Texas Native Health

*Friendly reminder to schedule a visit to TNH for a routine wellness checkup!

July is Sarcoma & Bone Cancer Awareness Month. Sarcomas are cancers that begin in the body's connective tissues, such as muscle, fat, nerves, blood vessels, or cartilage. Bone cancers are a type of sarcoma that start in the bone itself. While these cancers are uncommon, early diagnosis can make a significant difference in treatment outcomes. Because there is no routine screening test for most sarcomas or bone cancers, knowing the warning signs is especially important.

Signs:
• Pay attention to pain that doesn't go away, especially if it worsens over time or occurs at night.
• Don't ignore a lump or swelling that continues to grow or feels firm, even if it isn't painful.
• Seek medical evaluation for unexplained bone pain, particularly if it persists for several weeks.
• Take note of unexplained fractures that occur after a minor injury or no obvious injury.
• Watch for persistent swelling, reduced range of motion, or ongoing pain near a joint.
• Talk with your TNH healthcare provider about any unusual symptoms that last longer than two to four weeks.
• Keep up with routine wellness visits so changes in your health can be evaluated promptly.

Most lumps, aches, and pains are not cancer. However, if something doesn't seem right or isn't improving, don't wait. Early evaluation can help identify the cause and, if necessary, lead to earlier treatment.

We are nearly one week out from our Annual Back 2 School Education Fair here at TNH. There's still time to register your student for school supplies, and college students are also eligible! Bring the whole family out to enjoy the day's festivities, and shop our vendors!
Register for School Supplies: https://texasnativehealth.formstack.com/forms/npp_school_supplies_registration_2026_copy
Register as a Vendor: https://texasnativehealth.formstack.com/forms/tnh_education_fair_vendor_form_2026

UPDATE: NATIVE CONNECTIONS WILL BE CLOSED NEXT FRIDAY, 07/24/2026 in order for our staff to prepare for our annual Education Fair.

ELDERS/Adults: Stop by C3 next Wednesday for Elders Circle! You can sew pillows with Terry or paint with Priscilla. Light lunch will be provided. We'd appreciate it if you RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking this link: https://texasnativehealth.formstack.com/forms/072226_rsvp

Also, don't forget we have:

* Tuesdays, 10am: Elders chair exercise classes with Marco
* Weds., 07/22/2026: powwow dance class w/Indigenous Ace on (all ages)
* Fri., 07/24/2026: Native Connections is CLOSED
* Sat., 07/25/2026: Back-to-school Education Fair (students must be registered to received school supplies)
* Mon., 07/27/2026: Matinee Monday (Elders/Adults)

It's FITNESS TUESDAY! Join us this evening for Yoga and Pilates with Marco 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️