Judge fines Texas HHSC $100,000 per day over foster care failures

Spectrum Local News Health 4/16 4:38A Craig Huber

Allegations include abuse, neglect.

Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

Top 10 exercises to avoid if you have hip arthritis

Health Care Associates 4/10 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

Having hip arthritis does not prevent you from having an active life. Exercise benefits people with hip arthritis as long as they know what exercises to avoid, preventing further pain and injury. Here...

Study ranks Texas among worst states for quality of children’s health care

Spectrum Local News Health 4/10 5:16A Tanya Velazquez

Texas ranked 49th, following Wyoming and Mississippi, for the quality of children’s health in all 50 states.

Advocates request emergency funding from lawmakers to raise caregiver wages

Spectrum Local News Health 4/9 1:35A Erin Davis

Experts explain that an increase in wages for caregivers would mean an expansion of Medicaid.

What to know about the latest bird flu outbreak in the U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 4/4 1:19A Associated Press

Although health officials say the risk to the public remains low, there is rising concern.

Does salt affect cholesterol?

Health Care Associates 4/3 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

For many years, it’s been known that a diet high in salt can increase your blood pressure and your risk for heart disease. But does salt affect cholesterol ? Here’s more about the link between salt...

2nd U.S. human case of bird flu confirmed in Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 4/1 7:29A Craig Huber

Case is linked to exposure to infected cattle.

Your Mental Health: Addressing mental health challenges among Black men through peer support

Spectrum Local News Health 3/28 8:30A Nicole Cross

Suicide is the third leading cause of death in Black adolescents between the ages of 15 and 19

7 Reasons For Inner Knee Pain Without Swelling

Health Care Associates 3/27 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

Inner knee pain without swelling can be caused by a variety of factors, including sports injuries and arthritis. Once you identify the root cause of your knee pain, you can seek the right type of...

Your Mental Health: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo opens up about her mental health struggles and...

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 4:30A Nicole Cross

For years, many politicians have feared fallout from revealing their personal mental health challenges, but health experts say that is changing.

Can diabetic retinopathy be reversed?

Health Care Associates 3/20 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

Did you know that about 1 in 3 adults 1 over 40 who have diabetes also get diabetic retinopathy? It s a big problem, and you might wonder if it can be fixed. Sadly, once you have it, it can t be...

Does stretching help arthritis?

Health Care Associates 3/13 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are common symptoms of arthritis that can make exercise seem daunting. However, stretching could make you feel better as long as you do it correctly. Does...

Your Mental Health: Texas man describes battle with long COVID

Spectrum Local News Health 3/7 6:33A Nicole Cross

Mason Marriott-Voss has had long COVID for seven months. Here’s how he says it’s affected his health.