Harris County Health Department

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September 8, 2011
Yes, That's Wildfire Smoke You're Seeing and Smelling (UPDATE: HISD Cancels/Re-Schedules Some Games)
Photo by GalgenTXThis is the Bastrop fire, but smoke is smoke.The weather here is pretty perfect right now, in terms of heat and humidity. But in terms of dryness, it's still a bitch. You probably noticed a smoky smell this morning and even some haze. And yes, the source is probably what you ... More >>
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December 9, 1999
Bar Fight
Margaret Lindsey has battled bad debt, bad luck and a bunch of men in suits to keep Blondie's open - right in the middle of downtown La Porte
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August 19, 1999
Approaching Death At The County Morgue
For three years as Harris County's chief medical examiner, Dr. Joye Carter has been haunted by controversy. Can she survive?
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February 18, 1999
Blowing Smoke
Government and civic boosters know the way to clean up the air in polluted southeast communities: add another chemical plant
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March 5, 1998
Dissecting Dr. Carter
Harris County's chief pathologist finds herself under the microscope.
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December 26, 1996
Unembraceable You
When it comes to AIDS funding, process takes precedence over children in Harris County
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April 25, 1996
In Denial
As HIV spreads among blacks and Hispanics, agencies that serve those communities say they're being shortchanged
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December 14, 1995
Getting the Lead Out
A Mexican folk remedy stymies attempts to cleanse Houston of a heavy metal