Health
Teen dating abuse warning signs: What San Antonio parents need to know this back-to-school season
Local advocacy groups in San Antonio advise parents on recognizing warning signs of teen dating abuse and having healthy relationship conversations with their children as the school year begins.
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Proposed Medicare changes could have big impact on patient care
Proposed federal Medicare changes could increase office visits for patients and impact healthcare access in Texas.
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EPA to update Highlands residents on San Jacinto River Waste Pits cleanup
The EPA will hold a public meeting in Highlands to update residents on the cleanup progress of the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site.
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Laredo commission tracks youth drug trends, cocaine spike in wastewater
The Laredo Drug and Alcohol Commission reports increased youth substance use including THC, vape pens, and a spike in cocaine detected in wastewater.
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What high school athletic programs can do to prevent head injuries
A report on CTE prevention measures for high school athletic programs in Texas, highlighting the prevalence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in athletes, particularly football players.
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Rollin Locos Red River Chapter completes debut ride for ovarian cancer awareness
Rollin Locos Red River Chapter completed a 3,100-mile motorcycle ride across Texas to raise awareness for ovarian cancer.
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Tyler groups host fourth annual mental health workshop for Hispanic community
Sense of Self Counseling and Monarca hosted their fourth annual mental health workshop in Tyler focused on intergenerational healing and breaking cultural stigmas within the Hispanic community.
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"It's pretty nasty": Edgewood residents dealing with discolored water
Residents of Edgewood in Van Zandt County have been experiencing discolored brown water with negative odors since August.
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Meet Hank: Amarillo's blood donor dog
Hank, a three-year-old Great Dane, serves as a blood donor for Swann Animal Clinic in Amarillo, helping to save other dogs' lives.
Read moreSOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM RECOGNIZED BY HEALTHGRADES WITH FIVE-STAR RATING FOR GALLBLADDER REMOVAL SURGERY FOR SIXTH STRAIGHT YEAR
South Texas Health System hospitals in Edinburg and McAllen received a five-star rating from Healthgrades for gallbladder removal surgery for the sixth consecutive year.
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Midland Chamber hosts inaugural State of Healthcare event
The Midland Chamber of Commerce hosted its inaugural State of Healthcare event featuring regional healthcare leaders discussing the future of the industry in the Permian Basin.
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How Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County helps kids heal after abuse
The Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County in Tyler provides a safe environment and support services to help children heal after experiencing abuse.
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Screwworm restrictions lifted in Gillespie County
The Texas Animal Health Commission lifted movement restrictions in Gillespie County and surrounding areas after a New World screwworm infestation was contained.
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Center for Health Empowerment in South Texas Celebrates Grand Opening
The Center for Health Empowerment in South Texas (CHEST) officially opened its new CHEST South location in San Antonio with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community resource fair.
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Laredo organization highlights teen alcohol risks during National Recovery Month
A Laredo organization highlights the risks of teen alcohol use during National Recovery Month, noting that alcohol is the most commonly misused drug among teenagers.
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Grief support group for children and families to meet weekly in Lubbock
The Children's Behavioral Health Clinic and Hospice of Lubbock are launching a weekly grief support group called 'Healing Hearts' for children ages 6 and up and families dealing with the loss of a loved one.
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She is my hero': UT Health East Texas EMS honors 3-year-old girl's bravery during mother's seizure
UT Health East Texas EMS honors 3-year-old Naomi Vatavuk for her bravery in calling for help during her mother's medical emergency earlier this year.
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Suicide Prevention Month: Sharing the life of Ben through Team Ben
The Tucker family created Team Ben to honor their son and promote suicide prevention through participation in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Darkness Walk.
Read moreSOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM & PROMINENCE HEALTH EDUCATE LOCAL SENIORS ON PREVENTING MALNUTRITION AND SUPPORTING HEALTHY AGING
South Texas Health System and Prominence Health hosted a seminar educating local seniors on preventing malnutrition and promoting healthy aging.
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'Glad it was me and not one of my kids:' Tyler man bitten by copperhead snake sent to ICU
A Tyler business owner was hospitalized in the ICU after being bitten by a copperhead snake while walking barefoot near his home.
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Capital Highlights: Texas hospitals could lose $27 million daily in Medicaid funding
Texas hospitals face a $27 million daily loss in Medicaid funding starting September 1 due to the Trump administration's withholding of approval for $9.8 billion in CHIRP program funds.
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Food expert says fresh, frozen, and canned produce are all nutritious options
A Texas A&M food science expert explains that frozen and canned produce offer nutritious alternatives to fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Rec center offers new water aerobics class for adults and seniors with disabilities
Haynes Recreation Center in Laredo launches Making Waves, a new adaptive aquatics class for adults and seniors with disabilities, held on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
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Lubbock first responders promote wellness programs to address mental health
Lubbock first responders promote mental health wellness programs to provide officers, firefighters, and paramedics with access to support services.
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