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 …
Houston Community College Unveils Game-Changing LVN to ADN Program: Bridging Grit to Greatness in Nursing
In the heart of the Texas Medical Center, where innovation pulses and healing hands shape the future, Houston Community College (HCC) is making a bold and much-needed move. This fall, HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences will officially launch its …
Making these lifestyle changes reduce chronic disease, even if you have a genetic risk
Better health for your whole body can be broken down into just seven factors, according to a new study. Life’s Simple 7 is the American Heart Association’s guidelines for achieving and maintaining ideal cardiovascular health. The factors include not smoking, …
A new recall of injected penicillin may put gains against syphilis in peril
Drugmaker Pfizer is warning doctors that it expects to run low on supplies of Bicillin L-A, a long-acting injection of the antibiotic penicillin, the preferred option for treating syphilis during pregnancy.
Here’s why you might be spending more on health care next year
Battered by multiple years of high health care costs, employers are planning to shift more of the expense to workers in 2026, a new survey released Wednesday found. Just over half of employers are planning to adjust their health insurance …
Harris Health’s Towering Leap Forward: A New Era of Healing Rises in Northeast Houston
Houston is no stranger to innovation, and Harris Health is making sure the momentum doesn’t skip a beat. A bold new chapter in healthcare is unfolding in the heart of northeast Houston, where Harris Health is building a state-of-the-art 12-story …
USA Vein Clinics Shines Light on Vein Health with Free “Glow and Flow” Event in Houston During UV Awareness Month
July marks Ultraviolet (UV) Awareness Month, a crucial time to spotlight how summer sun not only impacts skin health but can also exacerbate lesser-known conditions like varicose and spider veins. As temperatures soar, USA Vein Clinics is stepping up in …
Sliding vaccine rates hang over vote on CDC director nominee as US measles cases hit dangerous milestone
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday tallied the highest number of US measles cases since the disease was declared eliminated a quarter-century ago, just as a key Senate committee split the vote to advance President Donald …
Commissioner Sid Miller Mobilizes TDA Relief Efforts for Flood-Stricken Texans
As deadly floods ravage communities across Central Texas, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is stepping up in a big way. Over the weekend, Miller directed the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) to activate emergency resources to support farmers, ranchers, and …
