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US tuberculosis cases were at their the highest level in a decade in

NEW YORK (AP) — The number of U.S. tuberculosis cases in 2023 were the highest in a decade, according to a new government report. Forty states reported an increase in TB, and rates were up among

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New research may fuel debate of risks and benefits of COVID-19 …

WebAUSTIN (KXAN) — A new study published this month found possible links between the COVID-19 vaccine and health conditions.. The research is the largest study …

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New interactive dashboard shows respiratory infection data in Texas

WebAUSTIN (KXAN) — A new interactive respiratory virus dashboard launched by the Texas Department of State Health Services shows trends in illnesses like COVID …

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US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to

WebNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses than can lead to meningitis and possible death. The Centers for …

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Biden is announcing a new rule to protect consumers who …

WebPresident Joe Biden on Thursday announced new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk. A …

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Biden and Harris team up for health care event in North Carolina

WebKFF, a health policy research firm, conducted its own poll in November and found that 59% of U.S. adults trust the Democratic Party to do a better job addressing …

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Texas COVID vaccine waitlist: How to sign up for state-launched

WebIf you need any additional support, DSHS asks that you call its Texas Vaccine Support Center at 1 (833) 832-7067. It is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. everyday. …

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How Austin Public Health completes thousands of health …

WebIn 2023, APH completed more than 7,000 inspections. All locations that require a health inspection to operate must be inspected twice a year. In order to …

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What's making adults and kids sick in Austin recently

WebKXAN checked in with four local doctors to see what’s making kids and adults sick. “More adults are coming in with upper respiratory complaints, including …

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As Kansas nears gender care ban, students push university to …

WebLAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — With Kansas poised to ban gender-affirming care for minors, college students are trying counter Republican efforts to roll back transgender …

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Study on how sports impact brain health expands, seeks non …

WebAUSTIN (KXAN) — The College Level Aging Athlete Study is underway, as researchers aim to understand how college sports can impact brain health later in life. …

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Food trucks inspections, permitting may change under new city

WebIn a meeting on March 21, the Austin City Council voted to ask the City Manager's Office to "explore options" to change the city's rules around the inspection of …

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Do you live in an ‘allergy capital’

WebNana Mireku, an allergist in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, said “people are pretty miserable right now and allergists are pretty busy.”. The worst allergy cities, according to …

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What’s the latest on Austin’s HealthSouth property downtown

WebIn late September, council directed city leadership to convert at least a portion of the former HealthSouth property into affordable housing. The total complex is …

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Hays CISD releases video from deadly bus crash KXAN Austin

WebThe video shows the bus traveling westbound on SH 21, returning from a field trip to the Bastrop Zoo. Just before 2 p.m., a truck on the same highway traveling east, …

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Austin’s new psychiatric hospital: Which problems it’ll help, which

WebLeaders said the building and program redesign mark a shift in the way people with mental health are treated, moving away from a congregational warehouse …

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KXAN Simple Health KXAN Austin

WebKXAN’s Simple Health initiative was formed in partnership with the American Heart Association to bring Central Texans compelling stories and relevant resources …

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APD investigating death of 3-month-old as a homicide

WebUpdated: Mar 27, 2024 / 06:09 PM CDT. AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department said it was investigating the death of a 3-month-old infant as a …

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott outlines health care priorities

WebGov. Abbott says health care priorities will be mental health, telehealth & PPE; Democrats call for Medicaid expansion. AUTSIN (Nexstar) — On Tuesday, Gov. …

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West Virginia Gov. Justice breaks with GOP Legislature to veto bill

WebFILE – West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice delivers his State of the State address, Jan. 10, 2024, in Charleston, W.Va. Justice on Wednesday, March 27, broke with the …

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Is Texas’ medical billing transparency law working

WebThrough the Texas Public Information Act, KXAN obtained five itemized medical billing complaints sent to Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office since September …

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Inpatient behavioral treatment unit for teens opens in Williamson

WebAs the demand for behavioral health services for teens continues to increase in Central Texas, officials in Williamson County on Wednesday celebrated the …

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Friday Health Plans Provides Insurance Coverage With Many $0 …

WebFriday Health Plans is health insurance with lots of $0 benefits, like unlimited doctor visits and mental health visits. Plus you might qualify for financial aid to …

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TX HHSC was under federal scrutiny

WebUpdated: Dec 2, 2023 / 03:23 PM CST. AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Health and Human Services Commission was already under federal scrutiny as it struggled to keep up with …

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Austin Simple Health News

WebAI helps diagnose man with rare diabetes. Simple Health / 2 hours ago. Cooper Myers is a member of the AI generation. After the 24-year-old moved to Austin to pursue a job in …

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