Health Care Protest at Ted Cruz's Office

"...the repeal of the ACA and the proposed Senate health bill that would decimate coverage for many of the..."

June 26, 2017 Photo Gallery

Society Benefits From Tolls

"...those people who are overweight because of their own unhealthy lifestyle? Would the advocates of "lifestyle" taxation advocate their..."

Sept. 14, 2004 Postmarks

SXSW Panel Explores the Health Care Crisis in a Post-Roe America

Reproductive rights activists talk speaking out

"...“no-go,” now holds the firm belief that abortion is health care. “I have some family that have chosen to..."

March 9, 2024 SXSW Post by Naina Srivastava

Lege Could Cut More Health Care

"...I enjoyed Jordan Smith's article "The War on Women's Health" [News, April 22]. However, I do not think that..."

May 3, 2011 Postmarks

To Your Health

What new discoveries are there in regards to vitamin B-12?

"...recently read that vitamin B-12 is involved in bone health. What other new discoveries are there about vitamin B-12?..."

Dec. 17, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Women's Health: Our Bodies, Their Laws

State Affairs' nine "wise men" decide what's good for Texas women.

"...Women's health and reproductive-rights advocates haven't had much legislative clout since..."

April 11, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Public Benefits, Privatization Problems

Texas Integrated Eligibility Redesign System still fraught with challenges as privately run call centers struggle to handle thousands of needy clients.

"...inaccurate. Groups contracted to enroll children in the Children's Health Insurance Program, like Avance in the Rio Grande Valley,..."

Aug. 4, 2006 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

To Your Health

Even more reasons why vitamin C is good for you

"...to reach the megadoses necessary for the seemingly miraculous benefits...."

Nov. 25, 2005 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I've decided I'm ready to give up coffee and thinking of switching to tea. What are my other options for a replacement?

"...should avoid, but so is theanine, which may have benefits...."

Nov. 15, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is mangosteen really a more powerful antioxidant than blueberries?

"...types of cancer, coronary heart disease, and many other health problems...."

June 9, 2006 Column

To Your Health

Are vitamin E supplements harmful?

"...in the face of several previous studies that indicate benefits from vitamin E supplements...."

Dec. 10, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Are vitamin E supplements harmful?

"...in the face of several previous studies that indicate benefits from vitamin E supplements...."

Dec. 3, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Can any nutrients help fend off an imminent headache?

"...It is important to have realistic expectations of the benefits of nutritional intervention...."

March 26, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Can any nutrients help fend off an imminent headache?

"...It is important to have realistic expectations of the benefits of nutritional intervention...."

March 19, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is the Atkins diet a good option for weight loss?

"...ketosis. They report that ketosis may pose a serious health problem, including an increased risk of kidney stones and..."

June 6, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My mother has been taking 400 IU of vitamin D for several years. She has severe osteoporosis that was still getting worse until she increased her vitamin D supplement to 800 IU per day. What is the safe limit for a vitamin D supplement?

"...The crucial effect of vitamin D is on bone health, but it turns out that vitamin D receptors are..."

Feb. 28, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My bowel habits have been poor all my life, and seem to worsen as I get older. I am well aware of the importance of good elimination. How can I do better?

"...the great healers have noted the connection between good health and proper digestion and elimination, processes that take place..."

Oct. 18, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Sharon Marroquin Benefits

The dance community rallies around one of its own to help with medical expenses

"...All it takes for the crushing costs of health care to hit home is for someone you know..."

Oct. 8, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Study: Everyone Benefits From Pre-K

If Texas improved and expanded its prekindergarten program to include all children, state would get $8 back for every $1 invested, new research indicates

"...have degrees in early childhood education, and provides some health services and parental outreach...."

July 13, 2007 News Feature by Michael May

To Your Health

Is SOD available in food or do I need to get it in a supplement? I've been reading that it's a great free-radical neutralizer.

"...is the form with the best reputation for producing benefits. However, since it is made from cow liver, it..."

March 24, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is eating chocolate beneficial to my health?

"...to catch up with publicity, and whether the proposed benefits will translate into real benefits for chocolate lovers is..."

Sept. 9, 2005 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is it a good idea to take aspirin every day?

"...typically require weeks of regular use to produce noticeable benefits, but seldom produce any ill effects. For instance, a..."

Nov. 12, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I sometimes feel calmer after drinking green tea despite its caffeine content. Could it be the theanine in the tea?

"...The benefits of theanine do not end with its recognized calming..."

July 4, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My mother's menopause was tough on the whole family, but that was 22 years ago. I am only 36, and I hope there are better ways of dealing with menopause by now. Can I prepare for this time of my life?

"...or minor fatigue, but otherwise seems to provide only benefits. Be sure to use the progesterone that is identical..."

Aug. 24, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

What is conjugated linoleic acid? I found it on the Internet among the new cancer therapies, but I thought linoleic acid was bad if you have cancer.

"...is supplemented at about twice the level that provides benefits...."

April 20, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I feel very blessed to come from a family that lives long and generally healthy lives. I am 40 and still feel good, but my doctor recommended I take an aspirin tablet every day to prevent heart problems. What are the pros and cons?

"...come from a family that lives long and generally healthy lives. I am 40 and still feel good, but..."

April 6, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Austin City Council Wants to Help Workers Put Their Health First

Sick? Stay home.

"...stay home – by helping them file for unemployment benefits (including those made available to contract workers during the..."

May 22, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Cacao's Energy-Boosting, Health-Enhancing Abilities

"...is being increasingly consumed as a nutrient. Cacao's energy-boosting, health-enhancing abilities have been embraced by the raw foods community..."

Feb. 12, 2008 Postmarks

Willie Nelson Concert Benefits Medical Marijuana

"...know that gave written testimony to the state public health committee on how marijuana would allow me to stop..."

Aug. 1, 2007 Postmarks

To Your Health

What is the difference between l-glutamine and glutamine, and the same for the other amino acids?

"...One D-amino acid has been proposed to have benefits in the human body, not for protein synthesis but..."

June 23, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

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