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Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, casseroles and pumpkin pie... Thanksgiving dinner is certainly not the day to count every bite! Enjoying your favorite holiday foods is part of the fun, but a little balance can help you avoid that overly stuffed, ready-for-a-nap feeling. Don't skip breakfast just to make room for dinner. Add some vegetables and lean proteins to your plate. Take your time eating and go back for seconds if you're still hungry. Savor your favorite desserts without feeling like y …

So, flu season is approaching and you’re running out of sick days? What about your fall plans, trick-or-treating, and apple picking? Family activities are no fun when you’re under the weather. Don’t let the bug ruin your fall fun! Here are a few ways to help keep the flu on the sidelines so you can enjoy your cool-weather calendar. Wash Those Germs Away Make handwashing a habit, especially before eating and after coughing or sneezing. Wash with soap and water for at least 20 se …

A new season is a good reminder to review and update your AED program. Confirming that each device is operational, properly stocked, and easy to access can help ensure your organization is prepared when every second matters. AED Maintenance Checklist Include these steps in your routine AED inspections: Check the status indicator for warning lights or error messages. Inspect the device for damage, corrosion, or other visible concerns. Verify battery service dates and replace batteries as recomme …

Texas continues to make significant investments in strengthening the healthcare workforce. Recently, Governor Greg Abbott announced more than $5.8 million in grants to graduate nursing and medical education programs through the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's Emergency and Trauma Care Education Partnership (ETEP) Program. The funding is designed to expand emergency and trauma care education, increase clinical training opportunities, strengthen partnerships between academic institutio …

Purchasing Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated Between deadlines, approvals, and procurement requirements, every purchase can feel like a project of its own. Cooperative purchasing offers a simpler way to get the products and equipment you need without starting the bid process from scratch. Many government agencies, schools, colleges, and universities are eligible to purchase through competitively awarded cooperative contracts. When permitted by your organization’s purchasing policies, yo …