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19 of 20 US counties with lowest health insurance coverage located in Texas

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2025-01-05 12:48:00

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A recent study by SmartAsset revealed that many individuals are opting out of health insurance to save money. It ranked U.S. counties by the percentage of people under 65 without health coverage, with 19 of the top 20 counties being in Texas. In 2024, Hidalgo County had the highest uninsured rate at 32%, followed by Cameron and Webb counties. The study also highlighted counties with the lowest number of primary care physicians, such as Orange County, where 6,053 residents share one doctor. Additionally, Tom Green County saw a significant increase in its uninsured rate from 2023 to 2024.

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Georgetown wildlife rehab caring for more than 500 animals, many taken in after Texas floods

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www.kxan.com – Abigail Jones – 2025-07-10 12:34:00

SUMMARY: Devastating floods in Texas have caused significant damage and at least 120 deaths, with many still missing. Central Texas wildlife is struggling too. All Things Wild Rehabilitation in Georgetown is caring for over 500 animals affected by the floods, including orphaned, injured, and displaced wildlife. The nonprofit urgently needs donations, volunteers, and more land to continue its work. They have already admitted nearly as many animals in 2025 as all of last year, emphasizing the ongoing impact of extreme weather. All Things Wild provides extensive care and safely releases animals back into natural habitats. They encourage public support and offer guidance for reporting injured wildlife.

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Louisiana woman ‘blessed’ to be alive after being struck by lightning outside her home

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www.kxan.com – Ethan Goode – 2025-07-09 22:15:00

SUMMARY: Rebekah Prevost of Baton Rouge was struck by lightning on July 3 while running from her vehicle to her home during a storm. The lightning hit a cedar tree near her house, traveled through the ground, up her foot, and exited her head. She sustained a broken jaw on both sides, a burn on her left hand, bruised knees, a ruptured ear membrane, a scalp injury, and burnt hair. Prevost was hospitalized for four days and is now recovering with ongoing pain and fatigue. Her recovery will take six to eight weeks, requiring rest and soft foods. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist with her medical expenses.

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Texas flood disaster death toll continues to climb

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2025-07-09 18:23:00

SUMMARY: The Texas flood disaster death toll has risen to 118, with over 170 still missing, mostly in Kerr County, which suffered severe destruction including 36 children among the fatalities. Officials face growing scrutiny over delayed flood warnings and the lack of a flood alert system. Rescue crews continue to work tirelessly amid debris piles along the Guadalupe River. A local father with his three sons shared a harrowing survival story after quickly evacuating their flooded RV. Governor Greg Abbott ordered flags at half-staff. Recovery efforts will take months or years, with more than $3 million raised for relief. Questions remain about preparedness and response delays.

The death toll in the Texas flood disaster has climbed to 118. More than 170 people are still missing. Officials in Kerr County, which faced the worst of the destruction, said 95 people were found dead there. Including 36 children. City and county leaders say their crews have been working non-stop. Working through their off days to locate the missing.

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