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Cancer diagnosis rates are going up in younger adults, study finds, driven largely by rises in women and people in their 30s

Certain kinds of cancer are being diagnosed more often in younger adults in the US, a new study shows, and the increases seem to be driven by cancers in women and adults in their 30s.

This year’s RSV season may come at the typical time, experts predict, and new tools may help the fight

Last fall, children’s hospitals across the country dealt with an unprecedented early surge of patients with respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV. By October, there were so many sick kids needing care that some states declared states of emergency, and some facilities set up tents with extra beds in parking lots.

Weight loss and diabetes drugs cost more in the US than in other countries, KFF analysis finds

Weight loss and diabetes medications are priced much higher in the US than in other countries, according to a new analysis from KFF.

Pain after a heart attack linked with higher risk of death over next eight years, study finds

Someone who has any kind of severe pain a year after a heart attack may be more likely to die within the eight years afterward, according to a new study.

Blue-light glasses don’t help with eye strain, major study says

Adding a blue-light filter to your eyeglasses may not ease eye strain from computer work, protect the retina or help with sleep at night, according to a new review of existing research.

What to know about dengue as cases are reported in Florida

The Florida Department of Health placed two counties under a mosquito-borne illness alert as five cases of dengue have been reported in Broward and Miami-Dade counties in less than a month, weekly reports show.

Three respiratory viruses could make you sick this season – but for the first time, there are vaccines against all of them

Last year’s respiratory virus season in the US was a bad one. After two years of extraordinarily light flu seasons, which infectious disease experts attributed to Covid-19 pandemic precautions like social distancing and masking, influenza came roaring back, hitting early and hard.

Marijuana and hallucinogen use, binge drinking reached record highs in middle-aged adults, survey finds

Last year, more middle-aged adults were binge drinking, using marijuana or consuming hallucinogens than ever before, according to a new report. Cannabis use surged among young adults under 30, alongside historic rates of vaping, as well.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon found not guilty of aggravated menacing

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon was found not guilty Thursday on an aggravated menacing charge, according to a spokesperson with the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts and court records.

Joey King wants people to understand what the SAG-AFTRA strike is really about

Joey King has been among the many familiar faces on picket lines in the SAG-AFTRA strike.

Sam Asghari breaks silence on divorce from Britney Spears, says ‘asking for privacy seems ridiculous’

Sam Asghari, husband to Britney Spears since June 2022, has made a statement on social media after filing for divorce from the pop singer on Wednesday.

Lizzo’s dance crews express support for her amid lawsuit

Lizzo’s dancers are expressing support for her after a lawsuit was brought against the singer by three of her former tour members. The “Big Grrl” and “Big Boiii” dance crews shared a letter on the group’s verified Instagram, writing that they “had the time of our lives on The Special Tour,” which Lizzo wrapped up this summer.

Inaugural Latina Entrepreneurship Day Conference Announced in Houston

The Latina Leadership Podcast is bringing its first ever Latina Entrepreneurship Day Conference to Houston on Friday, October 13, 2023.

San Jacinto Council Girl Scout Awarded $10,000

Adison Smith, has received the esteemed $10,000 Girl Scouts of the USA Gold Award Scholarship in acknowledgment of her outstanding project, "Cyber Guide: Helping Foster Kids into Adulthood."

Halle Berry celebrated her birthday with a Barbie-themed party

Halle Berry channeled her inner Barbie for her 57th birthday. The Oscar winner visited World of Barbie in Santa Monica, Calif., with her boyfriend, Van Hunt, and 15-year-old daughter, Nahla, who wore pink along with her mom for the outing.

Jay-Z-themed library cards spark increase in Brooklyn Public Library memberships

If anyone can make a trip to the library feel like a party, it’s Jay-Z, apparently.

City Hall Update

Dear Houstonians, This week is break week for Houston City Council. Still, a lot is happening throughout our departments to keep the City on track working for you and to keep my administration's priorities and initiatives moving forward. The city council will resume next week with a special meeting on Monday, August 21, followed by Tuesday's public session and Wednesday's agenda meeting. I look forward to seeing you at City Hall!

Local Realtor Expands Back-to-School Instagram Contest to Treat Cypress Teachers to Free Lunch

Noel Collier, a leading Houston realtor and founder of the Noel Collier Group Powered by Keller Williams Professionals, is offering students, parents, and staff in the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District a chance to show some love for their favorite teachers with a Back-to-School Instagram Contest to provide a Free Lunch for teachers in September!

New PAC formed to pass Harris County Hospital Bonds

Healthy Harris County is the new PAC working to pass the bond measure. (Twitter: @HealthyHCounty)

In a bipartisan display of unity, Harris County Commissioners voted unanimously today to place a $2.5 billion hospital bond measure on the November 7 ballot to expand access to healthcare for more than 1,175,000 uninsured residents. The funds will benefit Harris Health System, the county’s hospital district.

Join Us at the 2023 Mapping Your Way to Homeownership Real Estate Summit

The Mapping Your Way to Homeownership Real Estate Summit has become an annual tradition for us, and this year's summit is set to be the most enriching and engaging one yet. Our primary goal with this event is to provide attendees with a holistic understanding of the home buying process. From the initial steps of preparation to the final stages of the buying transaction, along with insights into maintaining newly acquired homes, this summit is designed to be an immersive experience.

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