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A mental health counselor at Parkland Hospital says the health benefits are so great, she often "prescribes" volunteer work to some of her patients.
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A mental health counselor at Parkland Hospital says the health benefits are so great, she often "prescribes" volunteer work to some of her patients.
Advocates sent a letter Thursday regarding the issue to Cindy Stormer and her lawyer requesting Stormer pull the petition to have Hawk removed.
Jail regulators in Texas say they are changing mental health screenings for inmates following the death this summer of Sandra Bland in a rural county lockup.
It is an irony that troubles health care providers and policymakers nationwide. Even as public awareness of mental illness increases, a shortage of psychiatrists worsens.
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The head of jail oversight in Texas wants to revise mental health screenings in county lockups following the death of Sandra Bland.
A Texas Army veteran with mental health issues who got over the White House fence and inside the executive mansion has been sentenced Tuesday to 17 months in prison.
When Demi Lovato was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, she was relieved. "Growing up, I felt very, very depressed," she said. Lovato was raised in the Dallas area.
The Grant Halliburton Foundation and the North Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians are launching a vital new community resource accessible through two different websites.
The Grant Halliburton Foundation and the North Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians are launching a vital new community resource accessible through two different websites.
As more and more people continue to move into North Texas health experts say the need for mental health services are increasing at an alarming rate.
Mental health advocates question if there is a better way for police to respond to calls involving the mentally ill.
Long gone are the days when mental health was a taboo subject in major league locker rooms, and the days of a lone sports psychologist even appear to be waning.
In Dallas, a person with mental health problems that included bipolar disorder was killed by officers responding to a disturbance call, while another was seriously wounded in a separate shooting.
After several days of evidence focused on the mental health of the former Marine accused in the fatal shootings of "American Sniper" author Chris Kyle and his friend, the trial of Eddie Routh is set to resume Monday.
Exercise is proven to have both physical and mental health benefits. Sian Beilock, author of "How the Body Knows Its Mind," shares five surprising mental benefits of exercise.
The Veterans Coalition of North Central Texas bridges the gap between public, private and not-for-profit organizations to assist veterans and their families reintegrate back into civilian life. VCNCT helps veterans through four initiatives: employment, mental health, housing and education. Click here for more information.
Officials say no one was hurt when the city sanitation vehicle detached from a tow truck and emergency crews responded.
Police said the victim, whose name hasn't been released, was transported to the hospital for treatment but died hours later from their injuries.
The reading list will take effect starting in 2030.
The 3-year-old giraffe was spotted Friday morning about four miles south of the ranch where she lives.
As California Gov. Gavin Newsom eyes a 2028 presidential bid, he's calling for a national tax on billionaires and a public stake in AI, though he opposes a state ballot measure to tax billionaires.
Officials say no one was hurt when the city sanitation vehicle detached from a tow truck and emergency crews responded.
Police said the victim, whose name hasn't been released, was transported to the hospital for treatment but died hours later from their injuries.
The reading list will take effect starting in 2030.
The 3-year-old giraffe was spotted Friday morning about four miles south of the ranch where she lives.
As California Gov. Gavin Newsom eyes a 2028 presidential bid, he's calling for a national tax on billionaires and a public stake in AI, though he opposes a state ballot measure to tax billionaires.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
One year after catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country, Texas has installed new flood warning sirens in some areas, but an I-Team investigation found large parts of the state still lack outdoor warning systems.
Federal officials are warning that one of the world's largest sporting events could bring more than soccer fans.
Donald Mercer was sentenced to 300 days behind bars for soliciting sex from a woman he arrested.
While FIFA is expected to make billions on the tournament, local cities are spending millions to host.
As California Gov. Gavin Newsom eyes a 2028 presidential bid, he's calling for a national tax on billionaires and a public stake in AI, though he opposes a state ballot measure to tax billionaires.
A judge on Thursday ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why it can't do so.
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
All military branches began requiring recruits to get flu vaccines earlier this month, an exception to Pete Hegseth's decision to lift the military's vaccine mandate, a Pentagon official said.
Most Americans expect data centers to negatively impact the environment, local resources, although some see economic benefits
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
The bank is closing a call center at its Plano campus and laying off 244 workers as part of a consolidation effort.
Mayor Eric Johnson said in an announcement is considering Dallas for a new hub that could bring thousands of jobs to the metroplex.
The city of Plano is on a roll, and Mayor John Muns said the key to the city's successes comes down to customer service.
Despite the costs and rules, fans are excited for the World Cup madness that's finally taking off.
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Jerry Jones has vehemently rejected calls to put up curtains during NFL games, but FIFA was taking no chances.
The Wings were looking for their first sweep of the Aces since 2018 after winning the first two, both at Dallas.
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
Dallas FBI says drone confiscations are ongoing; the fines are stiff, too.
Daizen Maeda gave Japan the lead and Anthony Elanga took it away six minutes later, giving Sweden a 1-1 draw that sent both teams to the knockout round of the World Cup.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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