Harris County judge on mental health crisis
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is back on the job after taking time to focus on her mental health in an out-of-state treatment facility. Now she's facing a lawsuit from Houstonians claiming her health concerns make her unfit for the job, but she tells FOX 26 Morning Anchor and Medical Reporter Melissa Wilson, that she now feels stronger than ever and hopes to help others dealing with mental health issues.
1-on-1 with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo following mental health crisis
FOX 26’s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she’s doing after taking a break from the office.
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Back-to-school mental health resources
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Alief ISD mental health resources
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Opening up about how depression affects women
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Loneliness could be the next health crisis
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Galveston County makes historic investment in mental health
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Houston named among top 15 most stressed cities in America, study says
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