A sudden crash, the sound of screeching tires, and then the terrifying realization your child was involved. Panic sets in, emotions surge, and every second feels heavier than the last. In that moment, instinct takes over, but the wrong move might lead to more significant problems. Acting wisely from the beginning protects your child’s health and any future claims related to the accident. Many parents, gripped with fear, make choices that cause more harm than […]
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The 2025 HDSA Education Day – Houston – takes place Saturday, May 3rd at The Health Museum in Houston, Texas.
The Greater Houston Area Affiliate of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the 2025 Education Day – Houston, TX, on Saturday, May 3rd at The Health Museum, 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, Texas. The event starts at 9:00 AM. This informational event represents a local opportunity for members of the HD community of Houston, Texas to come together with friends, family members, neighbors and the community at large to raise necessary awareness and funds to […]
BLOOD DONORS NEEDED
Monday, 04/14/2025 (1 PM – 4 PM) Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) 3506 Porter Rd Suite A Katy, TX 77493 Help stock the shelves with blood ahead of the critical Easter holiday weekend. *** FREE T-SHIRT *** Health Benefit: Free Diabetes Screening (A1c Test) With Donation REGISTER TODAY “Transforming lives through God’s grace and the generosity of the community.” Katy Christian Ministries | 281-391-5261 info@ktcm.org | www.ktcm.org
CERo Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. Announces Initial Clinical Trial Site for its Phase 1 Clinical Trial of CER-1236 in Acute Myeloid Leukemia
April 09, 2025 — CERo Therapeutics Holdings, Inc., (Nasdaq: CERO) (“CERo” or the “Company”) an innovative immunotherapy company seeking to advance the next generation of engineered T cell therapeutics that employ phagocytic mechanisms, announces its first clinical trial site for the Company’s Phase 1 clinical trial of CER-1236. The trial is focused on patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and patient enrollment is underway, with expected dosing of the first patient during the first half […]
From Survivor to Supporter: Childhood Cancer Survivor Anais Saenz of The Periwinkle Foundation Returns to Lead Camps That Helped Her
HOUSTON, TX —April 7, 2025 – The Periwinkle Foundation is proud to announce the addition of Anais Saenz, a childhood cancer survivor and former Camp Periwinkle camper, as its new Program Coordinator. Her story is one of resilience, recovery, and returning to serve the very community that supported her. Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at just two years old, Saenz was treated at Texas Children’s Hospital and began attending Periwinkle’s Camp Periwinkle and Camp YOLO at […]
NK cells complexed with bispecific antibody yield high response rates in patients with lymphoma
Phase I trial demonstrates AFM13-NK cells are safe and highly effective in heavily pretreated patients HOUSTON ― A novel cell therapy approach using cord blood-derived natural killer (NK) cells pre-complexed with AFM13, or acimtamig, a CD30/CD16A bispecific antibody, was safe and generated strong response rates for patients with refractory CD30-positive lymphomas, according to a new study from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Results from the Phase I trial, published today in Nature Medicine, demonstrated an overall […]
Honoring Dr. Patrick Carter: A Legacy of Leadership in Family Medicine
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic hosted a special dedication event at the Spencer R. Berthelsen Main Campus to honor Patrick M. Carter, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.A.F.P., for his outstanding contributions to the organization and the Family Medicine department over the course of his 28-year career. In recognition of his profound impact to the Organization, Kelsey-Seybold announced the renaming of the department to the Patrick M. Carter, M.D., Family Medicine Department. Tony Lin, M.D., Chairman […]
Baylor University’s Family CARE Project Offers Free Autism Training for Caregivers
“Routine Ready” Program Provides Practical Strategies for Managing Daily Life with Children with Autism; $40 Incentive for Participants Katy, Texas – 12th April 2025 – The Family CARE Project at Baylor University will host “Routine Ready: Practical Strategies for Families of Children with Autism,” a free training session designed for caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The program aims to equip parents and guardians with effective techniques for managing daily routines. Caregivers of […]
Hard Water Woes? Why Boerne Homeowners Need a Water Softener
Photo by Bluewater Sweden on Unsplash Boerne, Texas, is known for its picturesque landscapes, historic charm, and warm Southern hospitality. However, one common challenge that homeowners in the area face is hard water. While it may not be immediately obvious, hard water can have long-term effects on household appliances, plumbing, skin, and even drinking water quality. Many residents turn to water softeners to combat these issues, ensuring their home runs smoothly and efficiently. Reverse […]
Harris County Public Health’s Tuberculosis Elimination Program Receives National Recognition by the CDC Before World TB Day
HCPH’s program is one of 24 programs and individuals selected as U.S. TB Elimination Champion in 2025 HOUSTON –Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is proud to announce that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recognized its Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination Program as a 2025 U.S. TB Elimination Champion. This prestigious honor highlights the program’s exceptional efforts in providing comprehensive support to TB patients and working toward TB elimination in Harris County. This recognition coincides with World […]