Ex-nurse RaDonda Vaught sentenced to probation in patient medication death
A former Tennessee nurse whose medication error killed a patient has been sentenced to three years of probation.
A former Tennessee nurse whose medication error killed a patient has been sentenced to three years of probation.
4 Air Force cadets may not graduate due to vaccine refusal
It's the only military academy, so far, where cadets may not graduate for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
It's the only military academy, so far, where cadets may not graduate for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
Coffee, bar, full legal CBD-THC dispensary in the Heights is one of a kind in America
Many customers say they’ve never seen a place like WILD anywhere in America. WILD is incorporating coffee, cocktails and a full legal CBD and THC dispensary under one roof.
Many customers say they’ve never seen a place like WILD anywhere in America. WILD is incorporating coffee, cocktails and a full legal CBD and THC dispensary under one roof.
Baby formula shortage: Resources for Austin-area moms
Numerous resources are available for Austin-area mothers in need of baby formula as supplies continue to run short.
Numerous resources are available for Austin-area mothers in need of baby formula as supplies continue to run short.
Researchers find cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
SIDS is the unexplained death of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old, typically during sleep, according to the Mayo Clinic. The CDC reports SIDS accounted for 37% of infant deaths in the United States in 2019.
SIDS is the unexplained death of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old, typically during sleep, according to the Mayo Clinic. The CDC reports SIDS accounted for 37% of infant deaths in the United States in 2019.
Alaska mom says baby formula shortage 'creating extra panic' as she launches group for struggling parents
Allie Seckel of Kodiak, Alaska, also revealed how parents can avoid online scams.
Allie Seckel of Kodiak, Alaska, also revealed how parents can avoid online scams.
Treasury Department opens investigation into Abbott’s use of federal funds for border mission
The state has spent around $4 billion on the operations; the Washington Post has reported that around $1 billion in coronavirus aid was used.
The state has spent around $4 billion on the operations; the Washington Post has reported that around $1 billion in coronavirus aid was used.
Searches for vasectomies spike after Supreme Court draft leak of abortion ruling
Daily searches for vasectomies have increased 99% since the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion was published, data from Innerbody Research shows.
Daily searches for vasectomies have increased 99% since the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion was published, data from Innerbody Research shows.
Healthcare workers march at Texas Capitol to demand improved conditions, higher pay
Nurses in Austin and across the country took part in the Million Nurse March on May 12. They say the industry is experiencing an alarming staffing shortage which is putting patients at risk.
Nurses in Austin and across the country took part in the Million Nurse March on May 12. They say the industry is experiencing an alarming staffing shortage which is putting patients at risk.
H-E-B opens its first wellness primary care clinic in Austin
H-E-B officially opened the H-E-B Wellness Primary Care Clinic on Thursday, May 12. The new clinic is located at 8601 South Congress Avenue.
H-E-B officially opened the H-E-B Wellness Primary Care Clinic on Thursday, May 12. The new clinic is located at 8601 South Congress Avenue.
Biden co-hosts 2nd global COVID-19 summit as US nears 1 million deaths
President Joe Biden appealed to world leaders for a renewed international commitment to attacking COVID-19 and ordered flags lowered to half-staff for the tragic milestone.
President Joe Biden appealed to world leaders for a renewed international commitment to attacking COVID-19 and ordered flags lowered to half-staff for the tragic milestone.
Here’s why doctors across the US are prescribing a day in nature for good health
On an intuitive level, connecting with nature makes sense. Humans evolved in an open, natural environment and removing us from this environment could have a negative effect on our health. But what does the research say?
On an intuitive level, connecting with nature makes sense. Humans evolved in an open, natural environment and removing us from this environment could have a negative effect on our health. But what does the research say?
Houston woman becomes nurse in honor of her beloved mother
We're highlighting a local nurse this National Nurse's Week, who unfortunately lost her more than a decade ago, but witnessing her mom's illness prompted her to switch careers and become a nurse.
We're highlighting a local nurse this National Nurse's Week, who unfortunately lost her more than a decade ago, but witnessing her mom's illness prompted her to switch careers and become a nurse.
Naomi Judd died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, daughter says
Naomi Judd died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to daughter Ashley Judd. Ashley appeared on "Good Morning America" to speak out about her mother's death.
Naomi Judd died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to daughter Ashley Judd. Ashley appeared on "Good Morning America" to speak out about her mother's death.
Heroic rescue: Video shows people help Florida driver, stop traffic after medical emergency
Surveillance video captured the moments after a driver reportedly suffered a medical episode and lost control of her vehicle in Florida, and as a number of good Samaritans came to her rescue.
Surveillance video captured the moments after a driver reportedly suffered a medical episode and lost control of her vehicle in Florida, and as a number of good Samaritans came to her rescue.
Most Americans feel short mental health breaks boost their well-being, survey finds
The study revealed that most moms struggle with their mental and emotional health and can't prioritize it because of their dual responsibilities of juggling their jobs and caring for others at home.
The study revealed that most moms struggle with their mental and emotional health and can't prioritize it because of their dual responsibilities of juggling their jobs and caring for others at home.
Baby formula shortage: Which foods and techniques boost breast milk production?
Baby formula is the latest staple to be hit by supply chain shortages in the U.S.
Baby formula is the latest staple to be hit by supply chain shortages in the U.S.
Kendra Scott, Chipotle holding birthday fundraising events for 5-year-old battling rare disease
An Austin family's five-year-old son is battling a rare, fatal disease that currently has no cure. For his 6th birthday, Kendra Scott and Chipotle are holding fundraising events benefiting research into finding a cure for Sanfilippo Syndrome.
An Austin family's five-year-old son is battling a rare, fatal disease that currently has no cure. For his 6th birthday, Kendra Scott and Chipotle are holding fundraising events benefiting research into finding a cure for Sanfilippo Syndrome.
Gun-related deaths reach highest level in 25 years, CDC study found
The CDC was not able to say exactly what caused the surge but believe the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic played a role.
The CDC was not able to say exactly what caused the surge but believe the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic played a role.
COVID-19 lockdowns in China cause global shortage of ‘contrast material’ used for medical imaging
Contrast materials are used to improve the quality of medical images which helps doctors distinguish normal from abnormal conditions in a patient’s body.
Contrast materials are used to improve the quality of medical images which helps doctors distinguish normal from abnormal conditions in a patient’s body.