What the end of Roe v. Wade would mean for Texas’ past, current and future abortion laws
A trigger law making abortion illegal would go into effect within 30 days after the repeal of Roe v. Wade. An older law could hold people who get abortions criminally liable — but it’s unclear whether it would still apply.
A trigger law making abortion illegal would go into effect within 30 days after the repeal of Roe v. Wade. An older law could hold people who get abortions criminally liable — but it’s unclear whether it would still apply.
Roe v. Wade: Texas officials weigh in on potential Supreme Court decision
Some top Texas officials have weighed in on the leaked draft majority opinion that signals that the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide.
Some top Texas officials have weighed in on the leaked draft majority opinion that signals that the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide.
Hundreds of US urban areas will become rural with new criteria
More than 1,300 urban areas will now be designated rural.
More than 1,300 urban areas will now be designated rural.
LifeGift president and CEO discusses misconceptions and facts about organ donation
FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires speaks with LifeGift President and CEO Kevin Myer for Pediatric Transplant Awareness Month
FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires speaks with LifeGift President and CEO Kevin Myer for Pediatric Transplant Awareness Month
Texas MS 150 returns, as thousands of cyclists raise millions to fight multiple sclerosis
For the first time, since before the COVID-19 pandemic, cyclists are ready to set out for the annual Texas MS 150 fundraising bike tour to raise money in the fight against multiple sclerosis.
For the first time, since before the COVID-19 pandemic, cyclists are ready to set out for the annual Texas MS 150 fundraising bike tour to raise money in the fight against multiple sclerosis.
Parents donate toddler's organs to help give other families a second chance at life
Although his life was cut short, 1-year-old Rylen Cowen continues to make a huge impact on many. Rylen's parents made the selfless decision to donate his organs, so other families could have their miracle.
Although his life was cut short, 1-year-old Rylen Cowen continues to make a huge impact on many. Rylen's parents made the selfless decision to donate his organs, so other families could have their miracle.
Obesity drug helped people lose over 20% of body weight in trials, drugmaker says
A new experimental drug could be a game-changer in treating obesity if clinical trials prove true, experts say.
A new experimental drug could be a game-changer in treating obesity if clinical trials prove true, experts say.
New study suggest excessive cell phone use could increase risk of Alzheimer?s
Researchers say constant exposure to network radiation can have a strong "magnetic and electric impact" on the body, which then could trigger a reaction in the brain that scientists say is a clear sign of Alzheimer's.
Researchers say constant exposure to network radiation can have a strong "magnetic and electric impact" on the body, which then could trigger a reaction in the brain that scientists say is a clear sign of Alzheimer's.
Breast cancer survivor gets treatment for another decade-long health mystery
Tiffeny Morrow was diagnosed with panic attacks, following her breast cancer treatments, but she found a doctor at UTHealth/Memorial Hermann, who helped her realize that anxiety had nothing to do with her serious problem.
Tiffeny Morrow was diagnosed with panic attacks, following her breast cancer treatments, but she found a doctor at UTHealth/Memorial Hermann, who helped her realize that anxiety had nothing to do with her serious problem.
Breast cancer survivor gets treatment for another decade-long health mystery
Tiffeny Morrow was diagnosed with panic attacks, following her breast cancer treatments, but she found a doctor at UTHealth/Memorial Hermann, who helped her realize that anxiety had nothing to do with her serious problem.
Tiffeny Morrow was diagnosed with panic attacks, following her breast cancer treatments, but she found a doctor at UTHealth/Memorial Hermann, who helped her realize that anxiety had nothing to do with her serious problem.
Army overhauls parenthood, pregnancy and postpartum policies
The changes, which impact over 400,000 parents within the total force, were inspired by a grassroots effort from soldiers.
The changes, which impact over 400,000 parents within the total force, were inspired by a grassroots effort from soldiers.
MD Anderson receives more than $10 million in grants for cancer research
The grants were funded by Break Through Cancer, which is part of $50 million in grants made to teams across five cancer research centers
The grants were funded by Break Through Cancer, which is part of $50 million in grants made to teams across five cancer research centers
Why telemedicine is not enough to address racial health disparities
Health disparities existed before COVID-19; and according to experts at the University of Houston, while telemedicine looked to bridge that gap, it’s simply not enough.
Health disparities existed before COVID-19; and according to experts at the University of Houston, while telemedicine looked to bridge that gap, it’s simply not enough.
University of Houston-led study says telemedicine does not fully address racial health disparities
Dr. Omolola Adepoju, a clinical associate professor at the University of Houston led research for a new study that suggests while telemedicine looked to bridge health disparities affecting communities of color, it didn't bridge the gap as people had hoped.
Dr. Omolola Adepoju, a clinical associate professor at the University of Houston led research for a new study that suggests while telemedicine looked to bridge health disparities affecting communities of color, it didn't bridge the gap as people had hoped.
Clinical psychologist breaks down racial, health disparities
Dr. Luis Medina, a clinical psychologist and cultural neuropsychologist who specializes in cognitive aging, and neurogenerative diseases like Alzheimer's as well as health disparities explains the different factors that affect communities of color limiting access to proper health care.
Dr. Luis Medina, a clinical psychologist and cultural neuropsychologist who specializes in cognitive aging, and neurogenerative diseases like Alzheimer's as well as health disparities explains the different factors that affect communities of color limiting access to proper health care.
Chiropractor claims she has cured more than 1,000 people from loss of taste, smell
A countless number of people are still dealing with the loss of taste and smell from COVID-19. We're checking-back in with a chiropractor from The Woodlands who says she has cured more than a thousand people by performing a simple adjustment.
A countless number of people are still dealing with the loss of taste and smell from COVID-19. We're checking-back in with a chiropractor from The Woodlands who says she has cured more than a thousand people by performing a simple adjustment.
Former state Sen. Wendy Davis challenges Texas abortion law in court
Davis is best known for her 13-hour filibuster against another restrictive abortion law in 2013. Now, she’s suing to block enforcement of Texas’ current ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.
Davis is best known for her 13-hour filibuster against another restrictive abortion law in 2013. Now, she’s suing to block enforcement of Texas’ current ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.
Dr. William Husel found not guilty in 14 Ohio patient deaths
A jury on Wednesday acquitted an Ohio doctor accused of ordering excessive amounts of painkillers that led to multiple patient deaths at a Columbus-area hospital following a weekslong trial.
A jury on Wednesday acquitted an Ohio doctor accused of ordering excessive amounts of painkillers that led to multiple patient deaths at a Columbus-area hospital following a weekslong trial.
Loopholes in No Surprises Act can leave some patients with high bills
Some patients are still getting unexpected medical bills due to loopholes in No Surprises Act. We look at the law, current loopholes, and what you can do to fight a balance bill.
Some patients are still getting unexpected medical bills due to loopholes in No Surprises Act. We look at the law, current loopholes, and what you can do to fight a balance bill.
Parental leave proposal unanimously passed by the City of Houston
Houston City Council voted unanimously to grant parental leave for employees - the first time in the city's history.
Houston City Council voted unanimously to grant parental leave for employees - the first time in the city's history.