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Gut Health and the Microbiome
School is back in session, and I don’t know a single person that isn’t
Upcoming Free Mammography Clinic Sponsored by
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is making plans for their
CHRISTUS Health celebrates community partners for
(TYLER, Texas) – CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System recognized 10 organizations from Northeast Texas
CHRISTUS Health awards more than $3.3
Four Northeast Texas groups from the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances ministry received funds totaling $300,000
HC Health Care Foundation’s First Men’s Health Initiative Exceeds Goals
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation held two firsts this year. One was Man Bingo, also known as Mingo, which was bingo with prizes men (or anyone) would enjoy. This was
Andrew Vo Competes at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix in
Andrew Vo, your local 15-year-old Sophomore at Sulphur Springs High School, and his family traveled to Poland for 2 weeks to compete at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix / Jettribe European Championship Jetski Race. The
Back to school: CHRISTUS Health stresses importance of immunizations
(EAST TEXAS) – As students prepare to head back to classrooms, CHRISTUS Health is stressing the importance of immunizations and physical exams for a healthy start to a new school year. Texas law requires children
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 08.07.2024
Chamber Connection – Aug. 7 By Butch Burney The anticipation has been growing and now it is time for the actual preparation. We are looking forward to a fantastic 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest
Photo releases – Handbag Bingo
Watson photo: David Watson is prepared to sell you a property or this lovely Jimmy Choo bag! Thanks to David and Coldwell Banker Watson Company for sponsoring this gorgeous camera bag. What a classic…David and
Photo releases – Handbag Bingo
Alliance Bag Photo: Alliance Bank, Alliance Bank Financial Services, and Galyean Insurance, as part of their title sponsorship of Designer Handbag Bingo, are sponsoring a Bonus Round bag. Keith Shurtleff, Alliance Bank’s market president –
Foundation Provides Overview of Bags for Designer Handbag Bingo
Sulphur Springs, TX – After many hours of shopping, the Foundation’s handbag acquisition team has made its selection. Almost 40 bags will be given away as prizes at the 5th Annual Designer Handbag Bingo on
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 07.30.24
The anticipation has been growing and now it is time for the actual preparation. We are looking forward to a fantastic 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Oct. 26, and it’s time for stew
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs receives national award
(SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Mother Francs Hospital – Sulphur Springs is being recognized for excellence in stroke care by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The national award, Get With The Guidelines
Building Habits in our Children
This summer, my kids and I have taken a walk almost every day. Well, I walk and they ride their bike or scooter. I made this as a goal at the beginning of the summer
Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Announces the 2025 Gala Chairs
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Board of Directors is excited to share that the 2025 Gala chairs will be a family affair! Linda and Joe Bob Burgin along with their
Foundation Announces First Handbag Bingo Title Sponsor
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo has a title sponsor for the first time in its five-year history. The Alliance Bank family of businesses (Alliance Bank, Alliance Bank
Feeling pain rather than fireworks in the bedroom? Here’s what
Not quite feeling fireworks in the bedroom, but experiencing pain instead? Here’s what you need to know. First, I want you to know you are not alone if this is something you experience. Nine
Hopkins County United Way Gives Back To Community
A message from Hopkins County United Way: “Thanks to our generous community, Hopkins County United Way received contributions exceeding original allocations for the 2022-2023 Campaign, Chaired by Emily Glass. Hopkins County United Way
A yoga flow to open your chest & midback during
The female body is truly amazing when it comes to growing and expanding to create life. But with these postural changes come compensations in other parts of the body. Three specific changes I have
The Essential Minerals: Their Benefits and How to Get Them
Minerals are vital nutrients that our bodies need to function properly. Unlike macronutrients like proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, which our bodies require in large amounts, minerals are needed in smaller quantities. However, their importance cannot
CHRISTUS Health encourages safe fireworks use for Independence Day celebrations
(EAST TEXAS) – CHRISTUS Health is encouraging everyone to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday safely by providing fireworks safety tips. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports there were eight deaths and nearly 10,000 people
CHRISTUS Health encourages routine screenings, checkups for Men’s Health Month
(East 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. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
Enjoy Vacation & Feel Good While Doing It
Vacation is a time to relax, unwind, and enjoy new experiences. However, it’s also essential to maintain healthy eating habits to keep your energy levels up and avoid unnecessary weight gain. I often get asked
When should your child outgrow bedwetting? By Dr. Hailey Jackson
Bed-wetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is involuntary urination while asleep after the age where staying dry at night can be reasonably expected. Let’s start with how common bedwetting is — nearly 10% of children ages
The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Heart Calcium Tests
Sulphur Springs, TX – It is always a little intimidating to have a new medical test scheduled. Will it hurt? Is it invasive? How long will it take? The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation wants
CHRISTUS Health provides tips to prepare for summer heat
(EAST TEXAS) – The summer heat has arrived, which means understanding and preventing heat-related illnesses is more important than ever, according to CHRISTUS Health. There are four main types of heat-related illnesses: heat rash,
