 15 to 65 are significantly less likely than women to seek preventive  care and more likely to report not having a primary care provider, or PCP.  A PCP can review medical and family history and...

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CHRISTUS Health: Learn About Colorectal  Cancer and When to Start Screenings
Mar03

CHRISTUS Health: Learn About Colorectal  Cancer and When to Start Screenings

March 3, 2025 – (EAST TEXAS) – CHRISTUS Health recognizes National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month  in March by providing crucial information about the second–deadliest cancer in the U.S. that can  be detected early with screenings.   Current guidelines recommend that people start regular screenings at age 45.   Dr. Kai Xia, chief of the department of gastroenterology for CHRISTUS Health Northeast Texas,  says...

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Cancer Screenings Encouraged For Women Ages 20-49 During Cervical Health Awareness Month
Jan08

Cancer Screenings Encouraged For Women Ages 20-49 During Cervical Health Awareness Month

Cervical Cancer Is The Third Leading Cancer Diagnosis For Women Ages 20-39, Fifth In Women Ages 40-49. AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is recognizing January as National Cervical Health Awareness Month and encouraging women to get screened for cervical cancer. “Over the years, we have seen a dramatic decrease in cervical cancer. However, rates have recently leveled off,” said Faith Sandberg-Rodriguez, associate...

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National Men’s Health Month Is A Good Time To Schedule Annual Screenings
Jun29

National Men’s Health Month Is A Good Time To Schedule Annual Screenings

CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News- June 29, 2021 CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ.  By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Be Proactive! June is National Men’s Health Month:  What better time than now, than to schedule annual...

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Texas Health and Human Svcs Encourages Screenings During January, Cervical Health Awareness Month
Jan18

Texas Health and Human Svcs Encourages Screenings During January, Cervical Health Awareness Month

 NEWS RELEASE Texas Health and Human Services Commission Cecile Erwin Young, HHS Executive CommissionerDate: Jan. 13, 2021Contact: Ty Bishop, 512-424-6951 [email protected] Encourages Cancer ScreeningsDuring Cervical Health Awareness MonthAUSTIN – In observance of January as National Cervical Health Awareness Month, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get...

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HC Health Care Foundation’s “Celebrate ‘the girls’” Champions Breast Cancer
Oct24

HC Health Care Foundation’s “Celebrate ‘the girls’” Champions Breast Cancer

October 22, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Foundation’s breast health party, affectionately titled “Celebrate ‘the girls’”, was an incredible evening of laughter, friendship, and breast health education for the public! Women from all walks of life united in the spirit of wellness and community, with the ladies of the Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group serving as hosts. The event is expected to become an annual...

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Governor Abbott Secures Federal Extension for Healthy Texas Women Program
Jun29

Governor Abbott Secures Federal Extension for Healthy Texas Women Program

On June 27, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott announced the federal renewal of the Healthy Texas Women Medicaid waiver through June 30, 2030. The waiver, approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), ensures continued funding and support for critical women’s health services in Texas. “By securing this waiver extension through 2030, Texas will further support the health and well-being of women, especially those most...

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In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis
May07

In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis

By Liza Kalinina, Texas Community Health News May 7, 2024 For 24/7 mental health support in English or Spanish, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s free help line at 800-662-4357. You can also reach a trained crisis counselor through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Across the state, rural hospitals face a shortage of mental health care providers, with over 60% of rural...

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