Category Archives: time for action

Top Tips for Shaking People Down for the Cause

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

Thanks to the internet, we’re all fundraisers now. How can you stand out and make sure you bring in the big bucks? Here are some of the things I kept in mind while I rolled past my fundraising goal for … Continue reading →

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EdenSoy, Roots Bistro, and Constructive Next Steps

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Was I outraged over the sign at Roots Bistro? You bet. Do I feel my energy was wasted sharing my outrage, or that I or others overreacted? No. I’m a little stunned that my blog post has received over 9,000 … Continue reading →

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Make Emergency Contraception Available Over the Counter for All

Posted on April 6, 2013 by

Emergency contraception, also known as the morning after pill or by its brand name, Plan B, is currently available only with a prescription to people 16 and under. Not for scientific reasons, mind you, nor because of medical concerns. Scientists at … Continue reading →

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Help Draw Funds to Houston

Posted on August 17, 2012 by

I attended a meeting this morning where someone from Gateway to Care asked for help getting Houstonians to respond to an anonymous healthcare-related survey. Here’s the brief story on Gateway to care: Gateway to Care is a 501 ( c … Continue reading →

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Donate Your Co-Pay Day

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

Today, if you have insurance, you should now be able to get birth control without paying a co-pay. This matters because giving women access to the means to control their fertility and decide when and whether to bear children has … Continue reading →

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