Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation steps in to serve community
Learn how the Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation serves the Corpus Christi area, especially the underserved and disenfranchised in the community, with Foghorn reporter Peyton Henderson.
Category: Health
Movember prostate cancer awareness month
Movember, also known as Men’s Health Awareness Month, is an annual global campaign that encourages men to grow their mustaches (or MOs) and participate in various activities to raise awareness about men’s health issues starting from November 1st until November 30th. This month-long event focuses on promoting physical and mental well-being among men, addressing issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health challenges, and suicide prevention. Movember provides a platform for men all over the world to bravely speak about their health openly, seek support, and take proactive steps towards a healthier and happier life. It aims to challenge…
Veteran copes with PTSD through artistic creations
Former Marine encourages fellow vets to seek help if they’re struggling The dimly lit booth filled with an assortment of handcrafted wooden flags and crosses sits quietly in the middle of a bustling crowd of people at the Hollydays Market of the American Bank Center. While most venders attempt to sell their products to potential customers as soon as their wandering eyes hit their booth, Rick Pritchard sits alone in the corner of his. Isolated from the crowd, and silent among the lively chatter that fills the market, Pritchard’s demeanor paints a picture of his past. His eyes reveal the…
Taking control of your body and mind
There are instances when 24 hours is not enough. Between taking care of children, housework and meals, finding time to exercise can seem impossible. The path to a healthier lifestyle can feel daunting initially. Unfortunately, it is easy to let ourselves become weighed down in work and priorities, but with National Women’s Health and Fitness Day on Sept. 28 it is a good time to refocus on the importance of making healthier lifestyle choices. Many women put their health and fitness last on their to-do list. Each woman has her own idea of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle and the…
Suicide Prevention Symposium offers support, resources
Del Mar will host its eight annual Suicide Prevention Symposium beginning tonight in the Harvin Center on Heritage Campus. Special guest speaker Gabe Alvarado will address the crowd during the first part of the event at 6 p.m. in the Retama Room. Alvarado, who lost his left arm and was burned over 60% of his body in an oil refinery explosion, will share the story about how he realized life was worth living again. Although the road to recovery was long, Alvarado has now created his own foundation in hopes of helping others who are dealing with thoughts of suicide.…