Clinics, pharmacies to start offering flu shots in September
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There's been all this talk about COVID vaccines but next week, many clinics and pharmacies will start offering flu shots. We speak with an expert on how to prepare for the upcoming 'sick season'

Preventing and treating stress-induced 'inflammaging'
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Stress can show up on the body in a number of ways. One of them is chronic micro-inflammation-induced aging also called "Inflammaging". FOX 26 learns how to prevent and treat it by talking to Dr. Sherry Ingraham with Advanced Dermatology

Harris Co. Judge proposes $30M plan to bring more nurses to local hospitals

During Commissioners Court on Tuesday, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will propose $30 million in funding for hundreds of additional nurses to support hospitals amid the surge in COVID-19.

Understanding mental health for professional athletes
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This year, we have seen several prominent women athletes speak out about mental Naomi Osaka to Houston's own Simone Biles. There's an emphasis on this important issue like never before.

Delta variant showing grim picture with more children hospitalized, doctors worry wave hasn't peaked

Pediatricians at Houston's major hospitals are noticing some drastic changes in COVID-19 and kids because of the Delta variant, including a concerning increase in hospitalizations, even for children without underlying medical conditions.

FDA approves swap for cheaper insulin over pricier brand-name

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.

Texas Children's Hospital reports increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations due to delta variant

With the surge of COVID-19 cases due to the delta variant, Texas Children's Hospital says it's seeing an increase in hospitalization rates as well, especially in the past two weeks.

Free heart screening to be held for children, young adults in Fort Bend County

Two events to help raise awareness for heart health in children and adults up to their mid-20s are set to happen in Fort Bend County. See how you can sign up!

Affordable Care Act open enrollment until August 15
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For those who are uninsured or even if you have the plan, the marketplace allows you to see what type of health insurance you may qualify for.