Health•YesterdayYesterday•1 min readMom calls for better hospice care after Central Texas' only pediatric program endsA few years after starting, Dell Children's Medical Center ended its program Friday.Ravi PatelContinue reading
Health•2d2 days agoGLP-1 users report painful skin side effect doctors are trying to understand"Even the lightest touch against my skin could be uncomfortable."Read story →
Health•2d2 days agoThree injured in major crash on FM 973 in Pflugerville, one airliftedThree people were injured in a crash on FM 973 in Pflugerville. One patient was flown to a hospital by STAR Flight, while two others were taken by ambulance.Read story →
Health•4d4 days ago32-year-old woman arrested for DWI after deadly crash Sunday on South CongressUnder the warm Texas sun, the quiet hum of Sunday afternoon was shattered on South Congress when a tragic accident unfolded, leaving a community in shock and mourning. Olivia Mills, a 32-year-old woman, now faces serious charges after her vehicle struck a pedestrian, resulting in a heartbreaking...Read story →
Health•6d6 days ago'Brutal' MoPac wreck leads to intoxication manslaughter arrestIn the early hours of a Monday morning, the sun had barely started to rise over Austin when tragedy struck on MoPac Expressway. A loud crash echoed through the stillness, a sound that would shatter lives and send ripples of grief through the community. An 18-year-old man, filled with the promise of...Read story →
Health•Nov 2November 2, 2026Austin Public Health launches updated opioid overdose data dashboardOn a crisp autumn morning in Austin, the sun began to rise over the skyline, illuminating the city’s vibrant streets. However, beneath the surface of this bustling metropolis lies a pressing concern that affects families and communities alike: the opioid crisis. Just last week, Austin Public Health...Read story →
Health•Nov 2November 2, 20261 person injured after minor crash leads to shooting on North Lamar, police sayAs dawn broke over North Lamar Boulevard, a quiet Sunday morning was shattered by the sounds of chaos and confusion. At approximately 5:15 a.m., police received a call reporting a shooting that would soon reveal the darker side of Austin's streets. The victim, a man whose identity has not yet been...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026Dell Children’s hospice changes raise concerns for familiesAs the sun sets over Austin, a soft glow radiates from the windows of Dell Children’s Medical Center, where families gather, hoping for a miracle. Among them is the Garcia family, who have spent countless nights in the hospital with their son, Mateo, battling a rare illness. For them, the...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026TxDOT, Austin trauma surgeon urge safety as darker evenings increase pedestrian risksAs the sun dipped below the horizon on a recent evening in Austin, the vibrant streets transformed into a canvas of headlights and shadows. Families strolled along the sidewalks, children darted between parked cars, and e-scooter riders zipped past, each moment a delicate balance between joy and...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026How does daylight saving time impact your health?As the clocks spring forward and fall back, many of us find ourselves in a love-hate relationship with daylight saving time (DST). Picture this: it's a sunny Sunday morning in Austin, and you're blissfully unaware that your alarm is about to betray you. You wake up groggy, your body clock in a...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026Education Department posts doctored image showing its HQ as Spirit HalloweenAs the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow across the bustling streets of Austin, a curious scene unfolded on social media. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) posted a digitally altered image depicting its headquarters adorned with the festive decorations of a Spirit Halloween store....Read story →
Health•Oct 30October 30, 2026Christa Pike describes constant pain in first statement since her failed executionAs the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows through the grim corridors of a prison hospital, Christa Pike sat in her room, grappling with a reality that few can fathom. Her voice, barely a whisper, carried the weight of her experience. In her first public statement since a botched...Read story →
Health•Oct 30October 30, 2026Arch Manning's latest NIL deal puts his mother in the spotlightAs the sun sets over the Texas horizon, casting a golden hue across the football field, Arch Manning stands tall, a beacon of promise and talent. Yet, it’s not just his impressive skills on the gridiron that have captured the spotlight; it’s the heartfelt mission he shares with his mother, Ellen...Read story →
