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AIDS Foundation Houston Launches "Rapid Start" HIV Treatment
The START Now Project links persons living with HIV to immediate treatment and care
Beginning May 3, 2021, AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, launched a rapid start anti-retroviral treatment project as a service to people diagnosed with HIV. START Now (Strategic, Targeted, Anti-Retroviral Treatment Now) is designed to provide linkage to care and treatment medication to persons newly diagnosed with HIV within the first seven days of their diagnosis.
Mayor Turner Hosts Adult Literacy Breakfast to "Keep the Torch LIT"
Nearly 250 of Houston’s community leaders joined elected officials for the Mayor's Adult Literacy Breakfast on September 14 at the Julia Ideson Building. Candace Burns, anchor with KPRC Channel 2, emceed the event as Mayor Sylvester Turner headlined his final Breakfast as Mayor and stressed the importance of improving adult literacy in our city and the need for increased opportunities that allow individuals to learn basic digital skills to thrive in a connected economy. Turner praised adult learners and recognized award recipients for supporting literacy efforts.
Texas Legislative Black Caucus George Floyd Act
On Thursday, August 13, the Texas Legislative Black Caucus announced details for the George Floyd Act, a piece of comprehensive legislation they will file when the Texas Legislature meets again in January 2021. The law will honor the life and memory of George Floyd, a native Houstonian who died in May of this year when a police officer knelt on his neck for eight minutes and forty-six seconds.
Castle Biosciences Collaborates with The Sun Bus to Provide Free Skin Cancer Screenings
The Sun Bus will make a stop at Castle’s headquarters in the Houston area on Monday, May 16
Castle Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSTL), a company improving health through innovative tests that guide patient care, today announced that for the second year, it is a national sponsor of The Sun Bus, a mobile clinic that provides free skin checks and sun safety education across numerous U.S. states.
Business is Booming for Houston Nurse who Helps Plastic Surgery Patients Recover in Ultra Plush Penthouse Suites
VIP Recovery Care, a budding luxury surgical aftercare service created by a local specialty nurse, just launched its second penthouse recovery suite in Houston to accommodate the rapidly growing number of plastic surgery patients looking for a more luxurious, discreet and safe way to heal after surgical procedures.
Grant-funded breast cancer screening, wrap-around services available through Texas Southern University
Texas Southern University is now providing breast cancer screening, among other services, for African American and other ethnic minority women in Harris, Grimes, Matagorda, Walker, and Wharton counties, as part of a grant from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). The $1 million grant, which TSU secured in fall 2021, also provides patient navigation/barrier reduction services, and evidence-based culturally appropriate breast cancer awareness and education services for a population that has traditionally been underserved and at higher risk for breast cancer.
Grant-funded breast cancer screening, wrap-around services available through Texas Southern University
Texas Southern University is now providing breast cancer screening, among other services, for African American and other ethnic minority women in Harris, Grimes, Matagorda, Walker, and Wharton counties, as part of a grant from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). The $1 million grant, which TSU secured in fall 2021, also provides patient navigation/barrier reduction services, and evidence-based culturally appropriate breast cancer awareness and education services for a population that has traditionally been underserved and at higher risk for breast cancer.
Latino Voters Are Making the Democrats Sweat
Democrats see their fortunes rising with constituencies they’ll need to run up big victories in the midterm elections. They expect to do especially well with suburban women, even non-college-educated women, and are optimistic about millennials and a decent turnout by African-Americans. They’re concerned, however, about Latinos, especially men.
The Houston Museum of African American Culture Announces the Opening of in-dif-fer-ence and Democracy
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is pleased to announce the July 28, 2018 opening of in·dif·fer·ence and Democracy, curated by John Guess, Jr. in·dif·fer·ence will be on display through September 22, 2018 and then again from October 10 through November 10, 2018. Democracy will be on display through September 15, 2018.
Harris Health System—University of Houston Collaboration Fills Emergency Need for Face Shields in Hospitals Caring for Coronavirus Patients
With supply companies unable to fulfill emergency requests for medical face shields, and with a need to assure this critical resource for staff in its hospitals, Harris Health System reached out to an unlikely partner for help—the University of Houston.
Texas Southern University Athletics receives grant from Save the Children Fund
The Texas Southern University Athletics Department has received a $98,111 grant from the Save the Children Fund, an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries.
New Community Initiative
“Changing 1 Life At A Time” Inner City Communities -VS- First Responders
I would like to invite you to join my new initiative “Changing 1 Life at a Time.”
Doctor Who Revelations
Doctor Who teleports to the Children’s Museum of Houston
His identity is vast as space and timeless as infinity. But, who is Doctor Who? Unravel the mysteries of the ultimate Time Lord and encounter not one, not two, but THREE of your favorite incarnations of The Doctor.His identity is vast as space and timeless as infinity. But, who is Doctor Who? Unravel the mysteries of the ultimate Time Lord and encounter not one, not two, but THREE of your favorite incarnations of The Doctor.
Houston Native Serves with the U.S. Navy Half a World Away
A Houston native and 2013 Summer Creek High School graduate is serving in Japan in the U.S. Navy aboard USS Germantown.
MUSC to Spend $52 Million With Small, Women and Minority-Owned Businesses in Construction of New Children’s Hospital
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is on track to spend $52 million in contracts with small, women and minority-owned business enterprises (SWMBEs) during construction of the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion. When construction on the estimated $385 million project is completed and the doors open in 2019, the structure will be among the most well-equipped and technologically advanced facilities in the nation.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Creates New Office Of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence
Program Launched To Empower Survivors With A Safe And A Financial Path Forward
Effective immediately, the Mayor’s Office of Human Trafficking will expand to include Domestic Violence and focus on services and policies to address gender-based violence. The new Office of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence (MOHT&DV) will be led by Minal Patel Davis.
Foundation for Jones Hall announces $50 million renovation plans for iconic performing arts facility this summer and beyond
Will build upon earlier renovation work and improve patron and performer experiences through technology and infrastructure enhancements
The Foundation for Jones Hall (FJH) announces renovation plans for Jones Hall, Houston’s iconic performing arts center, focused on significantly improving patron, musician and artist experiences. This renewal is designed to bring the building up to the highest standards in technology and operations, while incorporating modern amenities. Renovations, which range from state-of-the-art acoustical and infrastructure improvements to new, relocated restrooms; new, wider stairways; an expanded Green Room and lobby expansion/improvements, will continue over the coming summers and will build upon the first phase of renovations completed in 2020 and 2021.
Street Olympics Officials Kick Off Summer Games
Children from Precinct One’s youth programs joined Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Street Olympics officials and sponsors on June 7 for the official kick-off of the 31st annual Summer Games and the celebrated lighting of the Olympic flame.
Legends of the Ball, Inc. Celebrates the Power of Trailblazers and Empowers the Next Generation of Female Athletes
Legends of the Ball, Inc. hosts their Annual Golf Classic to fund scholarships for aspiring female athletes.
Groundbreaking for HCDE’s new Academic and Behavior School East building
Harris County Department of Education leaders will gather on Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony to launch the construction phase of the new Academic and Behavior School East building. The new facility will be built on the existing campus’ field, located in southeast Harris County.
