Health care is the largest and fastest growing industry in Texas — but the workforce isn't growing fast enough to meet increasing demand. Workforce shortages are getting worse, according to testimony from state officials during a House Committee on Public Health hearing.

There is at least one confirmed case found in South Texas. What can you do to protect your pets?

Starting this fall, UNT Health Fort Worth will offer a new pharmaceutical sciences PhD program — the first of its kind in North Texas. The school said the new program could help address workforce needs as the life sciences and research and development industries continue to grow in the region.

A new study suggests constant oversleeping or even getting too little sleep can impact your overall health. A North Texas physician explains.

The College of Dentistry launched the Empowering Smiles Oral Health Initiative Program in 2024 in partnership with Metrocrest Hospital Authority. The program is expanding to provide preventive care to some North Texas seniors.

For the first time, the counselling center Room for Change is inviting people to access free resources and learn about the mental health services available in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.

A North Texas physician explains specific chemicals in the egg yolk that can help protect the brain.

The Texas Attorney General’s office had announced an investigation into the Houston-based hospital system in February for providing gender-affirming care to minors. Such a “detransition clinic” could be the first in the nation.

The virus made its first official 2026 appearance as the World Cup promises to bring crowds of visitors to North Texas this summer.

The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the abortion pill mifepristone can continue to be prescribed online or over the phone and sent through the mail.

State data shows more than 40,000 pregnant Texans waited more than a month for the state to process their Medicaid applications — with more than half waiting more than 60 days. An advocacy group said delays in applications getting processed can combine with issues getting appointments and can lead to delayed prenatal care.

Full access to the abortion pill mifepristone, including through telemedicine and the mail, will continue for at least three more days, the high court said on Monday.