Researchers are closer to creating birth control for men
An on-demand form of male birth control is in the works. Researchers have seen promising results after testing the drug on mice.
An on-demand form of male birth control is in the works. Researchers have seen promising results after testing the drug on mice.
Is chocolate good for you? Here's what the FDA says
While some may enjoy a few chocolates on Valentine’s Day, the FDA is weighing in on if there are health benefits.
While some may enjoy a few chocolates on Valentine’s Day, the FDA is weighing in on if there are health benefits.
University of Houston researchers working on anti-fentanyl vaccine
Researchers at The University of Houston are working on a vaccine to take on the crisis of the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
Researchers at The University of Houston are working on a vaccine to take on the crisis of the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
High-fat foods may help rid body of intestinal parasite, study finds
Researchers behind a new study found that a high-fat diet allows the immune system to eliminate a parasitic worm that’s a major cause of illness and death in developing countries.
Researchers behind a new study found that a high-fat diet allows the immune system to eliminate a parasitic worm that’s a major cause of illness and death in developing countries.
University of Houston researchers working on anti-fentanyl vaccine
Researchers at The University of Houston believe they have the biggest weapon ever to fight against fentanyl ? in the form of a vaccine.
Researchers at The University of Houston believe they have the biggest weapon ever to fight against fentanyl ? in the form of a vaccine.
Houston ranked 4th worst city for runners in the country: report
Houston was one of three Texas cities that were listed among the Top 10 Worst Running Cities along with San Antonio and Fort Worth, which came out at 6th and 9th, respectively.
Houston was one of three Texas cities that were listed among the Top 10 Worst Running Cities along with San Antonio and Fort Worth, which came out at 6th and 9th, respectively.
Discount programs that can help you save money on medical prescriptions
Amazon is the latest to offer a discount drug program. However, with so many discount drug options, how do you choose?
Amazon is the latest to offer a discount drug program. However, with so many discount drug options, how do you choose?
HCA Houston Health Care heart patients gather for ?celebration of life?
As part of Heart Month, HCA Houston Healthcare heart patients gathered for a celebration of life at Clear Lake Heart Hospital to thank medical teams for their lifesaving efforts.
As part of Heart Month, HCA Houston Healthcare heart patients gathered for a celebration of life at Clear Lake Heart Hospital to thank medical teams for their lifesaving efforts.
US teen girls experiencing record-high levels of sadness, violence, and suicide risk, CDC says
Overall, girls fared worse than boys across nearly all measures, while the CDC report noted “ongoing and extreme distress” among LGBQ+ teens.
Overall, girls fared worse than boys across nearly all measures, while the CDC report noted “ongoing and extreme distress” among LGBQ+ teens.
Houston father spreads life-saving message after son passed from cardiac arrest
A Houston father is headed to Arizona for the Super Bowl this week but it actually isn't the game that's the highlight of his trip. Scott Stephens lost his son Cody from sudden cardiac arrest while in his father's recliner.
A Houston father is headed to Arizona for the Super Bowl this week but it actually isn't the game that's the highlight of his trip. Scott Stephens lost his son Cody from sudden cardiac arrest while in his father's recliner.
Houston father spreads life-saving message after son passed from cardiac arrest
A Houston father is headed to Arizona for the Super Bowl this week but it actually isn't the game that's the highlight of his trip. Scott Stephens lost his son Cody from sudden cardiac arrest while in his father's recliner. FOX 26's Damali Keith speaks to the father who is hoping to save others from the same fate.
A Houston father is headed to Arizona for the Super Bowl this week but it actually isn't the game that's the highlight of his trip. Scott Stephens lost his son Cody from sudden cardiac arrest while in his father's recliner. FOX 26's Damali Keith speaks to the father who is hoping to save others from the same fate.
Celebrities promote ice baths, but science on health benefits is lukewarm
Some benefits of ice baths include improved mood, more energy, and weight loss. Among the biggest questions for researchers: How cold does water have to be to achieve any health benefits?
Some benefits of ice baths include improved mood, more energy, and weight loss. Among the biggest questions for researchers: How cold does water have to be to achieve any health benefits?
Judge Hidalgo delivers new funding for inmate mental health care
An expanded effort is underway to reduce overcrowding at the Harris County Jail to move "mentally-ill" patients out of the criminal justice limbo.
An expanded effort is underway to reduce overcrowding at the Harris County Jail to move "mentally-ill" patients out of the criminal justice limbo.
Agriculture losses impacting farmers mental health
Farmers across the United States are losing money daily as we enter year three of a mega-drought. FOX's Joy Addison is in Kempner, Texas to explain how the situation is affecting the mental health of farmers.
Farmers across the United States are losing money daily as we enter year three of a mega-drought. FOX's Joy Addison is in Kempner, Texas to explain how the situation is affecting the mental health of farmers.
Federal judge in Texas could ban abortion pills
A Texas federal judge could decide to ban abortion pills nationwide as soon as tomorrow. This comes after anti-abortion groups filed a lawsuit in November hoping to overturn the FDA's approval of the pills and pull it from retailers. FOX 26?s Natalie Hee reports more on the possible decision.
A Texas federal judge could decide to ban abortion pills nationwide as soon as tomorrow. This comes after anti-abortion groups filed a lawsuit in November hoping to overturn the FDA's approval of the pills and pull it from retailers. FOX 26?s Natalie Hee reports more on the possible decision.
Frequently taking sleeping pills could increase risk of dementia, study says
The study also noted that white participants who frequently took sleeping medications had a higher likelihood of developing dementia compared to their Black cohorts.
The study also noted that white participants who frequently took sleeping medications had a higher likelihood of developing dementia compared to their Black cohorts.
Revitalizing old blood with anti-inflammatory drug could slow aging, study suggests
The new study focused on an anti-inflammatory drug used for rheumatoid arthritis and found that it may reverse some of the effects of aging on the blood system in mice.
The new study focused on an anti-inflammatory drug used for rheumatoid arthritis and found that it may reverse some of the effects of aging on the blood system in mice.
Parents want natural remedies for son’s leukemia, child protection wants chemo
The couple's son went through one round of chemo after being diagnosed with leukemia. Now, they are fighting in court to prevent future treatments, preferring to treat their child with natural remedies — while the hospital insists on a two-year regimen.
The couple's son went through one round of chemo after being diagnosed with leukemia. Now, they are fighting in court to prevent future treatments, preferring to treat their child with natural remedies — while the hospital insists on a two-year regimen.
Fabuloso recall: Colgate-Palmolive recalls 4.9M cleaners over bacteria risk
In a warning notice, posted Wednesday, the federal regulatory agency said consumers should "immediately" stop using the recalled Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner products.
In a warning notice, posted Wednesday, the federal regulatory agency said consumers should "immediately" stop using the recalled Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner products.
Houston-area girl unexpectedly can't walk, now rocking wheelchair basketball
Last year, a Houston-area girl started complaining of back pain. A few months later, she stood up and couldn't walk. She hasn't let that stop her from playing the sport she loves from her wheelchair.
Last year, a Houston-area girl started complaining of back pain. A few months later, she stood up and couldn't walk. She hasn't let that stop her from playing the sport she loves from her wheelchair.