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June 2024

Closing the Depression Gender Gap

by Kristy Como Armand Half as many men report being depressed as women (about 1 in 16 men versus 1 in 8 women), according to the National Alliance of Mental Illness. But that discrepancy may be because many men see the condition as a sign of emotional weakness, which makes […]

June 2024

Prioritizing Sleep: Unlocking Men’s Health and Vitality

In a world where the pursuit of productivity often overshadows the necessity of rest, it’s time to wake up to the profound importance of sleep, especially for men. Sleep is not merely downtime; it’s a vital process that rejuvenates both body and mind, crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. […]

June 2024

Men’s Health Don’t Put off MENtioning It

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), only about 50% of men in the United States say they consider getting an annual check-up. For various reasons, men tend to be less likely to seek medical care and wellness exams. By following this trend, the threat of poorer health outcomes […]

May 2024

Summer-ize your Skin

Summer is here and it’s time to break out the swimsuits, shorts and tees! But first, consider the condition of your skin. Is it dry and flakey? Are you troubled by that one spot that just won’t firm up? According to Richelle Cannon, medical aesthetician at Renaitre A Williamson Cosmetic […]

May 2024

Lighter Moisture, Heavier Sunscreen: Alter Your Skincare Routine for Summer Radiance

by Kerri Cooke While attaining your optimal beach body, don’t forget to also tailor your skincare routine to specific needs that appear with summer weather. Winter is all about slathering the skin with layers of heavily moisturizing ingredients to offset dry air, but your summer routine requires a different […]

May 2024

Wax On, Wax Off: Hair Removal for Basking in the Sun

by Kerri Cooke In the 1933 film Dinner at Eight, while talking about a Florida beach vacation, Jean Harlow declares, “You know, my skin’s terribly delicate and I don’t dare expose it,” before turning around to show her exposed back in her party dress. While winter is all about […]

May 2024

Cool Jobs – Gulf Coast Forensic Solutions: Local Business Equips First Responders for Crime Scene Investigation

by Kerri Cooke Charles “Charlie” Hunter, Jr. is the CEO and president of Gulf Coast Forensic Solutions, a local company which not only equips first responders in the community with the tools they need to investigate crimes based on digital and physical forensics, but also provides forensic anthropology skills […]

May 2024

Becoming Part of Something Greater: Air Force Veteran Finds his Place by Serving Other Veterans

by Matt Dye In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, Brandon Lambert, former Cyber Transport Systems Specialist (3D172), SSgt for the United States Air Force and now chaplain for the Lake Charles VFW, shared his military journey and his current role with the VFW. Lambert was in 10th grade on […]

May 2024

Responding to Responders: “With You” Foundation Focuses on Wellness for First Responders

by Angie Kay Dilmore Allen Cormier has worked in law enforcement for over a decade, and prior to police work, he served in the Marine Corps. He’s never experienced a job that wasn’t physically and mentally challenging. But in 2020, the stresses of COVID-19 and back-to-back hurricanes caught up […]