“With final exams looming, students took a much-needed break from their rigorous studies to enjoy De-stress Fest, a biannual event hosted by Student Life”.”

FROM: UT Health Newsroom

“Simple Promise Farms in Elgin, TX, is more than just a working farm; it’s a beacon of hope for individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.”

FROM: KXAN

“The Round Rock Fire Department welcomed a new member, Ivy, a six-month-old therapy dog, to help support firefighters’ mental health and wellness.”

FROM: KXAN

“Vered at San Gabriel Wellness & Recovery Center is now open, Director of Business Development Rich Jones said in an email.”

FROM: Community Impact

“Travis County officials highlighted a 36% reduction in deaths involving fentanyl and a 22% decrease in total opioid-related deaths.”

FROM: Community Impact

Thrive Fest on Saturday, April 26 invited youth and families from around Austin to join a day filled with fun, learning, and community support.

FROM: CBS

“The number of cases reported in Texas' historic measles outbreak has risen to 646 cases in 26 counties, as of April 25.”

FROM: The Texas Tribune

“Four hundred pinwheels displayed on a hill on the corner of Peace Avenue and Common Street represent the approximate 8,000 children that the Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County has served over the last 20 years. “

FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung

“A local non-profit counseling center is launching a new service aimed at addressing the growing issue of anxiety, which is now being recorded as frequently as depression.”

FROM: NEWS4SA

“April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, the Center for Child Protection is raising awareness for its campaign, Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe.”

FROM: KXAN

“After Mark Miller died by suicide last week, his story sparked a bigger conversation about mental health care support for veterans.”

FROM: KSAT

“The Austin Police Department announced on Tuesday that it has dedicated $50,000 to help train local mental health counselors providing counseling to survivors of trauma.”

FROM: KXAN

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month.

FROM: KXAN

“The Ecumenical Center has provided education and mental health services at their main campus. Now there are over 40 satellite locations across San Antonio and South Texas.”

FROM: NEWS4SA

“KVUE received an inside look at how the new "DWI and Drug Court" program works and why county leaders say it's so important.”

FROM: KVUE

“If passed, both HB 2528 and HB 1142 could reduce treatment wait times and eliminate cost barriers.”

FROM: ABC News

“Police chiefs emphasize the importance of collaboration in handling mental health crises, advocating for medical intervention over arrests.”

FROM: KENS5

“Senators mulled legislation Tuesday that would authorize an expansive study of Texas’ inpatient psychiatric facilities, capacity and needs.”

FROM: KXAN

“The universities were awarded the money because they were the host schools of the Men’s Final Four.”

FROM: KSAT

“Texas A&M University-San Antonio welcomes Public Health Week with an interactive wellness fair to educate and promote healthy habits. “

FROM: The Mesquite