Health

Food safety experts say contaminated water in farm fields is a likely culprit. But questions still remain about the current outbreak.

The HEARD Coalition is a local advocacy group that provides substance response and prevention resources for young people in the community. Our Samantha Larned reports that to help with its response, the group – along with other prevention groups – are seeking public response on mental health, substance use, and health access challenges. You can find a link to the survey here. The US will resume imports of Mexican cattle on August 24th, easing a yearlong trade disruption that tightened livestock supplies and pushed costs higher across the beef industry. Reporter Stephania Corpi has more on how this news is bringing relief to Mexican Ranchers and US feedlots.

Texas has seen around 100 cases of cyclospora since May. The parasite has been making headlines as it is known for causing explosive diarrhea. Our Samantha Larned has more from a local expert on best practices and what to be aware of. A 5.0 earthquake rattled parts of the Panhandle yesterday near the town of Spearman.

As a heatwave approaches Lubbock, The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center warns about the risk of dehydration. Our Riley Wilson reports on what to look out for. People who claim the popular weedkiller Roundup caused their cancer now have fewer legal options after the Supreme Court sided with the product’s manufacturer last month. Harvest Public Media’s Jess Savage explains the ruling overturns an earlier decision from a Missouri court.

The New World screwworm parasite has been in Mexico for more than a year and a half. Now that it's crossed the border, the United States could turn south for direction.

The Texas Medical Association has concerns about how prediction market platforms, like Kalshi and Polymarket, could lead more young adults to develop gambling addictions. The organization wants state lawmakers to implement regulations on the new trend, including restricting platforms for people under 21 years old.

Cases of cyclosporiasis, an infection caused by microscopic parasites, are being tracked in the state. Here's what to know and how to avoid this nasty stomach tourist.

In cities across the U.S., parades were canceled and events were delayed because of the heat. Meanwhile, emergency rooms saw a high number of people with heat-related illnesses.

Heat-related illnesses have been rising throughout the year in the region, according to the CDC. Our Riley Wilson has more from a local expert about how to prepare for heat exposure and how to respond in the event of an adverse heat reaction.

Parkinson’s is the world’s fastest growing neurological disorder. Experts worry that people living and working in pesticide-laden agricultural regions are especially at risk.