Scientists say waist-to-hip ratio better measure for healthy weight than BMI
A new study is calling into question the validity of body mass index (BMI) as a practical way of measuring healthy weight in patients.
A new study is calling into question the validity of body mass index (BMI) as a practical way of measuring healthy weight in patients.
Family of Neveah Hall awarded $95.5 million after suffering brain damage by former dentist
A grand jury has awarded a family $95.5 million after what attorneys said should have been a simple procedure resulted in then 4-year-old Neveah suffering irreversible brain damage.
A grand jury has awarded a family $95.5 million after what attorneys said should have been a simple procedure resulted in then 4-year-old Neveah suffering irreversible brain damage.
Study links nightmares in middle-aged people to higher risk of dementia
“This is important because there are very few risk indicators for dementia that can be identified as early as middle age," researchers said.
“This is important because there are very few risk indicators for dementia that can be identified as early as middle age," researchers said.
Study: Daily 'breath training' helps reduce high blood pressure
A University of Colorado researcher says slow deep-breathing techniques are effective and should be accompanied by exercise.
A University of Colorado researcher says slow deep-breathing techniques are effective and should be accompanied by exercise.
Louisiana woman carrying fetus with no skull forced to travel to New York to get abortion
Nancy Davis was one of the first women to get caught in the confusing whirlwind of trigger laws in her home state of Louisiana since Roe v. Wade was overturned in June.
Nancy Davis was one of the first women to get caught in the confusing whirlwind of trigger laws in her home state of Louisiana since Roe v. Wade was overturned in June.
Should I get the new COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Your questions, answered
With flu season approaching in the U.S., as well as the availability of the new omicron-designed COVID-19 booster for everyone 12 and up, here are some answers to common questions about the shots.
With flu season approaching in the U.S., as well as the availability of the new omicron-designed COVID-19 booster for everyone 12 and up, here are some answers to common questions about the shots.
'Miracle': Man surviving brain cancer 6 years after he was given weeks to live
He was diagnosed with brain cancer and given weeks to live - six years ago. Doctors believe his high standard of care, his faith, and all the love and family support he received packed a powerful punch in his miraculous recovery.
He was diagnosed with brain cancer and given weeks to live - six years ago. Doctors believe his high standard of care, his faith, and all the love and family support he received packed a powerful punch in his miraculous recovery.
Texas mother working to eliminate bullying after losing son to suicide
A Texas mother has worked to eliminate cyberbullying and other bullying through education, legislation and legal action, following the death of her 16-year-old son.
A Texas mother has worked to eliminate cyberbullying and other bullying through education, legislation and legal action, following the death of her 16-year-old son.
'Sleepy Chicken' Tik Tok challenge, FDA warns against cooking chicken with NyQuil
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a new warning against the latest Tik Tok Challenge where users are cooking chicken with NyQuil.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a new warning against the latest Tik Tok Challenge where users are cooking chicken with NyQuil.
CDC report: 4 in 5 US pregnancy-related deaths were preventable
The top cause of death, according to data, was mental health conditions, leading to suicide and overdose.
The top cause of death, according to data, was mental health conditions, leading to suicide and overdose.
Best practices for brushing your teeth
You're never too old to get a refresher on proper techniques for every-day tasks, and that includes brushing your teeth. The Texas Tooth Lady, Dr. Terri Alani, shares the best practices.
You're never too old to get a refresher on proper techniques for every-day tasks, and that includes brushing your teeth. The Texas Tooth Lady, Dr. Terri Alani, shares the best practices.
'Out of control' STD situation prompts call for changes
Sharply rising cases of some sexually transmitted diseases — including a 26% rise in new syphilis infections reported last year — are prompting U.S. health officials to call for new prevention and treatment efforts.
Sharply rising cases of some sexually transmitted diseases — including a 26% rise in new syphilis infections reported last year — are prompting U.S. health officials to call for new prevention and treatment efforts.
5-year-old girl born with half a heart; family raises awareness about rare disorder
Katherine’s heart defect hasn’t stopped her love for others. Her dad says she’s caring, empathetic, and concerned about the well-being of others.
Katherine’s heart defect hasn’t stopped her love for others. Her dad says she’s caring, empathetic, and concerned about the well-being of others.
Santa Fe boy dies after battling brain cancer, community talks about his impact
Wylie Cino was diagnosed with an aggressive-grade tumor in July. He tragically lost his battle with the tumor on Saturday.
Wylie Cino was diagnosed with an aggressive-grade tumor in July. He tragically lost his battle with the tumor on Saturday.
Santa Fe boy dies after battling brain cancer, community talks about his impact
Wylie Cino was diagnosed with an aggressive-grade tumor in July. He tragically lost his battle with the tumor on Saturday.
Wylie Cino was diagnosed with an aggressive-grade tumor in July. He tragically lost his battle with the tumor on Saturday.
4-year-old Wylie Cino loses battle with terminal brain cancer
A tragic update to a story FOX 26 brought you in July when a 4-year-old boy from Santa Fe was diagnosed with terminal brain stem cancer and given just weeks to live. The family confirmed Saturday he passed away.
A tragic update to a story FOX 26 brought you in July when a 4-year-old boy from Santa Fe was diagnosed with terminal brain stem cancer and given just weeks to live. The family confirmed Saturday he passed away.
Sarah Sanders leaves hospital after thyroid cancer surgery
Sanders said Friday when announcing the surgery that a biopsy earlier this month revealed she had thyroid cancer.
Sanders said Friday when announcing the surgery that a biopsy earlier this month revealed she had thyroid cancer.
2 confirmed cases of Monkeypox reported at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School
Cleaning and disinfecting is continuing after two confirmed cases of monkeypox were reported at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School, school officials said.
Cleaning and disinfecting is continuing after two confirmed cases of monkeypox were reported at Fort Bend ISD’s Ridge Point High School, school officials said.
Gas stoves linked to childhood asthma, other health risks in adults, research shows
Research suggests that gas appliances can introduce certain toxic air pollutants into homes, including low levels of benzene — a cancer-causing agent.
Research suggests that gas appliances can introduce certain toxic air pollutants into homes, including low levels of benzene — a cancer-causing agent.
How is Harris County faring with current COVID-19 cases as we approach flu season?
As we approach flu season and with COVID-19 cases finally slowing down, Harris County leaders are still urging residents to stay boosted.
As we approach flu season and with COVID-19 cases finally slowing down, Harris County leaders are still urging residents to stay boosted.