Texas veterans vow to protect the state’s hemp market as one state lawmaker hopes to crack down

The new delta-8 hemp products, which are widely available, can produce a high similar to marijuana’s. State Sen. Charles Perry said he and his peers never intended for such products to reach the market.

by Allison P. Erickson, The Texas Tribune February 6, 2023April 30, 2024

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UT Health San Antonio will launch new trauma research program with military

The research teams are expected to focus on traumatic brain injury, stem cell research, drug development and anti-shock therapies.

by Allison P. Erickson, The Texas Tribune December 23, 2022June 28, 2024

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Veterans Affairs says it will provide abortions — even in Texas

The VA follows the Department of Defense in providing access to abortion as several states, including Texas, essentially ban the procedure following the U.S. Supreme Court decision ending nationwide protection.

by Allison P. Erickson, The Texas Tribune September 4, 2022November 26, 2024