Maine clinics fight to restore Medicaid funds after Trump's cuts to abortion providers
Read full article: Maine clinics fight to restore Medicaid funds after Trump's cuts to abortion providersA network of clinics that provides health care in Maine asked a judge on Thursday to restore its Medicaid funding while it fights a Trump administration effort to block federal money for abortion providers.
Judge orders RFK Jr.'s health department to stop sharing Medicaid data with deportation officials
Read full article: Judge orders RFK Jr.'s health department to stop sharing Medicaid data with deportation officialsA federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to stop sharing personal data of Medicaid enrollees with deportation officials.
As Canada wildfires choke US with smoke, Republicans demand action. But not on climate change
Read full article: As Canada wildfires choke US with smoke, Republicans demand action. But not on climate changeRepublican lawmakers are blaming Canada for not preventing and containing wildfires, whose smoke has fouled the air in several states this year.
New York allowed pot shops to open too close to schools. Now they might have to move
Read full article: New York allowed pot shops to open too close to schools. Now they might have to moveNew York’s legal marijuana agency allowed dozens of cannabis dispensaries to open too close to schools after regulators misread state law and are now pushing for a legislative fix to prevent the pot shops from having to relocate.
TCHATT program expands mental health access for Houston-area students
Read full article: TCHATT program expands mental health access for Houston-area studentsTexas is making strides to improve mental health care access for children through the Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) program, a state-funded initiative launched in 2019.
From athlete to survivor: Former volleyball star overcomes hidden heart condition, now strives to save others
Read full article: From athlete to survivor: Former volleyball star overcomes hidden heart condition, now strives to save othersOn Sunday, KPRC 2 is partnering with the Cody Stephens Foundation and Harris County Emergency Services District 11 to offer free, in-depth heart screenings for children aged 11 to 22.
New Mexico governor declares state of emergency in rural county afflicted by crime, drug use
Read full article: New Mexico governor declares state of emergency in rural county afflicted by crime, drug useThe governor of New Mexico has declared a state of emergency in response to violent crime and drug trafficking across a swath of northern New Mexico, including two Native American pueblo communities.
If Texas were to ban or regulate THC, crime labs say they would need more resources
Read full article: If Texas were to ban or regulate THC, crime labs say they would need more resourcesCrime lab officials told lawmakers Wednesday they are struggling to keep up with deadlier drugs like fentanyl and a THC ban or new regulations would add to the challenge.
CDC shooting marks latest in a string of hostility directed at health workers. Many aren't surprised
Read full article: CDC shooting marks latest in a string of hostility directed at health workers. Many aren't surprisedGunfire aimed at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by a man authorities say was angry over COVID-19 vaccines is the latest in a string of violence and harassment directed at health care workers amid hostility lingering from the pandemic.
Where to find free or low-cost heart screening testing for teens, young adults in the Houston area
Read full article: Where to find free or low-cost heart screening testing for teens, young adults in the Houston areaIn a mission now spanning over a decade, KPRC 2 and Investigative Reporter Bill Spencer have partnered with the Cody Stephens Foundation to bring heart testing for young adults.
Sudan launches a 10-day cholera vaccination campaign in Khartoum as war continues
Read full article: Sudan launches a 10-day cholera vaccination campaign in Khartoum as war continuesHealth officials in Sudan have launched a 10-day cholera vaccination campaign in the capital, Khartoum, to curb what humanitarians call a rapidly spreading outbreak.
Why many Americans are rethinking alcohol, according to a new Gallup poll
Read full article: Why many Americans are rethinking alcohol, according to a new Gallup pollAfter years of being told that red wine was good for heart health, more Americans appear to be heeding warnings that even moderate alcohol consumption can be unhealthy.
CDC union condemns vaccine misinformation after shooter blamed COVID vaccine for depression
Read full article: CDC union condemns vaccine misinformation after shooter blamed COVID vaccine for depressionA Georgia man who blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him suicidal has been identified as the person who fired shots at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters.
Shooter attacked CDC headquarters to protest COVID-19 vaccines
Read full article: Shooter attacked CDC headquarters to protest COVID-19 vaccinesThe Georgia Bureau of Investigation says the man who fired more than 180 shots with a long gun at the headquarters of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention wanted to send a message against COVID-19 vaccines.
