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…
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Here’s how to donate blood in North Texas
Each holiday season, blood supplies tend to drop. A combination of factors — fewer school blood drives, holiday…
Governor Abbott announces historic $1.4 billion investment for rural Texas hospitals
article AUSTIN – Texas is receiving a historic investment of $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years…
Texas to receive $281 million in federal funds for rural health care
Texas will be receiving the biggest slice of the federal government’s first rollout of a $50 billion fund…
Texas awarded more rural health funds than any other state, federal government announces
Federal officials on Monday announced funding amounts for its new rural health program, which will dole out $50…
UNT Dallas wants to bring more health care workers to southern Dallas
Texas needs more health care workers. Dallas wants to get more of its residents into well-paying jobs. The…
Tarrant County community leader aids homeless people, nursing students
by Eric E. Garcia, Fort Worth Report December 28, 2025 Doricelys “Doris” Martinez is helping others better themselves…