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October 2, 2023
Health Advisory: Red Tide Along Texas Gulf Coast

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is notifying the public of a harmful algal .....

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September 29, 2023
Flu Vaccination Recommended as Annual Flu Season Kicks Off in Texas

October 1 is Influenza Awareness Day in Texas, and the Department of State Health Services .....

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September 12, 2023
Fungal Meningitis

DSHS is closing the investigation into cases of fungal meningitis linked to surgery done in .....

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September 6, 2023
EMS Scholarship Program Attracts and Retains Personnel in Texas

The Texas Department of State Health Services’ Emergency Medical Services Scholarship Program has .....

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