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This page covers medical research, public health initiatives, wellness practices and disease management. Reporting follows updates on clinical advancements, hospital programs and changes in the local landscape of care.

Eos to Present PTC-2105 Mouse Data at SCWD

Eos to Present PTC-2105 Mouse Data at SCWD

Eos SENOLYTIX will present pre-clinical mouse results for its compound PTC-2105 at the 19th SCWD conference in Washington, D.C.

Live Poll

Would you worry about losing muscle while taking a GLP-1 weight-loss drug?


Children’s Health

Live Poll

Do you trust the information provided by medical researchers regarding rising bacterial infection risks in children?

Children’s Health

Mastoiditis Identified as Top Source of Pediatric Brain Infections

A new study reveals that ear infections are the leading cause of intracranial group A Streptococcus cases in children.

Mastoiditis Identified as Top Source of Pediatric Brain Infections

Diseases

Cancer

FibroBiologics Wins European Patent for Cancer Fibroblasts

The European Patent Office granted patent EP 4454709 covering fibroblast-based delivery of tumour-inhibiting agents.

FibroBiologics Wins European Patent for Cancer Fibroblasts

Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse

Houston Survivors Launch The Project Yellow for Support

Two domestic violence survivors create a new digital resource hub to help those in need find support and connection.

Houston Survivors Launch The Project Yellow for Support

Fitness

Live Poll

Do you prioritize regular exercise to help maintain your own independence and social life?

Fitness

Houston Seniors Stay Active at University Fitness Center

A group of seniors meets three times a week at Houston Christian University to maintain mobility and independence.

Houston Seniors Stay Active at University Fitness Center

Mental Health

Live Poll

Should your local place of worship prioritize providing mental health support and disability resources?

Mental Health

Archdiocese Expands Mental Health Training in Houston

Parish leaders in Houston recently completed intensive training to improve disability ministry and mental health support.

Archdiocese Expands Mental Health Training in Houston

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Coverage takes in medical breakthroughs, public health guidance, insurance shifts and wellness trends. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal factors such as extreme weather often drive local public health responses and infrastructure demands. Access to care and the influence of new medical technology are the subjects that recur most frequently.