Loose skin after weight loss? There is a laser for that!
Read full article: Loose skin after weight loss? There is a laser for that!Losing weight is a huge achievement, but what about the loose skin that can come after? In this Houston Life segment, we sit down with Laura Alexis, founder of Innovative Lasers of Houston, and client Kristen Hatfield, who shares her inspiring transformation story. After losing 40 pounds, Kristen turned to ILOH’s non-invasive skin tightening and body sculpting treatments, and the results speak for themselves.
Israeli strikes kill journalists and aid-seekers as Australia backs Palestinian statehood
Read full article: Israeli strikes kill journalists and aid-seekers as Australia backs Palestinian statehoodLocal health officials in Gaza say Israeli forces have killed at least 55 people overnight, including a well-known journalist who Israel said was a militant and people who witnesses say were seeking humanitarian aid.
New week, stronger you! Here’s your Monday motivation to get up and moving
Read full article: New week, stronger you! Here’s your Monday motivation to get up and movingIt's Motivation Monday and we got moving with O Athletik gym in The Heights. Tessa took on their big hill simulator and learned some simple but effective movements you can do from home to get that blood pumping!
Ousted FDA vaccine chief Vinay Prasad is returning to the agency
Read full article: Ousted FDA vaccine chief Vinay Prasad is returning to the agencyA Food and Drug Administration official who stepped down less than two weeks ago is getting his job back as the agency’s top vaccine regulator.
Why more women are switching to reusable menstrual products
Read full article: Why more women are switching to reusable menstrual productsReusable menstrual products, including cups, discs and period underwear, have gained traction as a cost-effective, long-lasting, environmental alternative to single-use products.
Netanyahu defends new military offensive in Gaza and says it will be wider than announced
Read full article: Netanyahu defends new military offensive in Gaza and says it will be wider than announcedIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has defended a new military offensive in Gaza that’s more sweeping than previously announced.
Feel sticky this summer? That's because it's been record muggy East of the Rockies
Read full article: Feel sticky this summer? That's because it's been record muggy East of the RockiesMore than 70 million Americans have experienced the muggiest start to summer on record, with climate change increasing humidity in the Eastern U.S. An Associated Press analysis shows that parts of 20 states and Washington, D.
What to know about how Trump's judicial picks could reshape abortion rights for decades
Read full article: What to know about how Trump's judicial picks could reshape abortion rights for decadesA review by The Associated Press shows that several of President Donald Trump’s nominees to the federal courts have revealed anti-abortion views, been associated with anti-abortion groups or defended abortion restrictions.
Trump has said abortion is a state issue. His judicial picks could shape it nationally for decades
Read full article: Trump has said abortion is a state issue. His judicial picks could shape it nationally for decadesMany of President Donald Trump's picks to be federal judges have revealed anti-abortion views, been associated with anti-abortion groups or defended abortion restrictions.
CDC shooter believed COVID vaccine made him suicidal, his father tells police
Read full article: CDC shooter believed COVID vaccine made him suicidal, his father tells policeA law enforcement official tells The Associated Press that a Georgia man who opened fire Friday on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta had blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him depressed and suicidal.
Previous sexual assault convict whose killing of a nurse led to safety changes sentenced to 50 years
Read full article: Previous sexual assault convict whose killing of a nurse led to safety changes sentenced to 50 yearsA man previously convicted of sexual assault who killed a Connecticut visiting nurse at a halfway house has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to murder.
A Florida woman posed as a nurse and treated thousands of unsuspecting patients, officials say
Read full article: A Florida woman posed as a nurse and treated thousands of unsuspecting patients, officials sayAuthorities say a Florida woman posed as a licensed nurse and provided medical care to thousands of patients.
US at plastics treaty talks is rare international participation under Trump. What's the goal?
Read full article: US at plastics treaty talks is rare international participation under Trump. What's the goal?Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, the United States has withdrawn from international negotiations and commitments, particularly around climate.
Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC report says
Read full article: Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC report saysA new federal report finds that most Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods.
How the federal mRNA vaccine funding shift affects Houston’s medical research landscape
Read full article: How the federal mRNA vaccine funding shift affects Houston’s medical research landscapeDespite 22 active research projects aimed at advancing mRNA vaccines against various diseases, Kennedy claims the technology is ineffective against respiratory infections like COVID-19 and the flu - a stance that contradicts existing scientific evidence.
