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Expressed concern over potential cuts to public health and pollution control.
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Ectopic pregnancy deaths have nearly doubled. It’s worse in states, like Texas, with abortion bans.
After Texas banned nearly all abortions, patients have struggled to get ectopic care. More than 300 patients here experienced substantial blood loss in 2023 and 2024, compared to 2018 and 2019.
Health departments for Houston, Harris County report 34 cases of cyclosporiasis
Health departments for Houston, Harris County report 34 cases of cyclosporiasis Houston Public Media
Health officials confirm number of Cyclospora cases in Harris County; explosive diarrhea parasite linked to infections as summer begins
Health officials confirm number of Cyclospora cases in Harris County; explosive diarrhea parasite linked to infections as summer begins KHOU
Screwworm was found in a dog in Texas. What does that mean for your pets?
Experts say not to panic. These are the signs to look for to protect your fur babies.
Texas Ebola cases: Harris County and City of Houston unveil dashboard to monitor Ebola ahead of World Cup
Texas Ebola cases: Harris County and City of Houston unveil dashboard to monitor Ebola ahead of World Cup ABC13 Houston
Houston public health could benefit from a more collaborative governance structure
Houston public health could benefit from a more collaborative governance structure Kinder Institute for Urban Research | Rice University