Home Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke: Preventing Child Heat-Related Deaths Pediatric vehicular heatstroke can happen quickly and can result in serious injury or death. Children should never be left unattended in a vehicle, even for a short period of time, with the windows open, or when the vehicle is parked in the shade. For...
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Banana Ball Fun
Home Banana Ball Fun June 25th, 2026 A Day of Memories for an Incredible Foster Family at Families Especial, we believe our foster families deserve to be celebrated—and recently, the Villanueva family enjoyed a day they won’t soon forget at Banana Ball Fun. Alongside SJRC Texas | Belong, the Villanueva family attended...
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Proclamation Day May 7th, 2026 Today, City of Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño officially proclaimed May 2026 as Foster Care Month in the City of Laredo, recognizing the compassionate individuals and organizations who work every day to provide children with safe, loving, and supportive homes.District 3 Council Member Melissa Cigarroa also...
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Home Summer Safety Tips Summer is a time for fun, adventure, and making memories, but it’s also important to keep safety a priority. Whether you’re spending time outdoors, traveling, or enjoying the pool, taking a few simple precautions can help children stay safe and healthy all season long. Explore our summer safety...
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