US veterans in suicidal crisis now eligible for free emergency care at any facility
Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA system for the new policy, which includes inpatient care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days.
Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA system for the new policy, which includes inpatient care for up to 30 days and outpatient care for up to 90 days.
Teens who grew up feeling loved experience better long-term health, study suggests
Scientists looked at data from over 3,500 high school students and followed their health over the course of 20 years.
Scientists looked at data from over 3,500 high school students and followed their health over the course of 20 years.
China reports 60,000 COVID-related deaths since early December
The deaths were reported after complaints that China was failing to release data from its latest COVID-19 emergency.
The deaths were reported after complaints that China was failing to release data from its latest COVID-19 emergency.
CDC identifies possible 'safety concern' for certain people receiving COVID vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control says that a preliminary COVID-19 vaccine "safety signal" has been identified and is investigating whether the Bivalent Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine creates an increased risk of ischemic stroke in people 65 and older.
The Centers for Disease Control says that a preliminary COVID-19 vaccine "safety signal" has been identified and is investigating whether the Bivalent Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine creates an increased risk of ischemic stroke in people 65 and older.
Ukrainian surgeons successfully remove live grenade from soldier's body
The unidentified soldier is recovering and will receive further rehabilitation.
The unidentified soldier is recovering and will receive further rehabilitation.
Childhood vaccination rates decline
A CDC study shows childhood vaccination rates have dropped for a second year in a row. Dr. Melanie Ribbeck, a pediatrician with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, explains why health officials are concerned.
A CDC study shows childhood vaccination rates have dropped for a second year in a row. Dr. Melanie Ribbeck, a pediatrician with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, explains why health officials are concerned.
'Get certified': Stranger saves 10-day-old baby with CPR at Riverview restaurant
While they were out to dinner, Leanna and Randy noticed their 10-day-old daughter was 'completely blue and pale.' She wasn't breathing. That's when a complete stranger at the restaurant jumped in and started CPR, saving Scarlett's life.
While they were out to dinner, Leanna and Randy noticed their 10-day-old daughter was 'completely blue and pale.' She wasn't breathing. That's when a complete stranger at the restaurant jumped in and started CPR, saving Scarlett's life.
US cancer death rate has fallen 33% since 1991, report says
The American Cancer Society credited the overall decline to less smoking, advances in treatment, and other factors. Still, one form of cancer has increased in recent years.
The American Cancer Society credited the overall decline to less smoking, advances in treatment, and other factors. Still, one form of cancer has increased in recent years.
Biden does not support gas stove ban, White House says
Concerns surrounding indoor air pollutants from gas stoves have made headlines after recent comments by a U.S. consumer safety official.
Concerns surrounding indoor air pollutants from gas stoves have made headlines after recent comments by a U.S. consumer safety official.
A cure for peanut allergies? Study shows ‘promising results’
Researchers in Australia believe they’re on track to finding a cure for a common allergy found in children.
Researchers in Australia believe they’re on track to finding a cure for a common allergy found in children.
What is Mohs surgery? First lady Jill Biden to undergo procedure
Dr. Mirwat Sami with Houston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery explains the procedure that first lady Dr. Jill Biden will undergo to remove skin cancer from her eyelid.
Dr. Mirwat Sami with Houston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery explains the procedure that first lady Dr. Jill Biden will undergo to remove skin cancer from her eyelid.
Here are the 50 worst US cities for bed bugs, according to Orkin
For the third year in a row, Chicago ranked No. 1 on Orkin's bed bug cities list. Did your city avoid a ranking?
For the third year in a row, Chicago ranked No. 1 on Orkin's bed bug cities list. Did your city avoid a ranking?
What is Mohs surgery? Jill Biden to undergo preventative skin cancer surgery
First lady Jill Biden is having a procedure known as Mohs surgery to remove a potentially cancerous lesion above her right eye. Here’s what the surgery entails.
First lady Jill Biden is having a procedure known as Mohs surgery to remove a potentially cancerous lesion above her right eye. Here’s what the surgery entails.
Pentagon: COVID-19 vaccine no longer mandated for troops
The Pentagon has formally dropped its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, but a new memo signed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also gives commanders some discretion in how or whether to deploy troops who are not vaccinated.
The Pentagon has formally dropped its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, but a new memo signed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also gives commanders some discretion in how or whether to deploy troops who are not vaccinated.
Doctors: Damar Hamlin in good spirits, undergoing more tests to find what caused cardiac arrest
Hamlin posted a note on social media saying he's not quite home yet, a day after being transferred from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center to Buffalo General Medical Center.
Hamlin posted a note on social media saying he's not quite home yet, a day after being transferred from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center to Buffalo General Medical Center.
Mpox has faded in the US. Who deserves credit for controlling the outbreak?
It's an unsettled question, but experts cite a combination of factors.
It's an unsettled question, but experts cite a combination of factors.
FDA approves drug that can slow early-stage Alzheimer's
A promising Alzheimer's drug is now getting fast-tracked by the FDA. Dr. Paul E. Schulz, the leading neurologist with UTHealth Houston and the McGovern School of Medicine, explains the benefits of Leqembi.
A promising Alzheimer's drug is now getting fast-tracked by the FDA. Dr. Paul E. Schulz, the leading neurologist with UTHealth Houston and the McGovern School of Medicine, explains the benefits of Leqembi.
Calls, texts and chats pouring into new 988 mental health helpline
The 988 mental health helpline has quickly expanded its reach in the six months since it launched — with over 2 million calls, texts and chat messages pouring in.
The 988 mental health helpline has quickly expanded its reach in the six months since it launched — with over 2 million calls, texts and chat messages pouring in.
Medication, surgery being recommended to treating childhood obesity
The American Academy of Pediatrics is now suggesting surgery for kids as young as 13 and medication for 12-year-olds who are battling childhood obesity.
The American Academy of Pediatrics is now suggesting surgery for kids as young as 13 and medication for 12-year-olds who are battling childhood obesity.
Medication, surgery being recommended to treating childhood obesity
FOX 26?s Damali Keith shares how new guidelines that include drugs and surgery are being used to fight childhood obesity.
FOX 26?s Damali Keith shares how new guidelines that include drugs and surgery are being used to fight childhood obesity.