Science vs. Social Media

Should Houstonians Worry About Hantavirus and Ebola? Science Says No.

Texas health experts believe the internet is getting ahead of itself.

06/02/2026 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

The Houston Health Museum Puts Cadavers on Full Display

Stand aside, Magic School Bus: With Body Worlds 101: The Core of Life, the museum brings us one of the most detailed journeys through the human body yet.

08/28/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Activist Art

How 77 Minutes Examines Gun Violence as a Public Health Crisis

Multimedia artist Sarah Sudhoff worked with parents of the children slain in the 2022 Uvalde school shooting to show the world the depths of their grief.

06/24/2025 By Emilia Benton

Staying Healthy

How Bad Has Norovirus Actually Been in Houston?

The winter illness gives your stomach all sorts of problems, from diarrhea to vomiting.

01/22/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Heart with Soul

The Health Museum’s Live Organ Dissections Cut to the Chase

Dissecting pig, sheep, and cow organs for an audience helps Houstonians better understand how their own bodies work.

09/05/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Bayougraphy

The Montrose Center’s New CEO Is Ready to Make Her Mark

Avery Belyeu, the first transgender woman to helm the historic LGBTQ+ center, seeks to lead through active listening and collaboration.

04/19/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

Alert

Houston's Boil Water Advisory Has Been Lifted, But Things Aren't Back to Normal Yet

The City of Houston announced the boil water notice has ended Tuesday morning.

11/29/2022 By Shelby Stewart

H-TOWN STRONG

Here's What We Know About Mayor Turner’s Cancer Diagnosis

We don't yet know if Mayor Turner's cancer is in remission.

11/03/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Health

Harris and Surrounding Counties Working to Mitigate Monkeypox

With cases in Texas steadily rising, learn how to protect yourself.

09/06/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Health Watch

Everything You Need to Know About Summer Skin Care

A Houston dermatologist weighs in on surviving the sun this summer.

08/02/2022 By Alexia Partouche

Community First

Project Saving Smiles Enhances Oral Health Access in Houston

Dr. Justine Jimenez spearheads the public-private dental care project that gives back to the community she comes from.

07/11/2022 By Geneva Diaz

Fighting the Virus

Where to Find COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots in Houston

County and other local agencies want to help you stay protected.

01/07/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Flu Season

Health Experts Share Tips To Stay Safe During Flu Season

Here is what you can do to protect yourself against the flu and COVID-19.

10/19/2021 By Sofia Gonzalez Edited by Shelby Stewart

Vax for cash

Harris County Offers $100 Incentive for Residents to Get Vaccinated

Lasting until the end of the month.

08/25/2021 By Shelby Stewart

some crappy news

Tips on How to Stay Safe Swimming This Summer

How to avoid contaminated waters.

07/12/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Safe to Drink

City of Houston Has Lifted the Boil Water Notice

Be sure to flush your systems before consuming water from your taps, though.

02/17/2021 By Dianna Wray

Mask Up, Wash Up, Stay Apart

Here's What We Know about the New Covid-19 Variant Cases in Houston

The Houston Health Department has confirmed three new cases.

02/08/2021 By Dianna Wray

Shots, shots, shots

It's Even More Important Than Ever to Get a Flu Shot This Year

A Houston doctor tells us why.

09/22/2020 By Raven Wuebker

Sign of the Times

Face Masks Complicate Communication for Houston’s Deaf Community

It’s also putting unwanted attention on the Bayou City’s ASL interpreters.

05/07/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Glamorously Giving

Beyoncé and Other Houston Celebrities Give Back During Coronavirus Crisis

Don't you just love it when our celebs use their power for good?

05/07/2020 By Emma Schkloven