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Deaf migrants deported without access to sign language interpreters
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (964+ words) Without interpreters, migrants have been unable to understand actions taken by DHS officials that resulted in their deportation. By Shelly BrisbinAugust 21, 2026 4:32 pmBorder & Immigration, Texas Standard Original When migrants who are deaf interact with immigration enforcement officials, they are supposed to…...
Multistate controversy highlights gray areas around surrogacy, bioethics expert says
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (1393+ words) A multistate surrogacy controversy — involving Alaska, California and Texas — could have far-reaching implications. One medical ethics expert said the case highlights the flaws and weaknesses around surrogacy agreements that pose dozens of unanswered questions. By Abigail Ruhman, KERA NewsAugust 19, 2026 9:56 amHealth…...
This nearly invisible insect will damage plants — and may bite you
1+ mon, 6+ hour ago (606+ words) What you need to know about identifying and managing thrips. By Laura RiceJuly 21, 2026 11:03 amAgriculture & Animals, Arts & Culture, Bug Bites, Texas Standard Original m.borden, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Damage on a plant attributed to thrips. Thrips are very, very small…...
Late Cowboys player’s CTE diagnosis puts spotlight back on the disease
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (1270+ words) Chronic Trauma Encephalopathy is related to repetitive head impacts. Dallas defensive end Marshawn Kneeland was found that have had Stage 1 following his death, which was ruled a suicide. By Porshea GoinsJuly 16, 2026 1:01 pmHealth & Science, Texas Standard Original The death of former…...
What to know about the foodborne parasite outbreak in Texas
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (569+ words) Cases of cyclosporiasis, an infection caused by microscopic parasites, are being tracked in the state. Here’s what to know and how to avoid this nasty stomach tourist. By Sarah Asch & Charlie SharpeJuly 6, 2026 1:49 pmHealth & Science, Texas Standard Original Ensuring your produce…...
New World screwworm tracker: Confirmed Texas cases and what you need to know
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (825+ words) Track confirmed New World screwworm infestations in Texas and learn what the flesh-eating parasite is, which animals are at risk, how it spreads, what symptoms to watch for and what officials are doing to contain the outbreak. By Texas Public…...
Parkinson’s is often linked to pesticides. Rio Grande Valley farmworkers, communities are at risk
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (1766+ words) Parkinson’s is the world’s fastest growing neurological disorder. Experts worry that people living and working in pesticide-laden agricultural regions are especially at risk. By Daisy Yuhas, Public Health WatchJune 23, 2026 9:25 amHealth & Science, Partner Organizations Onions are among the many vegetables grown…...
Community health workers join with medical schools to bring care closer to rural Texans
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (1770+ words) In April, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and Texas A&M University Health Sciences Center hosted a tour of a clinic built in a retrofitted shipping container in Burton, Texas. It’s the latest collaboration in an ongoing effort…...
This disabled veteran wants you to wear sunglasses this weekend
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (393+ words) It’s part of a campaign to raise awareness for an often misunderstood disease. By Laura Rice & Porshea GoinsJune 18, 2026 11:54 amHealth & Science, Sounds of Texas, Texas Standard Original Tonya Henry, left, and Laura Rice wear purple "Shades for Migraine" sunglasses in the…...
As New World screwworm enters the US, Texas ranchers are cautious, but not panicked
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (818+ words) Gov. Abbott has declared a state of emergency over the New World screwworm and its potential impact on the U.S. livestock industry, as state experts are calling on all Texans to help monitor for the flies. By Brad Burt, KTTZJune 15, 2026 10:15 amAgriculture…...