February 2012 Archive

Delicious and Nutritious: Grant to Help Create a Health Conscious Community

By Suzanna Cisneros
February 29, 2012

More than $50,000 from the Texas Department of State Health Services will be used to provide the Lubbock community with tools needed to get healthy.

Let's Talk About Sex

By Steve Pair
February 27, 2012

Sexual activity and STDs are on the rise in senior citizens and college students.

Sister Act: Scholarships Propel Sisters' Nursing Careers

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February 24, 2012

School of Nursing donors were honored during an annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon.

Polio Vaccine Demonstrates Importance of Immunization

By Suzanna Cisneros
February 23, 2012

Nearly 60 years after the first polio vaccines were administered, the once devastating disease has been virtually eliminated from western countries.

What's Your Poison?

By Lisa Ruley
February 22, 2012

The West Texas Regional Poison Center raises awareness and promotes poison prevention among 36 counties.

Man Up Against Testicular Cancer

By Suzanna Cisneros
February 21, 2012

PC Support Unit Manager Jason Morton's testicular cancer diagnosis nearly three years ago changed his life and encouraged him to spread awareness through Single Jingles.

Pharmacy Student on a Chase to Help Others

By Mark Hendricks
February 20, 2012

A love of running leads one Amarillo pharmacy student to make a difference in his community.

When Love is Not in the Air: Mending a Broken Heart

By Suzanna Cisneros
February 13, 2012

Going through a breakup this Valentine's Day? Don't let it get you down.

Three Heart Myths Debunked

By Steve Pair
February 10, 2012

Watch out for these common misconceptions as you work to improve your heart health this month.

Obesity Pilot Program Targets Preschoolers

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February 07, 2012

Project to evaluate impact of early intervention on healthy eating habits and active living.