May 22, 2015 As the 84th Texas Legislative Session begins to wrap up, Doctors for Change (DFC) is beginning to reflect on this past season of advocacy in Austin, Texas. Since the first day of the legislative session on January 13, 2015, DFC has been making consistent trips to … [Read more...] about Advocacy Spotlight on Rice Students 2015
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Youth Art Competition 2014: Celebrating a Healthy Mind and Body
DFC invited Houston area youths to enter our 2014 art, creative writing, photography, and video media contest! The theme was “Celebrating a Healthy Mind and Body.” Participants were asked to tell us what it means to them to be healthy. Congratulations to our winners below and … [Read more...] about Youth Art Competition 2014: Celebrating a Healthy Mind and Body
DFC Leader’s Op-Ed on Palliative Care Featured in the Chronicle
Dr. Jill Ann Jarrell (DFC) and Dr. Colleen Keough’s article, featured on the Houston Chronicle’s Opinion’s page, describes palliative care and makes the case for why we need more palliative care services in Texas. May 6th, a bill that would establish a palliative care advisory … [Read more...] about DFC Leader’s Op-Ed on Palliative Care Featured in the Chronicle
Doctors For Change Announces 3rd Annual Luncheon and publication of the Doctors for Change Guide to Access to Care and Community Resources
Join local nonprofit Doctors For Change, Community Advocates, and Healthcare Leaders for the 2015 Luncheon: Prescriptions for a Healthy Houston HOUSTON, TX (May 13, 2015) - Doctors For Change (DFC) invites Houston residents to learn more about its mission to create a … [Read more...] about Doctors For Change Announces 3rd Annual Luncheon and publication of the Doctors for Change Guide to Access to Care and Community Resources
Palliative Care and Texas’ Aging Population
Palliative care, often referred to as end-of-life care, is specialized medical care that focuses on reducing suffering and improving quality of life for individuals with life-threatening illnesses. Palliative care does not just treat the patient’s physical symptoms. Rather, it … [Read more...] about Palliative Care and Texas’ Aging Population