St. David's Round Rock Medical Center completed its $53.1 million expansion, marking 40 years of service with a new tower and 34-bed care unit, reflecting significant investment in Central Texas healthcare.

Central Health in Austin is battling increasing poverty and healthcare disparities, with strategic efforts underway to improve access and services.

US women are increasingly obtaining abortion pills in advance, with demand spiking around key legal developments regarding abortion rights, according to studies.

The U.S. faces a rise in respiratory illnesses post-holidays, with a spike in COVID-19 cases attributed to the JN.1 variant. However, experts note hospitalizations and deaths, though increasing, are not at previous surge levels.

Central Texas's We Are Blood faces a severe shortage of Type O blood and platelets and urges residents to donate, highlighting the inclusion of more LGBTQ+ donors under revised FDA guidelines.

Austin-based startup Blackdot launches an automatic tattooing device that promises less pain and high-resolution tattoos, with a booking schedule already full and plans to expand to major cities.

Hays County Mental Health Court partners with Evoke Wellness to provide substance abuse treatment to court participants, regardless of insurance status.

Texas residents face high pollen counts causing cedar fever, with health experts advising antihistamines, nasal sprays, and mask-wearing as treatments over local honey.

St. David's HealthCare in Austin welcomed the first baby of 2024, a girl named Aralyn, born at 12:10 a.m. Her arrival symbolizes new beginnings and hope for the future.

Austin council member Natasha Harper-Madison returns from a medical leave for mental health, openly discussing her depression and anxiety, and advocating for mental health initiatives.

Seattle Children's Hospital sued the Texas Attorney General to protect patient confidentiality after Texas demanded records on the hospital's gender-affirming care for minors.

Pflugerville and Round Rock ISDs in Texas approved volunteer roles for chaplains in schools, but clarified they should not perform mental health tasks; a decision influenced by Texas Senate Bill 763.

Hays County invests in mental health with funding for an additional school counselor and enhanced services for its Mental Health Court Program, addressing the rise in student substance abuse and aiding those with severe mental health challenges.