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 […]
Medical Profiles
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Feast Without the Risk: Enjoy Your Holiday Meals Safely
Don’t Let Food Poisoning Ruin Your Festivities! HOUSTON – As the holiday season begins, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is reminding families about the importance of food safety during festive gatherings. While enjoying traditional meals and special recipes, it’s essential to be […]
Blindness on the Rise in Texas: What Katy Residents Can Do to Preserve Their Eyesight Right Now
Right now, it’s easy to think that vision impairment isn’t that common in Texas. Currently, only 2.7% of the state’s population—roughly 810,000 people—officially live with a vision disability, or a condition that can’t be corrected with eyeglasses and other forms […]
