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New Moderna COVID Shot Approved for High-Risk Groups Amid Policy Shifts

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New Moderna COVID Shot Approved for High-Risk Groups Amid Policy Shifts

The FDA has approved a new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, but it is only approved for use in people at high risk. The decision coincides with a controversial rollback of childhood vaccine recommendations under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Waller, Northwest Houston Clinic Targeted in State’s First Abortion Ban Prosecution

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Waller, Northwest Houston Clinic Targeted in State’s First Abortion Ban Prosecution

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced charges against a Waller County clinic owner and employees tied to illegal abortions and unlicensed medical practice in the Houston region.

UTMB Galveston Reports Three Lab Safety Incidents in 2024, No Infections

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UTMB Galveston Reports Three Lab Safety Incidents in 2024, No Infections

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston reported three lab safety incidents 2024 involving pathogens like the Chapare, anthrax, and Mayaro. No workers were infected, and officials emphasize transparency and ongoing safety improvements in bioscience research.

Revolutionizing Prostate Cancer Care: UTMB Galveston Adopts AI-Driven Diagnostics

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Revolutionizing Prostate Cancer Care: UTMB Galveston Adopts AI-Driven Diagnostics

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston has become a pioneer in Texas by incorporating artificial intelligence into its routine prostate cancer diagnostic process, significantly improving accuracy and early detection.

Texas Health Officials Warn of Bird Flu Risks Amid Human Case Reports

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Texas Health Officials Warn of Bird Flu Risks Amid Human Case Reports

Texas health officials are raising awareness about bird flu after the CDC confirmed the first severe human case in the U.S. Recent cases in migratory birds in Texas highlight the need for vigilance and precautions.

UTMB Partners with Swiss Leader to Revolutionize Neuroscience

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UTMB Partners with Swiss Leader to Revolutionize Neuroscience

UTMB has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Wyss Center, a global neurotechnology leader, to bring advanced neurological treatments and technologies to the Houston-Galveston region.

Health and Wellness

New Moderna COVID Shot Approved for High-Risk Groups Amid Policy Shifts

Waller, Northwest Houston Clinic Targeted in State’s First Abortion Ban Prosecution

UTMB Galveston Reports Three Lab Safety Incidents in 2024, No Infections

Revolutionizing Prostate Cancer Care: UTMB Galveston Adopts AI-Driven Diagnostics

Texas Health Officials Warn of Bird Flu Risks Amid Human Case Reports

UTMB Partners with Swiss Leader to Revolutionize Neuroscience

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