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	AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NEW LATINO DIABETES TOOLKIT To celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and to recognize those in the Hispanic/Latino American population who have, or are at risk for, diabetes, the American Diabetes Association, through a grant from the Abbott Fund, is introducing its new ....

	WATERMELON MAY HAVE VIAGRA-EFFECT COLLEGE STATION -- A cold slice of watermelon has long been a Fourth of July holiday staple. But according to recent studies, the juicy fruit may be better suited for Valentine’s Day. That’s because scientists say watermelon has ingredients that de....

	DISTURBING FINDINGS ON DRUG USE AND SUICIDE AMONG HISPANIC YOUTH A recent survey by the federal government has found that “Hispanic teens try drugs and commit suicide at higher rates” than their counterparts. In a story reported by the Associated press; the report says that “Hispanic students were more likely t....

U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 31 SATURDAY, MAY 31: JOHNSTOWN FLOOD Profile America Saturday, May 31st. Today marks the anniversary of the one of the worst disasters to hit the U.S. -- the Johnstown Flood of 1889, in Pennsylvania. Heavy rains burst a nearby dam forming a lake for ....

Study Confirms That Avastin Significantly Increases Chance of Living Without Disease Progression i.... BASEL, Switzerland, May 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Avastin (bevacizumab), significantly improves the time patients with metastatic breast cancer live without their disease getting worse ("progression-free survival") when combined with a commonly used chemo....

Water Park Thrills at Jaw-Dropping Prices Fun is now more affordable at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor ARLINGTON, Texas, May 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As food, gasoline and airfare prices continue to climb, unprecedented entertainment savings are just a click or Coke can away. Effectiv....

Prescription Drug Abuse a Disturbing Trend Among Hispanic Youth Dallas, TX--(HISPANIC PR WIRE)--July 26, 2006--Recent data show that abuse of prescription drugs such as pain-relievers and stimulants is a disturbing trend among Hispanic youth, and parents are not aware of the dangers. Today, the Deputy Drug Czar....

EL PROBLEMA DESATENDIDO DE LA SALUD HISPANA: LA SALUD MENTAL Los expertos en salud nacional han identificado la seria necesidad de una mayor competencia cultural a la hora de tratar asuntos de salud mental relacionados con la comunidad hispana. El tema ganó importancia en una conferencia que la organiz....

THE NEGLECTED HISPANIC HEALTH ISSUE: MENTAL ILLNESS National health experts have identified a serious need for more cultural competency when dealing with mental health issues related to the Hispanic community. The subject gained prominence at a conference hosted by the National Alliance for th....

Richardson joins Pfizer to launch health program at La Clinica de Familia LAS CRUCES — Gov. Bill Richardson joined Karen Katen, Pfizer vice-chairwoman and Harriet Brandstetter, chief executive officer of La Clinica de Familia, to launch the Alliance for a Healthy Border, a partnership to reduce the prevalence of diabetes....

Consejos para Comer Saludable y Barato Si quiere sacarse un 10 en conducta en el supermercado, recuerde que una buena alimentación empieza con una sabia elección al momento de comprar. Con ingredientes adecuados, se preparan alimentos sanos. Pero, ¿quién tiene el tiempo de leer las etiq....

New diabetes drugs give double punch Two experimental pills seem to help older diabetes drugs lower patients' blood sugar, with the added bonus of a little weight loss. The once-a-day medications are the first in a new class of Type 2 diabetes drugs that work in a unique way, and comp....

FOR HEFTY HISPANIC YOUTH - SAME BATTLE CRY, NEW FOE As I walk through the halls of my predominantly Hispanic high school, I'm awash in a sea of round, glowing faces. I look at my students - at the zenith of their youth - carrying big round paunches, thick double chins and big behinds jammed into des....

Local Law Enforcement Run Torch from the Rio Grande Valley to Arlington MIDLAND – Law enforcement officers across the state, and in the Permian Basin/Big Bend Area, will leave their patrol cars behind and hit the streets on foot to support Special Olympics Texas. The officers will participate in the Law Enforcement To....

HIV/AIDS AFFECTS US ALL: YOUR INPUT MATTERS Lubbock Regional MHMR Center serves in the capacity of Administrative Agency for HIV Services for the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). We receive Ryan White CARE Act Title II and State Services funds that we allocate to three subc....