When many think of the word legacy, the central question is, “What will I leave behind for the next generation?” Will it be the family house, heirlooms, recipes, etc.? What typically comes to mind is a physical, tangible inheritance, but this perspective negates the value of knowledge and disregards the power of shared time. My […]
Constipation is a very common ailment, especially in children. While most treatments are considered safe for short-term or intermittent use, always discuss long-term treatment options with your healthcare provider. Understanding the differences among medications, their safety profiles and mechanisms of action hopefully will help you approach treatment options and discussions of those options with more […]
When was the last time you gave your skincare and makeup collection a good cleanup? If you had to search your memory, it’s probably been too long. Spring is a perfect time to go through your drawers and cabinets, purge any expired products and replenish your supply. Here are some helpful tips for tackling that […]
In addition to waving to crowds at the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Biloxi, Stacy McGuire Thunelius will serve as a symbol of Irish culture throughout the coming season. The McGuire family name comes from Northern Ireland, Thunelius says, and she’s belonged to the Hibernia Irish Society for four years. This year, she received a special […]
From Coast Episcopal School A year and a half after launching its Transitional Kindergarten program, educators at Coast Episcopal School are convinced of the initiative’s many benefits. The independent school in Long Beach introduced the program in August 2021, having identified a need to provide a “bridge year” for students who would benefit from an […]
From Memorial Health System Obesity is a statewide problem. Based on 2022 data, two in five adults in Mississippi are obese or morbidly obese, and nearly half of Mississippi children are overweight or obese. Dr. Simhachalam Gurugubelli, an internal medicine specialist at Memorial, received training in obesity medicine at Harvard. This training makes him one […]
The observance of Girl Scout Week from March 12-18 celebrates the birthday of a sisterhood that has touched millions of lives. Here, Becky Traweek, chief executive officer for Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi, tells us about the organization and its impact. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE AND MISSION OF GIRL SCOUTS OF GREATER MISSISSIPPI? Girl Scouting builds […]
