Smyle Nation Partners with ExxonMobil as a Preferred Vendor for Corporate Insurance Solutions Houston, TX – Smyle Nation (SN), a trailblazing teeth aligner company that bridges the gap between dental health and workplace benefits, is proud to announce its new designation as a preferred vendor for ExxonMobil. This exciting partnership underscores Smyle Nation’s commitment to delivering premium teeth alignment solutions through corporate insurance programs designed to meet the unique needs of modern workplaces. Smyle Nation: Beyond Straight […]
Medical Profiles
‘Tis the Season to be a Flu Fighter Get your flu vaccine in time for the holidays!
HOUSTON – Current trends in Texas and Harris County show that flu cases and other respiratory viruses remain low compared to previous seasons. However, Harris County Public Health urges you to keep up the fight and schedule your vaccination to protect your family this holiday season. Flu viruses change regularly, so we must get an annual flu vaccine to keep the threat low as we go into the new year with cheer! As you go out […]
MD Anderson’s Lauren Averett Byers receives TAMEST O’Donnell Award for seminal contributions to lung cancer research
HOUSTON ― Lauren Averett Byers, M.D., professor of Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, has received the 2025 Edith and Peter O’Donnell Award in Medicine from the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TAMEST). The award recognizes her fundamental discoveries and contributions to identifying novel therapeutic strategies for small cell lung cancer (SCLC), which have paved the way for personalized treatments, even in the most highly recalcitrant cancers. The O’Donnell […]
What If the Road to Recovery Isn’t Just About ‘Curing’ Addiction, But Redefining It?
In Texas, a state known for its tough exterior and bigger-than-life culture, addiction treatment often gets framed in a conventional way. You go to rehab, you detox, and you try to put the pieces of your life back together. Simple enough, right? But for those struggling with substance abuse or addiction, there’s more to it than just checking boxes. There’s an entire journey that requires much more than medical detox and therapy sessions. What if, […]
Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Event TODAY, December 7
Harris County Public Health to host mobile health services event on December 7 HOUSTON – The Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Event is set to roll into Bayland Community Center, located at 6400 Bissonnet St., Houston, TX 77074, today, Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event, hosted by Harris County Public Health (HCPH) in partnership with Harris County Precinct 4, promises a day of affordable health services and free entertainment for the […]
The Prevention of Silent Aspiration in Older Adults With Dysphagia
Silent aspiration occurs when food, liquids, or saliva enter the airway and travel below the vocal cords without triggering the normal protective cough reflex. This condition is hazardous because the person shows no obvious signs of distress while eating or drinking. In older adults with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), silent aspiration is a serious concern that can lead to pneumonia and other respiratory complications. Risk Factors in Older Adults Several factors make older adults more susceptible […]
Novel CAR T cell therapy obe-cel demonstrates high response rates in adult patients with advanced B-cell ALL
Trial results supported recent FDA approval for patients with relapsed/refractory disease HOUSTON ― Patients with relapsed or refractory CD19-positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who were treated with the novel anti-CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy, obecabtagene autoleucel (obe-cel), experienced high response rates and most did not need a subsequent stem cell transplant (SCT), according to results from the Phase Ib/II FELIX trial co-led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The findings, published today […]
5 Things Pedestrian Accident Victims Should Consider Before Seeking Legal Recourse
Pedestrian accidents are a growing concern in many cities and towns. When such accidents occur, the aftermath can be physically and emotionally devastating. Navigating the complex legal process that follows can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with injuries and potential financial burdens. If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, it’s crucial to seek the guidance of experienced pedestrian accident lawyers. They can help you understand your legal rights and […]
HHSC Highlights Efforts to Strengthen Rural Hospitals on National Rural Health Day
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is observing National Rural Health Day today by recognizing work to support the state’s rural hospitals. Since its inception in September 2023, the HHSC Rural Hospital Finance and Coordination office has awarded $19.3 million in grants to rural hospitals to improve maternal care and reduce debt burdens that threaten their ability to continue serving their communities. “Ensuring the health and well-being of Texans remains a top priority,” […]
The 2024 HDSA Team Hope Walk – Houston, Texas Takes Place Saturday, November 23 at Middlebrook Greenbelt Park
The Greater Houston Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the Team Hope Walk – Houston, Texas on Saturday November 23rd at Middlebrook Greenbelt Park, 16023 Dunmoor Drive. Houston, TX, 77059. Registration starts at 7:30 AM and the event starts at 9:30 AM. All proceeds support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s disease (HD) and their families. Team Hope is HDSA’s largest national grassroots fundraising event, which takes […]