Community Resources

Informational Health Guides & Videos

As part of the Lamar project Supporting Resiliency in Rural Health Through Telehealth, Telemedicine, and Distance Education, brochures and videos were created to promote physical wellness at local health events. The informationall resources highlight common medical concerns and advocate healthy living to residents in rural communities.

Brochure authors: Abigail Dueppen, Lilian Felipe, Michelle Fisher Hext, Ruthie Robinson, Cindy Stinson, Lori Wright, and Denilson Calderon.

Brochure artists: Colton Wright and Denilson Calderon.


Video Disclaimer:

Lamar University (LU) shall not be held liable for improper or incorrect use of the data described or information contained in these videos and associated media.

LU gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability, utility, or completeness of this information. The user of these videos assumes all responsibility and risk for viewing them. LU disclaims all warranties, representations, or endorsements, expressed or implied, regarding the information contained in these videos, including, but not limited to, all implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and noninfringement.

These preliminary videos are for research and review purposes only. It is not intended to be used for emergency management operations or life safety decisions by the general public or at the local or regional governmental level.

This work was funded by the Center for Resiliency (CfR) at Lamar University under award 22LP04. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lamar University or the CfR.


Breast Cancer

Both women and men can get breast cancer.  Learn your risk, how to get screened and your options for treatment

BREAST CANCER BROCHURE

Prostate Cancer

All men are at risk and should be screened for prostate cancer.  Learn about risks, detection and treatment.

PROSTATE CANCER BROCHURE

Screenings & Prevention

Health screenings and disease prevention are essential to living a long and healthy life.

SCREENING & PREVENTION BROCHURE

Diabetes Overview

Learn more about the two common types of diabetes and how it affects your health.

DIABETES BROCHURE

Diabetes Complications

Diabetes is a chronic disease, but it is possible to prevent complications. Learn how to avoid and manage these issues.

DIABETES COMPLICATIONS BROCHURE

Heart Failure

Keep your heart healthy! Learn about causes, symptoms and how to manage heart failure.

HEART FAILURE BROCHURE

Vocal Health

Taking care of your vocal health should be a top priority. Get 10 tips for a healthier voice!

VOCAL HEALTH BROCHURE

Opioid Use Disorder

Opioid use disorder is an epidemic in the United States. Learn about the risks, symptoms and how to get help.

OPIOID USE BROCHURE

Fall Prevention

With aging comes physical changes and health conditions. Medications to treat these conditions can make falls more likely. About 28% of adults 65 and older report falling. Learn ways to improve your health and living situations to avoid serious injury.

Health and Wellness

Don't just survive... THRIVE! Learn ways to form healthy habits for better physical and mental health.

HEALTH & WELLNESS BROCHURE