Category Archives: Health and Medical
Texas A&M AgriLife Researchers Use CRISPR Technology To Modify Starches In Potatoes
Genetic engineering of potato starch opens doors to industrial uses
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Food Safety Courses On June 6, June 13 In Waco
Certification course for food professionals
Read moreBeating The Summer Heat
AgriLife Extension experts give tips on avoiding heat stress, exhaustion, heatstroke
Read moreTexas A&M AgriLife Experts Recommend Pediatric Advice On Infant Formula
With the shortage of infant formula on store shelves and uncertainty of when there may be new supplies, many people are turning to the internet and social media to find out how to make their own infant formula at home. But, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service personnel are advising worried mothers to check with their pediatricians about alternatives for feeding their infants to avoid nutrient and safety concerns surrounding homemade formulas.
Read moreFive Texas Refineries Polluted Above Federal Limit On Cancer-Causing Benzene Last Year, Report Found
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Benzene is a known human carcinogen, according to the EPA. The Texas refineries were among a dozen industrial plants in the U.S. that emitted the highest levels of the chemical in 2021.
Read moreCreating A Pipeline For Public Health Entomologists
New curriculum, certificates support Center for Excellence for Vector-Borne Diseases
Read moreThe Positive Effects Of Gardening On Mental Health
Experts explain the many psychological benefits of plants and gardening
Read moreNutrition Bingo A Winner For Seniors
AgriLife Extension program brings fun to senior nutrition education
Read moreCDC Removes 24 Percent Of Child COVID-19 Deaths, Thousands Of Others
The CDC has removed tens of thousands of deaths linked to COVID-19, including nearly a quarter of deaths it had listed in those under 18 years old.
Read moreUnderstanding Military-Related Traumatic Brain Injuries Webinar Set March 17
OneOp program for providers serving military families
Read moreBiden Administration Misses Big Chance To Reduce Prescription Drug Costs
President misses chance to help with medicine cost .
Read moreWater Well Owner Training Set March 4 In Luling
Optional well water testing available
Read moreTop Experts Recruited To Lead Institute For Advancing Health Through Agriculture At Texas A&M
New research institute advances efforts to use agriculture, nutrition to improve public health
Read moreFDA Suddenly Scrubs Moderna Document From Website After Reporters Ask Questions
A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) document explaining why the agency approved Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine was removed from the agency’s website overnight after The Epoch Times reviewed the document and sent questions about it to FDA. The document in question offered more details about how regulators reached the approval decision, and included references to an unpublished analysis that found the rates of post-vaccination heart inflammation were higher than any U.S. agency had found before.
Read moreDon’t Go Breakin’ Your Own Heart
Texas A&M AgriLife supports mindful efforts to reduce risk of heart disease during American Heart Month
Read moreWestern Gulf Center Of Excellence Gains Ground Against Vector-Borne Diseases
Texas A&M AgriLife, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences spearhead research, education, extension efforts to protect public health
Read moreResearchers Tackle Salmonella In Bulb Onions
Risk reduction plan aims to mitigate outbreaks, recalls
Read moreThe Pros And Cons Of Calorie Labeling
Human Behavior Lab investigates calorie labeling ‘distance’ and impact on food choices
Read moreMake Mindfulness A Priority For 2022
Taking a holistic approach to health and wellness
Read moreMedicare Changes To Be Covered In Jan. 19 Webinar
Military Families Learning Network continuing education event
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