Prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men, study finds
Men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer shouldn't panic or rush treatment decisions unless they're high risk or have more advanced disease, the study says.
Men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer shouldn't panic or rush treatment decisions unless they're high risk or have more advanced disease, the study says.
Allergy season is starting earlier, lasting longer and getting worse, study says
A new study from Climate Central found that plants are leafing and blooming earlier, and the overall growing season is lasting longer across much of the U.S.
A new study from Climate Central found that plants are leafing and blooming earlier, and the overall growing season is lasting longer across much of the U.S.
Pfizer's fast-acting migraine nasal spray approved by FDA
The nasal spray is designed for quick relief of migraine headaches for those who can’t take pills or injections.
The nasal spray is designed for quick relief of migraine headaches for those who can’t take pills or injections.
Understanding Spring Seasonal Allergies, prevention, treatments
It's allergy season and if it seems like everyone's getting sick, you know why. MinuteClinic practitioner Erin Vierus shares how to know the difference between allergies and other sicknesses as well as how to prevent and treat them.
It's allergy season and if it seems like everyone's getting sick, you know why. MinuteClinic practitioner Erin Vierus shares how to know the difference between allergies and other sicknesses as well as how to prevent and treat them.
Here are the worst spring allergens that will make you cough, sneeze and rub your watery eyes
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
People use emojis to mask their negative feelings, study suggests
The research team found that negative emojis were generally only used when the negative feelings were very strong.
The research team found that negative emojis were generally only used when the negative feelings were very strong.
Lower respiratory infections when young could be linked to earlier adult deaths: study
Over eight decades, researchers tracked over 3,500 people from birth to death.
Over eight decades, researchers tracked over 3,500 people from birth to death.
Galveston cruise ship outbreak: More than 300 people reported sickness
More than 300 people who were on board a cruise ship that sailed out of Galveston are now reporting they are experiencing sickness.
More than 300 people who were on board a cruise ship that sailed out of Galveston are now reporting they are experiencing sickness.
Biden to seek more than $2.8 billion from Congress for fight against cancer
President Joe Biden is requesting more than $2.8 billion in the federal budget proposal he's sending to Congress to help advance his cancer-fighting goals.
President Joe Biden is requesting more than $2.8 billion in the federal budget proposal he's sending to Congress to help advance his cancer-fighting goals.
Moldy berry in the container: Is it safe?
The Mayo Clinic is providing some insight into a question many people have had: If there's one moldy berry in a container, does it spoil the bunch?
The Mayo Clinic is providing some insight into a question many people have had: If there's one moldy berry in a container, does it spoil the bunch?
Houston-area colon cancer survivor raising awareness nationwide
Health officials say colon cancer is not just an older person's disease anymore. A new report from the American Cancer Society says 1 in 5 people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are actually under the age of 55. Experts are now lowering the age for recommended screenings. Cancer survivor Paula Chambers-Raney and Dr. Meera Avila with UTHealth Houston and Memorial Hermann spread awareness.
Health officials say colon cancer is not just an older person's disease anymore. A new report from the American Cancer Society says 1 in 5 people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are actually under the age of 55. Experts are now lowering the age for recommended screenings. Cancer survivor Paula Chambers-Raney and Dr. Meera Avila with UTHealth Houston and Memorial Hermann spread awareness.
What is medical tourism?
What is medical tourism? Is it safe? Elizabeth Ziemba with Medical Tourism Training explains.
What is medical tourism? Is it safe? Elizabeth Ziemba with Medical Tourism Training explains.
Allergy specialist breaks down seasonal allergies, prevention, treatment in Houston
It's allergy season and if it seems like everyone's getting sick, you know why. CVS MinuteClinic practitioner Erin Vierus tells FOX 26 how to know the difference between allergies and other sicknesses as well as how to prevent and treat them.
It's allergy season and if it seems like everyone's getting sick, you know why. CVS MinuteClinic practitioner Erin Vierus tells FOX 26 how to know the difference between allergies and other sicknesses as well as how to prevent and treat them.
Do you suffer from ‘bankxiety,’ ‘scamxiety’ or other modern anxieties plaguing Americans?
A recent poll found that millions of Americans suffer from modern anxieties.
A recent poll found that millions of Americans suffer from modern anxieties.
Axelrad Beer Garden serving A.I. generated cocktails
FOX 26?s Ruben Dominguez gives us a look at A.I.-generated drinks served at Axelrad Beer Garden in Houston and how it all works and who makes cocktails better. Humans or machines?
FOX 26?s Ruben Dominguez gives us a look at A.I.-generated drinks served at Axelrad Beer Garden in Houston and how it all works and who makes cocktails better. Humans or machines?
New clinic opens to treat a once rare condition that's becoming more prevalent
Don Elliot thought he was just working out too hard when his arms started twitching, but the sensations started creeping higher up his body. Tests revealed those twitches were actually seizures and was diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis.
Don Elliot thought he was just working out too hard when his arms started twitching, but the sensations started creeping higher up his body. Tests revealed those twitches were actually seizures and was diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis.
Man ate McDonald?s for 100 days for weight loss, shares his secrets
Kevin Maginnis talks to the FOX 26 Houston Morning Team about his plan to only eat McDonald?s for 100 Days. He says he is losing weight with his plan to eat each McDonald's meal cut in half.
Kevin Maginnis talks to the FOX 26 Houston Morning Team about his plan to only eat McDonald?s for 100 Days. He says he is losing weight with his plan to eat each McDonald's meal cut in half.
New clinic opens to treat a once rare condition that's becoming more prevalent
Don Elliot thought he was just working out too hard when his arms started twitching, but the sensations started creeping higher up his body. Tests revealed those twitches were actually seizures and was diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis.
Don Elliot thought he was just working out too hard when his arms started twitching, but the sensations started creeping higher up his body. Tests revealed those twitches were actually seizures and was diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis.
Understanding how our kidneys work for Kidney Cancer Awareness Month
March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month. Our kidneys do a lot. They remove waste, balance our fluids and release hormones to regulate blood pressure. Often time?s people may not realize the signs of kidney cancer until the cancer has progressed, which is why it is so important to pay attention to your body.
March is Kidney Cancer Awareness Month. Our kidneys do a lot. They remove waste, balance our fluids and release hormones to regulate blood pressure. Often time?s people may not realize the signs of kidney cancer until the cancer has progressed, which is why it is so important to pay attention to your body.
CRISPR technology modifies cells to fight cancer: 'Ultimate tool for manipulating life'
This molecular tool has been recognized in the medical community for its work in editing the DNA cells of people, plants and animals.
This molecular tool has been recognized in the medical community for its work in editing the DNA cells of people, plants and animals.



















