Forget the universe and the deep blue seas. The real unknown world is right on top of you. It’s the brain. Thanks to 2019 Co-chairs Peggy Dear and Betty Regard, UT Southwestern Medical Center’s 2019 Carolyn P. Horchow Women’s Health Symposium will present “Exploring the Ultimate Frontier: Inspired Insights Into The Brain” on Thursday, March 21.Taking place at T. Boone … [Read more...] about Learn About The Gray Matter Frontier At UT Southwestern Medical Center’s 2019 Carolyn P. Horchow Women’s Health Symposium
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Girl Power Resonated At The Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Women Of Distinction Luncheon
Empowering young women to pursue successful lives on their owns terms was the theme of the hour when the Girls Scouts of Northeast Texas held its Women of Distinction Luncheon on Friday, November 2, at the Omni Hotel Dallas. The theme was stressed from the get-go, when luncheon Co-chairs Dee Brown and Sharon Morrison welcomed everyone before giving way to Clarice Tinsley, the … [Read more...] about Girl Power Resonated At The Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Women Of Distinction Luncheon
MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
According to Texas Women’s Foundation President/CEO Roslyn Dawson Thompson,“We are fortunate to live in a state with an exceptional quality of life, low unemployment and a strong economy. Yet despite our prosperity, too many Texans lack opportunities and suffer economic hardship. That is particularly true for Texas women and girls.“From the age of 18, Texas women are … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Women’s Foundation
MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
According Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier,“Recently, with the help of our caretakers we were able to get my 90-year old mother and her wheelchair to Santa’s workshop, and have her join me on Santa’s lap for a photograph. Mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s five years ago by Dr. Roger Rosenberg. While it was a lighthearted moment, that experience … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
Louise Caldwell is an old pro when it comes to preparing for a fundraiser. On Thursday, November 1, she proved that as guests started arriving at The Fairmont Dallas for the Dallas Historical Society’s 2018 Awards for Excellence in Community Service Luncheon.Earlier in the day some called with a last minute request for a table. No problem. Louise had a table in reserve just … [Read more...] about Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Tea
The annual Sweetheart Ball tea is rather unique. Not only does it introduce the newest members of the organization that has provided millions of dollars for UT Southwestern's cardiology undertakings, it also provides an update by Southwestern's leading experts to discuss developments and plans in the field of heart health.This year's Ball Chair Lisa Troutt hosted the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Tea
MySweetWishList: Heroes For Children
According to Heroes For Children Board Chair Thor Hoppess,“Heroes for Children (HFC) supports families who have heard the life-changing words, ‘Your child has cancer.’ I remember the September day in 2010 when my daughter was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, and the fear that colored the holiday season that year.“Living with childhood cancer is a dark world for the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Heroes For Children
MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
According to Texas Discovery Gardens Director of Education Erin Shields,“Dallas area children need out-of-school, immersive experiences in science. However, the cost of such outings are often not within a school’s field trip budget. This scholarship fund allows more teachers the opportunity to bring their students to these significant science experiences. To date, 8,705 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
Baylor Scott And White Sports Therapy And Research Center At The Star Dazzles Baylor Health Care System Foundation Board Members
Breaking with the tradition of holding its quarterly board meeting at Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center, the Baylor Health Care System Foundation members headed their cars up north to The Star on Tuesday, September 11. The occasion wasn’t a workout with the Dallas Cowboys, but rather to see and learn about the gleaming new 375,000-square-foot Baylor Scott And White Sports … [Read more...] about Baylor Scott And White Sports Therapy And Research Center At The Star Dazzles Baylor Health Care System Foundation Board Members
JUST IN: Hyundai Hope On Wheels Presents A $500K Check To Children’s Medical Center Foundation For Pediatric Cancer Research
With September being National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Hyundai folks popped by Children’s Medical Center to celebrate the motor company’s 20th anniversary of Hyundai Hope on Wheels, the nonprofit committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer.While cancer-surviving kiddos like Sadie Keller, Reese Lewis and London Blair left their handprints on a shiny … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Hyundai Hope On Wheels Presents A $500K Check To Children’s Medical Center Foundation For Pediatric Cancer Research
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
According to Triumph Over Alzheimer Founder Leslie Ann Crozier,In January of 2017, Harvard University’s Dr. Rudy Tanzi, in Forbes magazine, said “Alzheimer’s will be the biggest epidemic in medical history. I’m shocked that people are not panicked about what this disease is going to do to the country.” Ten months later, in the same publication, Dr. Tanzi asserted that … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s