Texas Gov. Greg Abbott targets Medicaid in new fraud investigation order
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered state health officials to look into potential Medicaid fraud.…
Texas ACA enrollment grows year over year despite expiring subsidies
Even without complete data, Texas is already seeing record enrollment for Affordable Care Act marketplace healthcare plans. This…
Dallas “Walk with a Doc” program combines walking and health advice to boost mental wellness
As the new year begins, mental health is top of mind for many, and experts say small, consistent…
The week in politics (Jan. 14, 2026) – Houston Public Media
On Wednesday’s show: Early voting starts in a week for the 18th district Congressional runoff election. We discuss…
What we know about the autopsy of a Fort Worth baby
In December, a Fort Worth family took to social media seeking answers from a local hospital after they…
New poll data shows Texas voters’ opinions ahead of midterms
Health care workforce shortage The Mayo Clinic says hospitals across the country could see thousands of physician openings.…
A blossoming Texas medical marijuana industry adds new businesses, products and patients
After lawmakers blunted expansion for years, Texas’ medical marijuana industry is slated to see more marijuana operators coming…
Infectious diseases are making a comeback in Texas
It seems like fewer hospitalizations and deaths from preventable diseases are a good thing. Conversely, a spike in…
Trans and pregnant in rural Texas
Jax Squire leans back on the exam table, lifting up his shirt. The doctor pulls out a tube…
Methodist Richardson opens new ambulatory surgical center
Methodist Richardson Medical Center officially opened its new ambulatory surgical center in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Jan. 6, expanding…
From school vouchers to flood warning systems, these are the Texas developments to watch in 2026
On top of dozens of laws taking effect on Jan. 1 and the incoming midterm elections, the new…
Dallas County sues Trump administration over clawback of public health funds
Dallas County, buoyed by a recent Harris County court win, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump…