CDC panel suggests changing vaccine recommendations
New vaccine advisers appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have voiced their thoughts on guidelines for COVID vaccines among others.
New vaccine advisers appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have voiced their thoughts on guidelines for COVID vaccines among others.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel changes COVID-19 shot guidelines
For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.
For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.
Tyson Foods to remove corn syrup, other additives from these popular brands
Tyson Foods, one of the largest food companies in the U.S. says it’s removing five chemical additives from its most popular brands, including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and more.
Tyson Foods, one of the largest food companies in the U.S. says it’s removing five chemical additives from its most popular brands, including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and more.
RFK Jr.'s advisory panel recommends new restrictions on MMRV vaccines
Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.
Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.
New blood test can detect early signs of ALS, study finds
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
More Houstonians are saving lives by becoming blood stem cell donors
Last year, Houston had the third-highest number of blood stem cell donors in the country. That generosity is giving people with blood cancers and diseases a new lease on life.
Last year, Houston had the third-highest number of blood stem cell donors in the country. That generosity is giving people with blood cancers and diseases a new lease on life.
Acupuncture helps with chronic low back pain in older adults, study finds
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
Breakfast timing may hold the key to living longer, new research reveals
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Study: Social media can influence drug addiction among teens
A Columbia University study says half of teens who see drug-related content on social media are more likely to try the substance themselves. FOX 26's Abigail Dye explains how drug dealers use social media, and she spoke to a teen recovering from addiction.
A Columbia University study says half of teens who see drug-related content on social media are more likely to try the substance themselves. FOX 26's Abigail Dye explains how drug dealers use social media, and she spoke to a teen recovering from addiction.
Latest 'MAHA' childhood disease report 'lacks details,' critics say
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness month and Dr. Lynette Averill with The Menninger Clinic discusses the importance of this month.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness month and Dr. Lynette Averill with The Menninger Clinic discusses the importance of this month.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Secy. RFK Jr. testifies on Capitol Hill for 'MAHA' initiatives
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr is under fire for recent actions for the "Make America Healthy Again" agenda.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr is under fire for recent actions for the "Make America Healthy Again" agenda.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Vision impaired kids gifted life-changing devices through UH College of Optometry
A life-changing partnership between the University of Houston College of Optometry and Sight Savers America helps transforms children's lives by offering the gift of cutting edge vision technology.
A life-changing partnership between the University of Houston College of Optometry and Sight Savers America helps transforms children's lives by offering the gift of cutting edge vision technology.