Evan MacDonald
Houston Chronicle
Houston, TX, United States
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Many are turning to delta-8 as a marijuana alternative. Here’s how they compare.
Research has suggested that delta-8 is less potent than classic delta-9 THC, the major psychoactive compound in cannabis. → Read More
Is norovirus common on cruise ships? How many people really get sick
Outbreaks on cruise ships seem routine, but the CDC says the truth is they’re relatively infrequent. They do happen, though, and there are ways to protect yours → Read More
Canned liquor cocktails could be sold at Texas grocery stores, even on Sundays, with new bill
The new bills treat canned cocktails like beer, wine, and hard seltzers, which may be sold at grocery stores and convenience stores any day of the week. → Read More
Losing sleep with Daylight Saving Time change could be bad for your heart. Here's what will help.
One study found an increase in heart attacks after losing an hour of sleep, while another found a higher rates of strokes after a time change. → Read More
Houston Zoo welcomes waddle of Humboldt penguins ahead of Galápagos exhibit opening
The 10 Humboldt penguins arrived at the Houston Zoo last month and will be a centerpiece of the Galápagos Islands exhibit that opens April 7. → Read More
Houston allergies, cold or COVID? How to tell the difference
An expert explains how to tell whether your symptoms are allergies or something else, like the common cold, the flu or COVID-19. → Read More
Peppa Pig Theme Park coming to Dallas-Forth Worth area
The theme park based on the popular British TV show for preschoolers is expected to open next year in North Richland Hills. → Read More
Avoid these allergy medications if you have high blood pressure or a heart condition
Certain medications can raise blood pressure, which can be a problem for someone who already has high blood pressure or a heart condition. → Read More
Texas woman kept 8-foot alligator as pet after taking egg from zoo 20 years ago, officials say
A Texas Parks and Wildlife warden found the American alligator at a Caldwell County home and learned a woman had been keeping it as a pet for 20 years. → Read More
U.S. sues Exxon Mobil for racial discrimination after 5 nooses found at Louisiana complex
The lawsuit accuses Exxon Mobil of failing to take corrective action after the nooses were found at a Baton Rouge complex. → Read More
Colon cancer rising in younger adults, being found later: report
Adults younger than 55 accounted for 20 percent of all colorectcal cancer cases diagnosed in 2019, according to the American Cancer Society. → Read More
Novel heart treatment helped Texas couple celebrate 70th anniversary
A non-invasive method for fixing a leaky mitral valve helped Murray and Joyce Norman celebrate their 70th anniversary last month in El Campo. → Read More
Study: Low-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack, stroke risk
Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic found an association between erythritol, a popular alternative sweetener, and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. → Read More
From boot blisters to allergies, here's how to avoid ailments during Houston Rodeo season
Don't let your Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo experience be spoiled by allergies or other ailments. Experts offer some tips for staying healthy. → Read More
Houston's air quality graded 'unhealthy' Monday as haze develops over downtown
The city's air quality was graded "unhealthy" due to a high presence of particulate matter in the air. → Read More
Popularity of Ozempic weight loss trend frustrates diabetic patients
Ozempic is intended to treat type 2 diabetes, but its side effect of causing weight loss has led to off-label use. Now diabetes patients and doctors are struggl → Read More
A Houston woman with low vision is regaining her independence
Glaucoma led to the loss of Donshae Hillary's eye while she was in prison. Low vision rehab and AI technology are helping the Houston native to be resilient. → Read More
Prostate cancer treatment helped him return to the Houston rodeo
Testing before a knee replacement uncovered Christopher French's prostate cancer.... → Read More
Houston firefighter helps Texas 'brother' find birth mom in Chile
Houston firefighter Tyler Graf's story of finding his biological mother in Chile made international headlines. He helped a fellow Texas firefighter do the same. → Read More
An Air Force veteran became the first heart transplant patient at the Houston VA
Air Force veteran and Texas resident John Graves is "recovering well" after the Jan. 15 surgery, his cardiologist said. → Read More