UCD May 2021 Newsletter
UCD May 2021 Newsletter
Harlingen students launch ‘Life is Sweet Enough’ awareness campaign
HARLINGEN, RGV – Harlingen high school students are so concerned about the high rates of diabetes and obesity in the Rio Grande Valley they have launched a community health awareness campaign.
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Ground Broken – Proyecto Juan Diego to build Community center
After 15 long years, Proyecto Juan Diego celebrated a significant milestone Thursday morning in a dusty lot in Cameron Park.
A long-awaited, two- story community center designed with the goal of serving Cameron Park and Brownsville will become a reality in nine to 12 months in one of the city’s poorest areas to bring social services to the doorsteps of those in need.
Comeback of a School Icon – Old Greyhound Stadium to Reopen for Evening Use
SAN BENITO — A popular San Benito workout spot is making a comeback. And it won’t cost a dime to use. Starting Monday, the Greyhound stadium track will be open to the public not only in the morning, but also in the evening from 4 to 9 p.m.
Three years ago, evening hour usage by residents was suspended by San Benito CISD because of an increase in incidents of vandalism, damages to the premises and misuse of the facilities.
CDC Prediabetes – Screening Test
Prediabetes means your blood glucose (sugar) is higher than normal, but not yet diabetes. Diabetes is a serious disease that can cause heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, or loss of feet or legs. Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or prevented in people with prediabetes through effective lifestyle programs. Take the first step. Find out your risk for prediabetes.
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