Taco Enthusiast Wants to Make Tacos the Official State Food of Texas
The official state dish of Texas is listed as chili by the Texas State Library, but one man is looking to swap that classic dish for a South-of-the-Border staple.
South Africa is Fighting Obesity With a Sugar Tax
The South African government is planning to implement a sugar tax to help curb the country's growing obesity epidemic.
Some Birth Defects 20 Times More Likely for Moms with Zika, CDC Says
The proportion of Zika-related birth defects during 2016 was nearly 20 times higher than the number seen during the pre-Zika years, according to a new report from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Texas Could Lose Millions Of Tax Dollars If It Stalls Medical Marijuana
The Texas Compassionate Use Act was signed into law on June 1, 2015, by Governor Greg Abbott. However, it appears the state might not implement the medical marijuana program it passed and could walk away from millions in potential tax …
Natural Hair the Movie is an Answer to Chris Rock’s ‘Good Hair’
Grind Over Matter Films is currently in production on a new documentary film entitled Natural Hair the Movie. “People say to us, when we talk about our movie, that it reminds them of Chris Rock’s movie Good Hair. Even though …
5 Ways How Manicures Can Lead to Nasty and Potentially Deadly Infections
What woman doesn't like to get her nails done? Manicures and pedicures are a luxury enjoyed by millions of women. But here's something you need to know before you indulge; manicures and pedicures can leave you with fungus, warts and …
Music Industry Insider Shanti Das Works on Health Awareness in Atlanta
Music-industry veteran Shanti Das grew up in an Atlanta neighborhood considered a food desert — heavy on fast-food restaurants and limited on access to grocery stores with fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy food choices.
Pediatricians Warn About Dangers of Kids Using Marijuana
My kids are in elementary school, a little young for the "weed talk," but I wonder whether the fact that recreational pot use is now legal in a number of states will complicate things once we start having those conversations.
Crocheted Octopi Comfort Preemies In Hospital NICU
These cuddly toys are used as a form of therapy to help comfort and calm premature babies, according to officials at Poole Hospital.
Amazon’s Voice-Activated Assistant Will Begin Delivering CPR Instructions
The American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference has provided numerous research and consumer items for the general public. From items regarding African-American women at risk of heart disease facing far more loneliness than their white counterparts to Amazon’s Echo device …
Food Stamps And Sweets: Should They Be Kept Apart?
The food-stamp program is credited with helping 44 million people in America afford groceries, providing what supporters say is a needed benefit for some of the country’s most vulnerable.
Preventing Cancer In Houston's Food Deserts
Cancer is a killer in African American communities. The death rate is highest among Blacks, according to the American Cancer Society.
Acupuncture Shows Promise In Migraine Treatment, Study Says
Faced with a growing demand for solutions, researchers, drug companies and medical providers have sought out new treatment options. A widening class of medications, devices and alternative therapies is presenting those who suffer from moderate to severe migraines with various …
Brightwood College and Gulf Coast Regional Blood Bank Announce Spring Blood Drive March 6
February 20, 2017 – Brightwood College in Houston, in partnership with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Bank, will host a Spring Blood Drive Monday, March 6 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The public is invited to join the campus in …
'Golden Girls'-Inspired Café Now Open
"Golden Girls" fans now have the perfect place to gather with pals and confidants.
