Big cities look to masks again in preparation for winter threat of COVID, flu, RSV
With the beginning of winter roughly a week away, major cities across the U.S. are looking to mask up once again for the purpose of combating not just COVID-19, but the flu and the respiratory illness RSV.
With the beginning of winter roughly a week away, major cities across the U.S. are looking to mask up once again for the purpose of combating not just COVID-19, but the flu and the respiratory illness RSV.
Free COVID-19 tests available to Americans again as White House reveals winter plan
The Biden administration is making four rapid COVID-19 tests available online starting Thursday as it unveils its contingency plans for potential surges this winter.
The Biden administration is making four rapid COVID-19 tests available online starting Thursday as it unveils its contingency plans for potential surges this winter.
TikTok boosts posts about eating disorders, suicide, report says
The findings come from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which created TikTok accounts for fictitious young people living in the U.S., Britain, Canada and Australia.
The findings come from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which created TikTok accounts for fictitious young people living in the U.S., Britain, Canada and Australia.
Suicide prevention resources in the wake of Stephen 'tWitch' Boss death
In light of Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’s death, there are a number of resources available for those who might also be contemplating suicide. According to the latest data from the CDC, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S.
In light of Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’s death, there are a number of resources available for those who might also be contemplating suicide. According to the latest data from the CDC, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S.
How to respond when someone is in crisis
In the wake of the shocking death of Stephen "tWitch" Boss, FOX 26's Natalie Hee speaks with a psychiatrist on mental health resources, suicide prevention, and other signs to look out for when someone might be in a crisis.
In the wake of the shocking death of Stephen "tWitch" Boss, FOX 26's Natalie Hee speaks with a psychiatrist on mental health resources, suicide prevention, and other signs to look out for when someone might be in a crisis.
Heart attacks: Warning signs and prevention
Dr. Long Cao, a cardiologist with Memorial Hermann, talks about some of the signs of a possible heart attack and what you should do.
Dr. Long Cao, a cardiologist with Memorial Hermann, talks about some of the signs of a possible heart attack and what you should do.
Young Galena Park mother survives double lung transplant from COVID
A mother from the Galena Park area is thrilled to be home for the holidays. Last year at this time, she was in the hospital fighting for her life and on a transplant list because of COVID-19.
A mother from the Galena Park area is thrilled to be home for the holidays. Last year at this time, she was in the hospital fighting for her life and on a transplant list because of COVID-19.
New Zealand bans future generations from buying tobacco under strict new anti-smoking laws
The legislative package outlaws the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2009, punishable by fines of up to $95,910.
The legislative package outlaws the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2009, punishable by fines of up to $95,910.
Merck, Moderna share positive progress of potential skin cancer vaccine
A potential skin cancer vaccine being developed using the same technology behind COVID shots fared well in a small study, the drug companies said.
A potential skin cancer vaccine being developed using the same technology behind COVID shots fared well in a small study, the drug companies said.
‘It was my home’: Pediatric cancer survivor returns for wedding photo shoot at hospital that cured her
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Riley Wagner, the bride, basically lived at Children’s Medical Center Dallas after she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma at just 6 weeks old.
Houston doctor who suffered brain aneurysm celebrating her gift of life
A Houston doctor who has helped patients rehab at TIRR Memorial Hermann for 30 years became a patient herself, and she says it truly is a miracle that she’s still here.
A Houston doctor who has helped patients rehab at TIRR Memorial Hermann for 30 years became a patient herself, and she says it truly is a miracle that she’s still here.
Houston doctor who suffered brain aneurysm celebrating her gift of life
A Houston doctor who has helped patients rehab at TIRR Memorial Hermann for 30 years became a patient herself, and she says it truly is a miracle that she?s still here.�
A Houston doctor who has helped patients rehab at TIRR Memorial Hermann for 30 years became a patient herself, and she says it truly is a miracle that she?s still here.�
Federal judge says vaccine choice doesn't outweigh safety requirements in medical settings
US. District Court Judge Donald Molloy on Friday permanently blocked a section of a law that said it was discriminatory for most employers to require workers to be vaccinated against communicable diseases.
US. District Court Judge Donald Molloy on Friday permanently blocked a section of a law that said it was discriminatory for most employers to require workers to be vaccinated against communicable diseases.
Dealing with heartburn during the holidays
We can eat lots of different foods and drinks at holiday parties this season, but it can sometimes cause heartburn. Dr. Brooks Cash with UTHealth Houston and Memorial Hermann shares advice on how to prevent it.
We can eat lots of different foods and drinks at holiday parties this season, but it can sometimes cause heartburn. Dr. Brooks Cash with UTHealth Houston and Memorial Hermann shares advice on how to prevent it.
Study: One-minute bursts of activity during daily tasks could prolong your life
A study by researchers in Australia finds that brief moments of daily physical activity can lower your risks of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers.
A study by researchers in Australia finds that brief moments of daily physical activity can lower your risks of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers.
Emory Healthcare responds to 'disrespectful' TikTok about maternity patients
The health system said in a statement it took "appropriate actions" against the "former employees" after an investigation.
The health system said in a statement it took "appropriate actions" against the "former employees" after an investigation.
Father of 5-year-old Houston boy who will die without bone marrow transplant in search of lifesaving hero
"We can't save our own kids' life. We need help from somebody else to save our own children's life," said Marco Gonzalez.
"We can't save our own kids' life. We need help from somebody else to save our own children's life," said Marco Gonzalez.
Oysters harvested in Galveston Bay recalled for cases of gastrointestinal illnesses
The Texas Department of State Health recalled oysters harvested in Galveston Bay in the TX 1 area. People in southeast Texas and Florida reported they had gotten sick.
The Texas Department of State Health recalled oysters harvested in Galveston Bay in the TX 1 area. People in southeast Texas and Florida reported they had gotten sick.
Patient dear to Santa's heart grateful to be alive after his own heart stopped several times
After being on life support and a two month hospital stay, a jolly man known to wear a red suit at this time of year is heading home for the holidays.
After being on life support and a two month hospital stay, a jolly man known to wear a red suit at this time of year is heading home for the holidays.
FDA clears bivalent COVID-19 booster shots for children under 5
The FDA has authorized use of the tweaked shots starting at age 6 months, but just who is eligible depends on how many vaccinations they’ve already had.
The FDA has authorized use of the tweaked shots starting at age 6 months, but just who is eligible depends on how many vaccinations they’ve already had.