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Texas’ big health priorities — dementia research, food labeling and ivermectin — have hit roadblocks
By Terri Langford, The Texas Tribune at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Last year, Texas became the first state to require warning labels on thousands of food and beverages containing common 44 dyes or additives, cleared the way for ivermectin to be sold without a prescription and approved a $3 billion fund for dementia research. All three were headline-making in the...
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Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The roadblocks facing Texas' high-profile health initiatives have significant implications for Terrell Hills residents, who will be closely watching the developments in dementia research. With a sizable senior population, the community has a vested interest in seeing the $3 billion fund yield tangible results, such as improved care options and support services for families affected by dementia. The delay in implementing warning labels on food and beverages containing certain dyes or additives may also resonate with local parents and health-conscious consumers, who may be eager to make informed choices about the products they purchase. As the state works to overcome these obstacles, Terrell Hills residents will be looking for updates on how these initiatives will ultimately impact their daily lives and the well-being of their community. The city's health-focused businesses and organizations may also be affected by the outcome of these efforts.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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