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Health and Fitness


Susan G. Komen for the Cure to donate $100 million for immediate patient care

The company is taking a new approach to research.

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008

UTD’s Debbie Francis honored by First Lady Laura Bush

Francis' stellar work for the Center for BrainHealth leads to award, honors.

Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008

Peace Race on Saturday Sept. 20 moved from TCU to Trinity River trails in Fort Worth

Several hundred runners and walkers are expected to take part in the family-oriented event, which will benefit The Peace Alliance.

Friday, Sept. 19, 2008

$3 million renovation of Verandah Club at Hilton Anatole in Dallas is ta-da complete

The hotel's newly renovated 80,000-square foot private fitness club is located in the hotel's beautiful 7-acre park.

Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008

McKinney ISD to hold Wellness Rally on September 27

The 3rd annual McKinney ISD Wellness Rally will be held at Towne Lake Park on Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 9am-12pm.

Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008

Duncanville Wellness and Safety Fair set for October 4

Health screenings will be available and information booths will be set up for the community.

Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008

New product Wednesday, at Dallas-area stores: Crest Nature’s Expressions mint + green tea extract toothpaste

Green tea infiltrates yet-another category of consumer products.

Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008

Vaccinations are a big whoop in Tarrant County

Pertussis is on the rise, and inoculations are strongly urged.

Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008

24 Hour Fitness offering free workouts during Olympics

Mention the "We Are All Athletes" promotion at any 24 Hour Fitness location from now until August 25 to receive your free workout.

Monday, Aug. 11, 2008

S.T.A.N.D. Up Pleasant Grove campaign to debut with shopping spree

Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert will help a deserving family in a 90-second shopping spree at Minyard's.

Monday, Aug. 11, 2008

Kids Wish Network helps Wylie teen with swim with dolphins

Rock Knezek and his family were treated to a trip to Florida.

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008

Denton will shock public pools with chlorine ‘til summer’s over

There haven't been any reports of cryptosporidiosis traced to the pools, they just want to be on the safe side.

Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008

Dallas-based Repair Stem Cell Institute announces science advisory board

The board consists of some of the world's leading stem cell medical, science and research professionals.

Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008

Children’s Medical Center Dallas doctor pooh poohs parents who attempt potty training in just one day

A Children's Medical Center neuropsychologist says train-in-a-day techniques may not be realistic for many families.

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Children’s Medical Center offers parents tips for healthy school lunches

Variety, moderation, and balance are key.

Monday, July 28, 2008

City of Dallas to spray mosquito-killing insecticide on Thursday and Friday nights

Spraying follows the collection of a second mosquito with West Nile Virus.

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

CVS Caremark Trust awards Easter Seals North Texas $30,000 grant to support local autism services

Funds will provide occupational, physical, and speech-language therapies for children who have autism and other special needs and are uninsured, underinsured or Medicaid-lapsed clients.

Monday, July 21, 2008

Texas Oncology-Baylor Charles A. Sammons Center among the first free-standing clinics in U.S. to boast new cancer-fighting technology

Multimillion dollar investment in state-of-the-art radiation technology improves cancer care for patients in Metroplex.

Monday, July 21, 2008

Fort Worth’s Hispanic Wellness Fair offers free medical services for all

The 10th annual event August 2 will include vision, cancer, diabetes, and HIV screenings.

Monday, July 21, 2008

Flower Mound to host Second Annual Suicide Awareness Walk on Nov. 1

Last year’s walk, organized by a Flower Mound woman who lost her son, attracted 164 participants and raised $20,000.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

TCU’s Center for Healthy Aging seeks old farts who want to exercise

... and maybe some who don't, but ought to.

Monday, July 7, 2008

Bonnell’s restaurant joins Cuisine for Healing

Bonnell's fine Texas cuisine offers healthy menu items for patients with life-threatening illnesses.

Friday, July 4, 2008

Dallas mayor joins national effort on HIV testing day

500 free rapid oral tests have been donated to one testing location in Oak Lawn.

Friday, June 27, 2008

Dallas-based Luke’s Locker serves local athletes

Founded over 20 years ago, the local and family owned Luke's Locker remains an institution for Dallas athletes.

Saturday, June 21, 2008

City encourages residents to take advantage of free CPR classes

In an effort to help Fort Worth residents gain life-saving CPR skills, the City of Fort Worth Public Health Department provides free American Heart Association Family and Friends CPR classes the first Thursday of every month.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Flower Mound Parks and Recreation offices have moved

The group is now located at the new Community Activity Center.

Sunday, June 15, 2008

Substance found in red wine is found (in mice) to mimic a restrictive diet

Apparently the same substance slows aging. There is a God.

Sunday, June 8, 2008

ExxonMobil receives 2008 Malaria Award from Global Business Coalition

Nine businesses to be honored for fighting diseases.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Flower Mound opens new community activity center Saturday June 21

Enjoy swimming in the indoor natatorium and outdoor water park, sports in the gym, games in the Chill Zone, giveaways, and tours of the new facility all day.

Saturday, May 31, 2008

American Heart Association survey reveals you probably don’t know CPR

89% of people will at least attempt CPR.

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

American Heart Association dubs Metroplex bad for your heart

At least we didn't come in last.

Monday, May 19, 2008

Arlington-based Veria appoints new president

Health and wellness company names leader of HD television network and companion website.

Monday, May 19, 2008

Friday May 16 is National Bike to Work Day shut up and do it

With gas prices being what they are, here's a chance to start finding better ways to work.

Thursday, May 15, 2008

More Life Festival continues in Fort Worth

Inaugural AIDS education and awareness festival aims to dispel myths and challenge complacency about HIV and AIDS.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Latina teen pregnancy rate deserves recognition as national crisis

Pregnancy rates for Latina teens have risen to the point that they now have the highest rates of teen pregnancy and births.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD hosting community health expo May 8

Vaccinations, eye exams, glucose testing and bone density. You name it, they test it.

Monday, May 5, 2008

American Heart Association launches first of new journals

Dallas-based AHA has four more titles scheduled later in 2008.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Two Rowlett Parks & Recreation staff members receive awards

The Rowlett Parks and Recreation Department also received an award for increasing participation in athletic leagues and programs.

Saturday, April 19, 2008

Denton and Texas Woman’s University work together on May is “Exercise is Medicine” month

Mayor McNeill said that physical inactivity and obesity are two major public health problems, not only in Texas and the United States, but also across the globe.

Friday, April 18, 2008

American Heart Association’s National Start! Walking Day is April 16

Start walking, Tarrant County.

Monday, April 14, 2008


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