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Texas Doctors Struggle To Keep Their Practices Afloat During The Pandemic

Ashley Lopez, KUT

Posted on May 22, 2020 · Physician practices in Texas are facing serious financial pressures as fewer patients come in to seek care during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Houston Matters

Gestational Diabetes — Why This Doctor Calls for Stricter Standards

Abner Fletcher

Posted on October 4, 2018 · OB/GYN Dr. Virginia Hall says more women would end up diagnosed, but it would make them and their babies healthier in the long run.

Tags American Diabetes Association gestational diabetes gynecology health high blood sugar levels physicians pregnancy screening and diagnosing Virginia Hall

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Houston Matters

When Should Doctors Prescribe Opioid Painkillers?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on September 12, 2018 · At an upcoming seminar, Houston doctors will discuss the ethical concerns they face when prescribing opioids.

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Houston Matters

Chefs And Doctors Team Up To Address Women’s Health Issues

Abner Fletcher

Posted on April 3, 2018 · Local surgeon Dr. Lori Choi talks about I’ll Have What She’s Having, an organization addressing women’s health issues through the combined efforts of area chefs, restaurateurs, and physicians.

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As funding for Long COVID research runs out, Houston area advocate calls for at least $1 billion a year over next decade

Patricia Ortiz

Posted on December 5, 2023 · Research for Long COVID used to be funded by the National Institutes of Health. Advocates are asking for at least $1 billion over the next 10 years for research funding and clinical trials.

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Texas attorney general sues Pfizer, claiming vaccines didn’t end pandemic quickly enough

Karen Brooks Harper, Texas Tribune

Posted on December 1, 2023 · Experts argue other assertions made in the lawsuit filing are completely unsubstantiated, such as one claiming that vaccinated people were more likely to die from COVID-19, which Texas health data disputes.

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Houston Matters

New search warrants in case tied to former Hidalgo aides (Nov. 13, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 13, 2023 · On Monday's show: We learn the latest about new search warrants being issued in a case involving former aides of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo related to a canceled COVID-19 contract.

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Harris County Public Health offering new COVID-19 booster shots

Patricia Ortiz

Posted on October 11, 2023 · Director Ericka Brown said while it’s too soon to tell how many people will get the updated vaccines, they’re free of charge if residents don’t have health insurance or the insurance does not cover the costs.

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