Opinion: Fighting for Diversity in the Face of New Challenges

A doctoral student and NIH-funded scholar addresses the devastating implications of Trump’s recent executive order to dismantle DEI initiatives

"...National Institutes of Health. As a doctoral student and NIH-funded scholar, this directive threatens the core of my academic..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Column by Obi Onyegesi

About AIDS

Heavy lies the condom

"...In late July, a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study on the effectiveness of condoms concluded that "male..."

Aug. 10, 2001 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Voices From the Front

"...demonstrations against the headquarters of the FDA and the NIH or the New York Stock Exchange, for instance --..."

June 19, 1992 Movie Review by Kathleen Maher

The Psychedelic Renaissance and the Veterans Leading the Charge

Psychedelic healing around Austin and beyond

"...behavior. Just putting myself in dangerous situations with a nihilistic sort of view. I wasn’t necessarily suicidal in my..."

July 5, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Eugenic Circus Comes to Town

A Downtown hotel is hosting a natalist, eugenics-aligned conference in December. Why Austin?

"...Razib Khan – one of two conference speakers with..."

Nov. 3, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

A Way Back to Tenderness

Writing workshops serve Austin's aging and their caregivers

"...But does all that translate to better physical health?..."

Dec. 27, 2013 Arts Feature by Amy Gentry

Texas Maternal Mortality Task Force Hasn’t Counted Abortion Death Cases for 10 Years

Committee members discovered longtime omission this year

"...One study found that globally, roughly 68,000 women die..."

March 22, 2024 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

About Aids

"...study results are just coming in. Recently Congress ordered NIH to upgrade OAM to a full-fledged center and provided..."

Jan. 8, 1999 Column

Building Brains and Resilience at SXSW

Researchers illuminate the front lines of neuroscience today

"...Now, however, stem cells are changing the equation –..."

March 7, 2025 News Feature by Abe Asher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...that comes, at least on the biomedical side, from NIH funding. It’s the backbone of all of the American..."

Feb. 14, 2025 News Feature

Closing the COVID Gap at AISD

Post-pandemic, not enough students can read well. How do we get out of this ditch?

"...That’s a problem because all subsequent learning, including subjects..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin Milk Bank Surpasses 10 Million Ounces Dispensed

The only accredited nonprofit milk bank in Central Texas isn’t slowing down

"...Humans have been wet nursing for thousands of years,..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Opinion: How to Stop Drug Overdoses in Austin

An overdose prevention center could dramatically reduce overdose rates

"...OPCs save lives while also supporting a healthier community...."

Aug. 5, 2022 Column by Claire Zagorski

The AggreGAYtor: June 21

What happened today in gay? Here’s your QILTBAG recap of queer news.

"...NIH makes progress on LGBTI health issues...."

June 20, 2013 Qmmunity Post

About AIDS

Possible treatment for facial wasting

"...improved option toward its resolution. For added information, check www.aidsinfo.nih.gov/drugs/htmldrug_nt.asp?int_id=0403 or www.facialwasting.org...."

Nov. 12, 2004 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...of evidence! But, OK, for a single source, try: www.niaid.nih.gov/spotlight/hiv00/default.htm...."

June 30, 2000 Column

About AIDS

The herb St. John's Wort could be dangerous in combination with some HIV drugs.

"...For details, see The Lancet, 2/12/00; or go to http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/feb2000/wgmcc-10.htm..."

Feb. 25, 2000 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Federal Medical Marijuana Studies Finally Move Forward

about AIDS

"...passed peer review at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for their study protocol, "Short Term Effects of Cannabinoids..."

Jan. 23, 1998 Column

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...A public health researcher at Harvard told WaPo: “Banning NIH-funded researchers from publishing in leading medical journals and requiring..."

May 30, 2025 News Feature

Eugenics Controversy Looms Over Natal Conference at UT’s AT&T Center

Speakers decry low birth rates, while some promote pseudoscience

"...A conference promoting pro-natalism – a belief in maximizing..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Lucciana Choueiry

The Luv Doc: Forgetful Husband

Wherein the Luv Doc contemplates the original cause of blunt force head trauma

"...the incidence in the general population? Well, probably the NIH, but they’re 86’d thanks to the Head Injury currently..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

Can This Texan’s Inexplicable Crime Actually Be Explained?

His attorneys say yes

"...Many death row cases illustrate this illogic. One such..."

Feb. 7, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Opinion: A Vision for Alcohol Liberation This Dry January

The sober revolution can begin here in Austin

"...Not just binge drinkers, but also those who drink..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by Joe West

Psychedelics Make You Die Better

At least these academics say so

"...In opening the Within Center, Naylor is part of..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Features Feature by Brant Bingamon

Literacy Is a Problem for Austin Kids. To Fight the Summer Slide, Libraries Have Incentives.

Librarians recommend kids read 10 hours each summer

"...That kind of data makes the work of summer..."

Aug. 16, 2024 News Feature by Abe Asher

Tuberculosis Has Broken Out in Texas Prison System

Advocates and families say there are dozens of active cases

"...Tuberculosis is a deadly respiratory disease associated with 19th-century..."

July 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Sherine Thomas Unseats Incumbent in Family-Focused 353rd Court, Takes On Backlog

She aims to have streamlined court processes in the first six months

"...Sherine Thomas is a believer in the American dream,..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Austin Pets Alive! Joins Campaign to Save Puppies From Parvo

APA! will educate dog owners about canine parvovirus

"...Parvo is a highly contagious disease that is diagnosed..."

Jan. 24, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Feds Approve Texas’ Plan to Expand Medicaid to Postpartum Moms

Texas is one of the last states to offer new moms coverage

"...As for the work left to do, Howard told..."

Jan. 17, 2024 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Austin Plans Its First All Abilities Playground on Onion Creek

The right to play

"..."Recognizing that most playgrounds aren't designed for everyone, the..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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