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What you eat may impact your lung cancer risk, according to a new study

There are many reasons to avoid ultraprocessed foods, including a link with heart disease, diabetes and obesity, but an increased risk of lung cancer may be yet another, a new study suggests.

FIRST ON CNN: Fighting early-stage Alzheimer’s with intensive lifestyles changes works, study finds

As her memory faded from Alzheimer’s disease in her late 50s, Tammy Maida began to lose track of her life. Car keys, eyeglasses and her purse disappeared multiple times a day. Key characters in novels she was reading were forgotten. …

Dr. Susan Monarez confirmed to lead CDC

Dr. Susan Monarez was confirmed to lead the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday in a 52-47 Senate vote.

Mosquitoes bite! 5 tips for making yourself less attractive to them

For summertime beachgoers, the threat of sharks may loom large, but nature’s deadliest predator is actually much smaller.

The air we breathe in our homes and cars contains thousands of microplastics, study finds

Thousands of microplastics so small they can penetrate deep into the lungs are in the air you breathe in your home and car, a new study has found.

From Hospital Halls to Hallowed Homes: Fifth Ward Celebrates St. Elizabeth Place Apartments Grand Opening

In a triumphant and heartfelt celebration, the historic Fifth Ward community gathered on Monday, July 28, 2025, to witness a powerful transformation—one that turned memories of healing into a future of hope. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for St. Elizabeth Place Apartments …

TikTok made cottage cheese so popular, producers are struggling to keep up

When clients used to ask John Crawford if he thought cottage cheese could make a comeback, his answer was an emphatic: “No.” “Part of it was texture, part of it was – it was a diet food, it was your …

Deion Sanders had his bladder removed earlier this year after doctors found a tumor, says he’s beaten cancer

Deion Sanders said on Monday he has fought – and beaten – cancer after having his bladder removed, shedding light on the latest health struggles that have plagued the Hall of Famer. The University of Colorado head football coach, 57, …

Inside the Mental Health Crossroads: How Gen Z Is Rising Through the Crisis of Our Time

In a nation increasingly defined by digital noise and political tumult, the voices of Generation Z are crying out for something quieter, deeper, and far more vital: healing.

HCC Coleman and Texas Medical Center Explore Bold Future for Healthcare Education at State-of-the-Art Campus

In the heart of Houston’s globally renowned Texas Medical Center, something transformative is unfolding — and it’s happening at Houston Community College’s Coleman College for Health Sciences. On July 23, a powerhouse collaboration took a promising step forward as Dr. …

Houston’s Small Biz Gets Smarter: Harris Health and HCC Brew Up Bold AI Insights

In a dynamic blend of morning brews and breakthrough ideas, Harris Health and Houston Community College (HCC) teamed up on Monday, July 21, 2025, for an enlightening session of “Coffee & Conversations” — a networking and knowledge-sharing event designed to …

States, cities face loss of vaccination programs and staff after ‘baffling’ cuts to federal funding

Millions of dollars have been pulled from state and local vaccination programs with no explanation, after a review of the funding agreements by the US Department of Health and Human Services

HCC Coleman College Champions the Future of Healthcare Workforce at Pivotal Health Partners Event

In a city where world-class healthcare and innovation converge, Houston Community College's Coleman College for Health Sciences once again cemented its place as a premier pipeline for future healthcare professionals. On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, under the inspiring leadership of …

Texas Takes a Bold Step Forward: Medical Cannabis Legalized as the 40th State Joins the Movement

In a defining moment for the Lone Star State, Texas has finally stepped into the future of compassionate care. On a historic Saturday, Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 46 (HB 46) into law, making Texas the 40th state in …

Empowering Resilience: Carrie’s TOUCH and UCLA’s Dr. Annette L. Stanton Launch Transformative Phase of Project SOAR to Champion Black Women Battling Breast Cancer

In a powerful stride toward health equity, Carrie’s TOUCH, led by Rev. Dr. Tammie Denyse, and Dr. Annette L. Stanton, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UCLA, are advancing the next phase of Project SOAR (Speaking Our African American Realities)—a revolutionary …