Turkey Day Food Myths
While this Thanksgiving holiday is a great time to spend with family and friends, it’s also time to bust some Thanksgiving food myths.
Investigation into Companies Denying Parents Access to Their Children’s Medical Records
Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System published policies that apparently prevent parents from accessing their children’s medical records once their child attains the age of 13.
HEB Ground Beef Recalled
Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., an Amarillo, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 93,697 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically reflective mirror-like material.
USDA Provides Nearly $24M Boost for Beginning Farmers
USDA Chief Scientist Chavonda Jacobs-Young today announced a nearly $24 million investment across 45 organizations.
Texas has Shortage of Nurses in Nursing Homes
Nurses are leaving Texas seniors — especially in rural areas — without care.
HHSC Launches Dedicated Spanish-Language Healthy Texas
The made-for-kids videos include topics like improving nutrition, physical health, and boosting physical activity.
Lone Star Bakery, Inc. Recalls Beef Shepherd’s Pie Products
Approximately 5,740 pounds of beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically copper wire pieces.
City of Corpus Christi Introduces New Public Health Director
In addition to city residents, the Health District will continue to serve county residents through a contract with Nueces County using mobile bus clinics and satellite operations.
One Pill Can Kill
International and domestic criminal drug networks are mass-producing fake pills, falsely marketing them as legitimate prescription pills, and killing unsuspecting Texans.
On-site Mobile Mammogram Screening Events
Since 1985, individuals, businesses, and communities have come together every October to show their support for the many people affected by breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened regularly for the disease.
USDA Funds Projects on Smart Agriculture
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is awarding $300,000 to six U.S. universities.
Shuford Named Interim Commissioner of State Health Department
She completed an internal medicine residency at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, where she served as chief resident.
Possible E. Coli Found in Ground Beef from HelloFresh Meal Kits
HelloFresh meal kits may be associated with E. coli illness. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.
Multistate Settlement with JUUL for Deceptive Marketing
The multistate investigation revealed that JUUL became a dominant player in the vaping industry by willfully engaging in an advertising campaign that appealed to youth, even though its e-cigarettes are both illegal for them to purchase and unhealthy for youth to use.
Pack Food Safety on your Next Hike or Camping Trip
Hiking and camping are perfect Labor Day weekend activities, and there’s something special about enjoying a meal while admiring nature.
WIC Will Continue Covering Costs of Alternate Formulas
Under this flexibility, the USDA is covering the added cost of non-contract formula to allow WIC participants to purchase alternate sizes, forms, or brands of infant formula.
STORK Helps Identify Cause of Miscarriage
Scientists funded by the National Institutes of Health have developed a same-day test to identify abnormal fetal chromosomes.
DEA Recognizes National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
On Sunday, August 21, the DEA will recognize National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
NIH awards $23 million to centers of excellence to study telehealth for cancer care
The National Cancer Institute will award $23 million to four academic institutions to establish centers of excellence that will conduct research on the role of telehealth in delivering cancer-related health care.