Heart disease is rampant in parts of the rural South. Researchers are hitting the road to learn why

Spectrum Local News Health 8/17 2:00A Associated Press

Studies and data show rural populations in the U.S. are unhealthier and have lower life expectancy than Americans in urban areas.

Infant formula sold at H-E-B, CVS recalled for high vitamin D levels

Spectrum Local News Health 8/13 4:36A Christine Sanchez

The affected formula was sold under generic store brands CVS Health and H-E-B Baby

Dozens of pregnant women, some bleeding or in labor, being turned away from ERs despite federal law

Spectrum Local News Health 8/12 4:53A Associated Press

In Texas, medical and legal experts say the law is complicating decision-making around emergency pregnancy care.

Notice to Patients of HCAT Boardwalk Diagnostics — Irving

Health Care Associates 7/30 4:16A Alysen Vilhena

Notice to Patients of HCAT Boardwalk Diagnostics  ?  Irving Effective Aug. 1, 2024, Healthcare Associates of Texas (HCAT) Boardwalk Diagnostics Irving is ending its imaging services. Please follow up with your primary care physician (PCP) to...

Effective June 30, 2024, Shilpa Kranthi, MD, will transfer from Healthcare Associates of Texas –...

Health Care Associates 7/30 4:12A Alysen Vilhena

Effective June 30, 2024, Shilpa Kranthi, MD, will transfer from Healthcare Associates of Texas Coppell to USMD Las Colinas Clinic For questions or copies of medical records, call: 1-972-258-7426 New Location USMD Las Colinas Clinic 6750 N....

Your Mental Health: Boosting mental toughness to be like an Olympian

Spectrum Local News Health 7/24 2:23A Nicole Clark, PhD

If you want to be an Olympian, mental toughness is an essential ingredient for a gold medal performance.

Study shows Texas is 2nd worst state for access to high-quality prenatal, maternal care

Spectrum Local News Health 7/20 9:03A Amber Hughes

The south dominates a list of states with the worst access to prenatal and maternal care.

5 North Texas hospitals ranked among the top in the state in 2024

Dallas Business Journal Health 7/17 7:15A Rachel Snyder – WFAA

Two of the top three hospitals are in Dallas, with UT Southwestern Medical Center ranked second in the state (after Houston Methodist Hospital) and the best in DFW, followed by Baylor University Medical Center, which was ranked third in the state.

Effective August 19, 2024, Healthcare Associate of Texas – Coppell will be relocating.

Health Care Associates 7/15 8:14A Alysen Vilhena

Effective August 19, 2024, Healthcare Associate of Texas – Coppell will be relocating. NEW LOCATION WellMed at Farmers Branch 12895 Josey Lane, Suite 120 Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Phone: 1-972-481-1881 Fax: 1-972-481-1888 For questions or copies...

Effective August 12, 2024, Healthcare Associate of Texas – McKinney North will be relocating.

Health Care Associates 7/15 4:51A Alysen Vilhena

Effective August 12, 2024, Healthcare Associate of Texas – McKinney North will be relocating. NEW LOCATION WellMed at McKinney North 1620 N. Hardin Blvd., Suite 2000 McKinney, TX 75071 Phone: 1-945-234-6211 Fax: 1-945-234-6212 For questions or...

Texas teen shares battle with rare digestive condition

Spectrum Local News Health 7/13 9:00A Agustin Garfias

Fewer than 0.3% of the world population is estimated to have Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome.

Mental health clinics across the U.S. are helping Latinos bridge language and access barriers

Spectrum Local News Health 7/13 12:31A Associated Press

The 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that just over one-fifth of Hispanic adults reported having a mental illness.

Teladoc Health offers free telehealth visits for Texans impacted by Beryl

Spectrum Local News Health 7/12 3:33A Katharine Finnerty

A virtual health care company is providing free telehealth visits for Texas residents directly affected by Hurricane Beryl.

Officials caution Texas residents about mosquito bites due to West Nile and dengue virus cases

Spectrum Local News Health 7/11 10:35A Kelsey Leffingwell

The West Nile virus has been found in almost 800 mosquito samples across 24 counties, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Women in America say they are stressed and misunderstood

Spectrum Local News Health 7/11 6:43A Nicole Clark, PhD

Experts say a strong support system can act as a buffer for physical and mental stressors.