Tag: Health

Texas is looking to become a leader in dementia research with the introduction of a new state-funded initiative called the Dementia Prevention Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT). Modeled after the successful Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), the...

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has left many veterans isolated and in need of assistance. The VA healthcare system has been sending teams to visit these veterans, providing vital supplies and medical care.One of the...

Today on Texas Standard, we have a variety of stories to discuss from different parts of the Lone Star State.First off, the Texas Supreme Court saw all three incumbent Republicans being reelected, maintaining their hold on the court. This...

A recent research project has entered a new phase as tiny artificial heart-tissue structures, known as cardiac organoids, were sent to the International Space Station. These organoids are being studied to understand the impact of microgravity on human heart...

Georgetown, Texas residents are being strongly advised to consider purchasing flood insurance as soon as possible. The city is raising awareness about potential flooding risks that were not previously covered by FEMA's floodplain maps but could be in the...