Health & Wellness

Science vs. Social Media

Should Houstonians Worry About Hantavirus and Ebola? Science Says No.

Texas health experts believe the internet is getting ahead of itself.

06/02/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Somewhere That’s Green

How a Houston Gardener Became One of the Internet’s Most Calming Voices

Marcus Bridgewater—better known as Garden Marcus—uses plants, patience, and a little botanical wisdom to make the internet feel safer.

05/04/2026 By Jef Rouner

Oral History

The Houston School That Built Texas Dentistry

A look at 120 years of UTHealth Houston’s School of Dentistry, where digital innovation, research, and community care continue to shape Texas oral health.

04/02/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Best of the City

Houston’s Top Dentists 2026

In need of a polish? Here are the metro area’s finest dental specialists, as evaluated by their peers.

03/24/2026 By Houstonia Staff

Self-Care

The Best Day Spas and Massage Spots in Houston

These Houston-area spas offer massages, facials, saunas, and full-day escapes designed to help you truly unplug.

01/09/2026 By Uvie Bikomo, Brittany Britto Garley, and Houstonia Staff

Green Miles

Why Houston’s Bayou Greenways Are Ideal Marathon Training Grounds

With 156 miles of connected trails, Houston’s bayou system shapes how local runners train for the Chevron Houston Marathon.

01/05/2026 By Saba Khonsari

Time to relax

The Hidden Texas Spa Less Than Two Hours from Houston

At Ottine Mineral Springs, hot and cold pools bubble up from deep within the Hill Country, offering a luxury wellness escape without the airfare.

12/01/2025 By Gabi De la Rosa

Houston in Formation

Why Houston Can’t Stop Line Dancing

This low-impact tradition is bringing Houstonians together, boosting health, and keeping dance floors packed across the city.

11/24/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley

Best in Care

Houston’s Top Doctors

In need of a medical specialist? Here are Houston's best cardiologists, pediatricians, gynecologists, and more, as chosen by their peers.

09/24/2025 By Houstonia Staff

Local Impact

Houston Farms and Food Banks Reel from Trump’s USDA Funding Cuts

Houston’s food charities and agriculture sectors are left spiraling after budget slashes and policy changes OK’d by the Trump administration.

09/02/2025 By Erica Cheng

Game on

Paddle Up: Here Are Houston's Best Pickleball Spots, Ranked

As the sport soars in popularity, here’s what to know about the best pickleball hot spots in town.

08/14/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Mellanie Perez

Step By 10K Step

Where to Walk 10,000 Steps in Houston—And Why It’s Worth the Sweat

From heart health to longevity, the hype is real. Here's how to hit that number in Houston, even in the heat.

07/11/2025 By Mellanie Perez

Love & Care

A Guide to LGBTQ+-Affirming Care and Resources in Houston

Here’s where the city’s queer community can find judgement-free care.

04/15/2025 By Meredith Nudo and Daniel Renfrow

Sneezing Through It

Why Some People Are Safe from This Awful Allergy Season

Not everyone gets seasonal allergies. And, yeah, it’s not fair.

04/14/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Reasons to Love Houston

Why Thousands Travel to Houston from Out of State to Beat Cancer

The city is a leader in cancer care and research, with more than 40,000 people coming here each year for treatment.

04/07/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

#ToothTok

Local Dentists Are Finding Their Calling on TikTok

Marketing their practice is easier on the app.

03/11/2025 By Mellanie Perez

Staying Healthy

How Bad Has Norovirus Actually Been in Houston?

The winter illness gives your stomach all sorts of problems, from diarrhea to vomiting.

01/22/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Growth Mindset

Texas Medical Center’s Venture Fund Is Opening Doors

Thanks to this Houston-based initiative, health care startups have support to test-run their innovative ideas.

08/13/2024 By Mellanie Perez

Real Talk

How Victoria Hutchins Went from Lawyer to Yoga Influencer and Author

Hutchins has 1 million TikTok followers as the Daily Victorian.

05/09/2024 By Brianna McClane

Hydrate & Energize

IV Therapy Spas in Houston Are Piercing through the Wellness Scene

Everything you need to know about the treatment and where to get it in the city.

04/18/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Houstonia Magazine

Health & Wellness

Should Houstonians Worry About Hantavirus and Ebola? Science Says No.

How a Houston Gardener Became One of the Internet’s Most Calming Voices

Why Houston Can’t Stop Line Dancing

The Hidden Texas Spa Less Than Two Hours from Houston

Why Houston’s Bayou Greenways Are Ideal Marathon Training Grounds

Where to Walk 10,000 Steps in Houston—And Why It’s Worth the Sweat

Should Houstonians Worry About Hantavirus and Ebola? Science Says No.

How a Houston Gardener Became One of the Internet’s Most Calming Voices

The Houston School That Built Texas Dentistry

Houston’s Top Dentists 2026

The Best Day Spas and Massage Spots in Houston

Why Houston’s Bayou Greenways Are Ideal Marathon Training Grounds

The Hidden Texas Spa Less Than Two Hours from Houston

Why Houston Can’t Stop Line Dancing

Houston’s Top Doctors

Houston Farms and Food Banks Reel from Trump’s USDA Funding Cuts

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