Dr. Padmanee Sharma of MD Anderson disputes allegations in a lawsuit claiming she stole a junior scientist's research, calling on a third-party review supporting her contributions and seeking to dismiss the $5 million suit.

Houston is facing a surge in PCP-linked DWI cases, with the substance found in 16% of such incidents from 2013 to 2018, raising public safety concerns.

A junior faculty member at MD Anderson Cancer Center has sued a senior scientist for taking credit for her cancer research, seeking $5 million and correct attribution.

Houston's Health Museum offers a unique Valentine's Day event, including a heart dissection and dinner, facilitated by Dr. Jonathan Zalamea for $100 per person.

Libbie Lambert, a 16-year-old with arthrogryposis, aims to be an NFL coach and serves as an ambassador at the East-West Shrine Bowl, highlighting her resilience and the impact of Shriners Children's Hospital.

The article discusses a study indicating that Texas' near-total abortion ban has resulted in an estimated 26,000 rape-related pregnancies, with many women likely seeking abortions out-of-state or using self-managed methods.

VP Kamala Harris criticized Texas' abortion laws following a study on rape-related pregnancies, calling the laws "immoral" and vowing to fight for women's health rights.

Texas sees its first rise in teen birth rates in 15 years, with a significant increase among Hispanic women, possibly linked to the state's restrictive abortion laws.

Mental health workers at The Harris Center in Houston are working to unionize, supported by local leaders, to improve conditions amid tough state labor laws.

Healthcare for the Homeless Houston has launched a street medicine initiative to provide healthcare directly to the homeless, emphasizing trust-building and continuous care.

Scientists at Rice University have developed "molecular jackhammers" that destroy cancer cells, with lab tests showing high efficacy, though not yet ready for human trials.

Texas law, House Bill 114, enforces disciplinary actions on students for vaping, with over 1,300 Houston-area students affected, stirring debate about its impact on education.

Texas faces a surge in respiratory illnesses, with a post-holiday increase in flu and COVID-19 cases, and concerns over the JN.1 COVID-19 subvariant. Health officials stress vaccination and testing.