Health
Gov. Abbott to address screwworm's reemergence in Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott to address reemergence of New World Screwworm in Texas
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NTMC adds second General Surgeon
North Texas Medical Center adds second General Surgeon
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Texas Medical Board suspends license of Austin doctor following manslaughter charge
AUSTIN doctor has had his license temporarily suspended by the Texas Medical Board following a manslaughter charge.
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Texas cruise passengers complete hantavirus monitoring with no infections, state says
Two Texas residents who were monitored for possible hantavirus exposure after traveling aboard an Antarctic cruise ship have completed their observation period without developing symptoms.
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Concerned about Ebola? Here's how you can track it in Houston
Local health leaders are ramping up efforts to monitor potential Ebola risks in Houston as the city prepares to welcome FIFA World Cup fans.
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Hantavirus monitoring complete for 2 Texas passengers in cruise ship outbreak, health officials say
Two Texas residents who were on a cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak have completed their monitoring period with no signs of infection.
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Texans clear hantavirus quarantine following cruise outbreak
Two Texas residents who were monitored for potential hantavirus exposure after traveling on a cruise ship have completed their 42-day observation period with no signs of infection.
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What to know about New World screwworm in Texas
An infestation of the flesh-eating flies has been confirmed in South Texas, setting off alarm bells for the state’s cattle industry.
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USDA confirms first case of New World screwworm in south Texas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first case of New World screwworm in south Texas during a press conference Wednesday, June 3.
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Hantavirus monitoring completed for Texas passengers from the MV Hondius
Two Texas residents who were being monitored for hantavirus have successfully completed their monitoring period with no sign of infection.
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Big Spring water exceeds federal contaminant limits
Regulated levels of trihalomethane in Big Spring water exceed federal standards.
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Rural healthcare: Couple speaks out on frustrating reality for folks across Texoma
A couple in rural Fannin County speaks out on the challenges of accessing quality healthcare in their area.
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Bethesda Health Clinic holds community baby shower
Bethesda Health Clinic held a free community baby shower in Tyler to connect East Texas mothers with resources.
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Fort Hood brings together allied forces from 5 countries to train Army medics in battlefield medicine
Army medics on Fort Hood are training alongside allied forces in the Joint Emergency Medicine Exercise.
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Abilene Zoo euthanizes beloved giraffe Kito after health decline
The Abilene Zoo euthanized a beloved giraffe named Kito after a significant decline in his quality of life.
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Mental health expert shares warning signs as youth suicide remains a leading cause of death
Suicide remains the second leading cause of death among people ages 15 to 24 in Texas.
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Target baby wipes recalled over possible bacterial contamination
Target recalling certain baby wipes due to possible bacterial contamination
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to give update on state's flesh-eating screwworm response
Texas state officials are set to update Gov. Greg Abbott on efforts to control the New World screwworm (NWS) fly after the flesh-eating parasite was found in the state.
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State of Texas: Governor expands emergency declaration to fight screwworm threat
Texas and federal officials are working together to quickly contain the New World screwworm after the flesh-eating parasite was detected in a calf in La Pryor.
Read moreEditorial: Visa hold for doctors lifted; other health professionals should be included as well
The Donald Trump administration announced it will resume processing immigration applications from doctors who want to live and practice in the U.S., a move welcomed by local leaders in the Rio Grande Valley.
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New Midland practice offers direct primary care model
A new practice in Midland is offering direct primary care model with longer wait times and a more direct relationship between doctor and patient.
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How a simple headshake, rub could mean serious infection for your pet
Ear infections in pets are a common issue in East Texas, according to a veterinarian.
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Comal Texas Retired Teachers Association hosting 5th annual health, wellness expo Saturday
The Comal Texas Retired Teachers Association is hosting its fifth annual health and wellness expo at the Community Resource & Recreation Center in Canyon Lake.
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North side restaurant reopens after Metro Health shuts it down for pest infestation
A North side restaurant reopened after Metro Health ordered it to shut down and clean up an infestation.
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