Houston man living with cognitive disability has his ‘lifeline’ of SNAP benefits stolen
Read full article: Houston man living with cognitive disability has his ‘lifeline’ of SNAP benefits stolenSome of the most vulnerable people in the Houston community are having money, that’s meant to help them feed their family, stolen the moment they get the funds.
FDA flags problems with two Boston Scientific heart devices tied to injuries and deaths
Read full article: FDA flags problems with two Boston Scientific heart devices tied to injuries and deathsU.S. health officials have issued warnings on two separate Boston Scientific heart devices recently linked to injuries and deaths.
Houston man’s search for relief from swollen legs uncovers a surprising diagnosis
Read full article: Houston man’s search for relief from swollen legs uncovers a surprising diagnosisWhen persistent leg swelling wouldn’t go away after a flight, one Houston man discovered a surprising diagnosis at Reincke Vein Center. His story highlights a common condition that could be affecting more people than you think.
Texas youth camps tell lawmakers they need better coordination, emergency plans during disasters
Read full article: Texas youth camps tell lawmakers they need better coordination, emergency plans during disastersTwo youth camp owners told lawmakers more layered disaster plans would create critical backstops and improve communication with first responders.
Senate OKs latest bill restricting use of government and school bathrooms by transgender people
Read full article: Senate OKs latest bill restricting use of government and school bathrooms by transgender peopleSenate Bill 7 would require people to use restrooms that match their birth gender and fine institutions up to $25,000 for repeated violations.
Ban on candy and sugary drinks starts in 2026: Big changes coming to SNAP in Texas
Read full article: Ban on candy and sugary drinks starts in 2026: Big changes coming to SNAP in TexasStarting April 1, 2026, Texans who use SNAP benefits won’t be able to buy candy or sweetened drinks — including sodas and artificially sweetened beverages. The change, approved by the federal government, aims to promote healthier food choices.
What to know about Legionnaires' disease, which has sickened dozens in New York City
Read full article: What to know about Legionnaires' disease, which has sickened dozens in New York CityAn outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City has killed three people and sickened more than five dozen since late July.
China fights mosquito-borne chikungunya virus with drones, fines and nets as thousands fall ill
Read full article: China fights mosquito-borne chikungunya virus with drones, fines and nets as thousands fall illChinese authorities are battling a chikungunya virus outbreak using nets, insecticide, and drones.
Belarus targets dozens of government critics with raids and detention, advocates say
Read full article: Belarus targets dozens of government critics with raids and detention, advocates sayAuthorities in Belarus have launched new raids and detentions against government critics who participated in opposition rallies abroad earlier this year.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
Read full article: RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine developmentThe Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu.
NYC gunman who blamed NFL for hiding brain injury dangers suffered from sports concussion, mom said
Read full article: NYC gunman who blamed NFL for hiding brain injury dangers suffered from sports concussion, mom saidThe mother of the man who killed four people at a Manhattan office tower home to the NFL told 911 dispatchers during a 2022 incident when he threatened to kill himself that he suffered from a sports-related concussion and other issues.
‘Bright, beautiful smile’: Montgomery teen athlete dies after suffering fatal heart attack
Read full article: ‘Bright, beautiful smile’: Montgomery teen athlete dies after suffering fatal heart attackA Montgomery family is grieving the unexpected death of 15-year-old Kaleb Hill, an incoming high school freshman who collapsed from a fatal heart attack just days after receiving a routine sports physical.
Tennessee man noted intense pain during lethal injection without deactivating defibrillator
Read full article: Tennessee man noted intense pain during lethal injection without deactivating defibrillatorAn inmate executed by Tennessee without deactivating his implanted defibrillator said he was in serious pain after the lethal injection started.
US childhood vaccination rates fall again as exemptions set another record
Read full article: US childhood vaccination rates fall again as exemptions set another recordU.S. kindergarten vaccination rates inched down again last year and the proportion of children with exemptions rose to an all-time high.
Nations gather in Geneva to again confront the world's spiraling plastic pollution crisis
Read full article: Nations gather in Geneva to again confront the world's spiraling plastic pollution crisisNations have started a crucial meeting to finalize a treaty to tackle the global plastic pollution crisis.