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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 The San Antonio
The roadblocks facing Texas' high-profile health initiatives have significant implications for San Antonio residents, particularly those affected by dementia. The $3 billion fund for dementia research, a major breakthrough at the time of its approval, was expected to bring new opportunities for local research institutions and healthcare providers. However, with the fund's progress now stalled, San Antonio's sizable elderly population may face continued uncertainty about access to cutting-edge treatments and care. Furthermore, the delay in implementing warning labels on food and beverages containing certain dyes or additives may leave local consumers without crucial information to make informed decisions about their diets. As the state's initiatives navigate these challenges, San Antonio residents will be watching closely to see how these roadblocks are addressed and what impact they will have on the community's health and wellbeing. Local healthcare advocates and researchers will likely be key players in pushing these initiatives forward.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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