HOUSTON (Aug. 21, 2024) — Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital has again been named among the Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek, a distinction achieved for 2023 and 2024. The hospital joins an elite list of 168 hospitals nationwide receiving a […]
Medical Profiles
Recovering Heart Patient Highlights National Honors Earned by Harris Health Hospitals
HOUSTON (Aug. 19, 2024) — Bouts of debilitating chest pains and shortness of breath drove Mary Olveda to the emergency center and cardiology department at Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital in 2010. An emergency stent was placed in her heart […]
How to Prepare for IV Therapy: A Practical Guide
Intravenous (IV) therapy has become a popular treatment for a variety of health and wellness needs, from rehydration and nutrient replenishment to recovery and detoxification. If you’re scheduled for IV therapy, preparing adequately can enhance the effectiveness of the treatment […]
Can the Lone Star State’s Biggest Secret Be Thinning Hair?
Imagine a sun-drenched afternoon at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Cowboy hats bob through the crowd like a sea of leather and felt, shielding squinting eyes from the Texas sun. But these iconic hats might be hiding more than […]
Gastroenterologists turning to HCC for endoscopy techs
Positions are in-demand, pay well HOUSTON (Aug. 16, 2024) —Highly skilled endoscopy technicians are in demand across the nation, and gastroenterologists are increasingly turning their eyes to Houston Community College (HCC) to seek recruits. HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences […]
MD Anderson and collaborators to launch project studying T cells on International Space Station
Grant will enable researchers to study the effects of microgravity on T cell differentiation to gain new biological insights and improve cancer treatments on Earth HOUSTON ― The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and collaborators are initiating a research project […]
Announcement of Recipients of the Reproductive Healthcare Access Fund
Harris County Commissioners Court Approves Award Recipients HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is excited to announce that following a comprehensive assessment and official approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court, 11 organizations have been designated beneficiaries of the Reproductive […]
Office of Operations and Technology Services Receives First Place Award from Esri
The award-winning project focuses on identifying and addressing maternity care deserts HOUSTON – The Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Office of Operations and Technology Services (OTS) has been honored with being voted first place in the Mapper’s Choice category at the 2024 […]
Seven People in Harris County Infected with West Nile Virus, 520 Mosquito Samples Test Positive
Protect yourself and your loved ones! Mosquito season is in full swing! HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health’s (HCPH) Mosquito and Vector Control Division has identified a significant increase in West Nile virus (WNV), with 520 positive mosquito samples across 168 of […]
Hurricane Relief for Houston Veterans
The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, in partnership with Combined Arms and the Houston Food Bank, is distributing free food to Veterans and their family members to assist in recovery from Hurricane Beryl. Media are invited to attend and […]
