The City of Houston may soon consider separating the fire department's emergency telehealth program into its own profitable business. On Tuesday, Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Persse and Houston ...

There have been more than a dozen drowning deaths in Houston this year so far, according to the Houston Health Department. Among 163 drowning-related hospital visits, 14 have led to death. Dr. David ...

Dr. David Persse retires this week after nearly three decades as Houston's Health Authority. He reflects on his career challenges, notably the COVID-19 pandemic.

HOUSTON – Days of power outages coupled with low water pressure because of icy weather have left some people wondering when they will be able to get the medical care they need on a regular basis. Dr.

Houston Texans star J.J. Watt and Houston Emergency Medical Services Director Dr. David Persse will receive honorary degrees from Baylor College of Medicine at commencement ceremonies in May. Both ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The city of Houston reported more than 1,500 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, and as the Christmas holiday approaches, the city's health leader has a message for those who ...