October Recognition Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15 and recognizes the independence anniversary for Latin American countries El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras. Then the independence anniversary dates of Mexico on 9/16 and Chile 9/18.  It was initially observed as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon B. Johnson and later expanded to 30 days by President Ronald Reagan.  The month celebrates the rich history, heritage, and important contributions of American citizens who came from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, and South and Central America. 

Receiving preventative healthcare reduces the risk for diseases, disabilities, and death.  And, the benefits of receiving preventative healthcare from your primary care provider include: early diagnosis = early treatment, avoid or reduce symptoms of illness, and regular screenings can save you money on future medical expenses. 

At HealthTexas, our primary care doctors not only treat symptoms or diseases, but encourage healthy lifestyle choices to reduce the need for diagnostic services.  With 18 locations to serve you, many of our providers hablo español! Also, FREE Patient Education Classes are offered to our patients which include topics on Advance Directives, Alzheimer’s disease, Asthma/COPD, Diabetes education, Matters of Balance, and Nutrition.