The latest health care news from The Texas Tribune.
Texas has tapped more than $45 million in federal funds to get the overdose-reversing drug into the hands of law enforcement, members of the public. But the program has been plagued by supply issues, delays and lack of communication. Full Story
Supporters of the petition may ultimately seek a vote of Amarillo residents later this fall. Full Story
The state’s flood plan shows which Texans are most at risk of flooding and suggests billions of dollars more are needed for flood mitigation projects. Full Story
The court ruled that MRG Medical filed its lawsuit against the news organizations past the statute of limitations. Full Story
Dairy farmers and veterinarians in northern Texas furiously investigated a mysterious illness among cattle before the government got involved. Farm cat deaths were the tip off. Full Story
Dr. Ingrid Skop, an influential anti-abortion advocate, will now be reviewing maternal deaths for the state. Full Story
Doctors, lawyers and advocates say the state board’s new guidance still doesn’t clarify when doctors can legally perform abortions. Full Story
The Texas Republican’s Senate bill comes as the state supreme court considers taking up a case that could imperil access to in vitro fertilization. Full Story
Since 2019, accidental drug deaths have been rising in Texas, with the number tripling in Travis County. Full Story
The facility has 240 single-person rooms, a basketball gym and outdoor courtyards. It’s part of a $2.5 billion overhaul of the state’s mental health hospital system. Full Story
Thousands of hemp dispensaries have sprung up in Texas in the years since consumable hemp became legal. Full Story
The Texas Supreme Court is considering taking up the question of whether frozen embryos should be treated as people, not property, in a divorce case. Full Story
Clarendon is one of the first cities in Texas to reject the ordinance, after several cities and counties passed similar measures Full Story
Jonathan Mitchell has filed at least nine petitions seeking information from abortion activists, doctors and women. None have resulted in a deposition. Full Story
Katy ISD’s board voted this past fall to require staff to notify parents if their child wants to use a different pronoun or identifies as a different gender. Full Story
The mental health workforce shortage is more acute in rural areas, adding to rising patient loads in hospital ERs. Full Story
The Texas Tribune hosted a panel conversation on the causes and challenges of the youth mental health crisis in the state. Full Story
There is no process in Texas for a voter-driven statewide referendum. So, supporters are going city by city to build statewide momentum. Full Story
Supporters began the petition drive after the City Council punted on the proposed policy. Voters may have the final say. Full Story
The early release of documents meant a single competitor got an early look at the other bidders’ playbooks before final winners were announced. Full Story
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