Health

How Does Government Spending Connect to Health Outcomes?

A new county-level analysis seeks to connect spending on things like parks, libraries and more to health outcomes.

CHIP’s Uncertain Future and Its Impact in Houston and Texas

County by county enrollment numbers show how many children would be affected if Congress fails to find long-term funding for the health insurance program.

Report: An Uneven Recovery After Harvey Threatens to Leave People Behind

Falling behind on bills, dealing with new health problems and other effects of the storm continue to plague the Texas Gulf Coast.

Harvey Recovery Raises Questions of Health Equity in Houston

"We are not taking care of the things that actually lead to healthy people, healthy families and healthy communities."

Who's Really Getting the Benefit? The Impact of Gentrification on Health

Gentrification can mean more green space and other amenities tied to health. But for whom?