President Trump's latest CDC director nominee, Dr. Erica Schwartz, is pitching stability after months of turmoil at the nation's top public health agency, even as questions persist over the administration's health agenda and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s influence.

A growing Cyclospora outbreak has sickened thousands across the U.S., prompting health experts to urge extra caution with fresh produce. Here's what to avoid, how to wash fruits and vegetables properly, and the safest ways to protect your family.

Before students head back to class, doctors say the most important school supply isn't found in a backpack. From vaccinations to wellness visits and sports physicals, a healthy start can set the stage for a successful school year.

Will Americans finally stop changing their clocks twice a year? Congress is set to vote on making Daylight Saving Time permanent, reigniting a debate over health, schools, farming and the future of time itself.

From the Philippines to Houston's Texas Medical Center, HCC Coleman College graduate Leland Bautista has transformed his passion for medical imaging into a career as a healthcare leader, educator and mentor.

Nearly 4,000 Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses walked off the job in a historic one-day strike as contract negotiations over pay, staffing, and working conditions remain deadlocked.

A married Atlanta couple is sharing their surrogacy journey to help other gay men navigate the path to parenthood while challenging misconceptions and highlighting the importance of support, education and chosen family.

Harris Health’s Summer Junior Volunteer Program is giving 145 Houston teens a hands-on introduction to healthcare, inspiring the next generation of medical professionals through service, compassion, and real-world experience.

Women from across Texas and beyond will gather in Houston this August for the 2026 Exodus Women’s Conference, a faith-filled weekend of worship, healing, empowerment, and spiritual growth centered on the theme, “She Is Planted.”

On Juneteenth, Houston celebrated the 100th anniversary of the historic Riverside Hospital, honoring its legacy of Black healthcare leadership while unveiling a renewed vision for community health and wellness in Third Ward.

A candid conversation about masculinity, vulnerability, and emotional isolation explores why many men struggle to open up—and how breaking that cycle can lead to healing and connection.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced more than $700 million in federal funding to combat addiction, homelessness, and mental health crises across the United States.

Doctors warn that extreme heat at several open-air venues during the 2026 FIFA World Cup could pose serious health risks for millions of fans and thousands of workers.

The City of Houston and UTHealth Houston have launched a new Academic Health Department to strengthen the public health workforce, expand student training opportunities, and improve health outcomes through research and community collaboration.

A Florida woman exposed to hantavirus on a cruise says she feels like a "hostage" after federal officials ordered her to remain in quarantine despite a CDC review recommending she be allowed to finish monitoring at home.