Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

CDC Infographic

Domestic violence may include (excerpt from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/domesticviolence.html) Physical violence that can lead to injuries such as bruises or broken bones Sexual violence Threats of physical or sexual violence Emotional abuse that may lead to depression, anxiety, or social isolation Some resources about domestic violence: Statistics - Infographic from the Centers for Disease Control  Fact sheets from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence  SafePlace - Works to end domestic violence and abuse.  National Domestic Violence Hotline

History of Halloween

Halloween -- Who knew ....

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World History in Context

"The history of Halloween began with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the last day of the Celtic year. The holiday was celebrated at the end of summer and the beginning of winter, as days became shorter and nights..."    

"The wearing of Halloween costumes in America reaches back into the country's cultural history. This shared American folk ritual is a window on the diverse ethnic and religious heritage of the people who settled the United States."                                                      

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Fast Facts About Breast Cancer Each year in the United States, more than 200,000 women get breast cancer and more than 40,000 women die from the disease. Men also get breast cancer, but it is not very common. Each year in the United States, about 2,000 men get breast cancer and about 400 men die from the disease. Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older, but breast cancer also affects younger women. About 11% of all new cases of breast cancer in the United States are found in women younger than 45 years of age. Black women have the highest breast cancer death rates of all racial and ethnic groups, and are 40% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women.

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Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know fact sheet  [PDF-527KB]

Vote Texas 2014

NOVEMBER ELECTION

The next general election will take place on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Eligible Texans who are not already registered to vote must register by October 6, 2014 to vote in the November 4 Election. Early voting is October 20-31. Photo ID is currently required for voting in person. 

Important Dates:

• 20 Oct 2014 - Early Voting Begins (Early Voting Locations)
• 31 October - Early Voting Ends
• 4 November - Election Day

Other Information:

• Register to Vote
• Where to Vote  See how to find where you vote.
• Voters with Special Needs
• Voting FAQs
• 2014 Voters Guide (League of Women Voters)
• This voters guide has information about state and local candidates from Travis and surrounding counties.  (56 pages)