STDs increased in first year of COVID-19 pandemic, CDC says
Scientists said reported STDs cases initially decreased at the start of the pandemic but resurged by the end of 2020.
Scientists said reported STDs cases initially decreased at the start of the pandemic but resurged by the end of 2020.
Filming begins at UH to spread Alzheimer's awareness to Hispanic community
Health experts at UH say Hispanics are 50% more likely to develop dementia or other related diseases than non-Hispanic white Americans but only account for 1% of clinical trials studying Alzheimer’s disease.
Health experts at UH say Hispanics are 50% more likely to develop dementia or other related diseases than non-Hispanic white Americans but only account for 1% of clinical trials studying Alzheimer’s disease.
‘Scientific reasons’ may explain why women are colder than men, doctor reveals on TikTok
TikTok’s “resident surgeon” explained in a video why some women may actually, in fact, be colder than men.
TikTok’s “resident surgeon” explained in a video why some women may actually, in fact, be colder than men.
Athletic trainer saves life of Boling High School student after collapsing
A Boiling High School student and his partner speaking with FOX26 after a scary incident during an athletic period at school.
A Boiling High School student and his partner speaking with FOX26 after a scary incident during an athletic period at school.
New COVID-19 outbreaks give US glimpse at living with the virus: 'Get used to it'
The U.S. is getting a glimpse of what it’s like to experience COVID-19 outbreaks during this new phase of living with the virus, and the roster of the infected is studded with stars and Cabinet members.
The U.S. is getting a glimpse of what it’s like to experience COVID-19 outbreaks during this new phase of living with the virus, and the roster of the infected is studded with stars and Cabinet members.
The difference between COVID-19 symptoms and seasonal allergies
A chart from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows there are several overlapping symptoms between the two, but the more severe symptoms are more associated with COVID-19.
A chart from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows there are several overlapping symptoms between the two, but the more severe symptoms are more associated with COVID-19.
Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall
Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.
Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.
Stroke patients lose words from aphasia but get much needed help through Houston Aphasia Recovery Center
More than 40,000 Houstonians suffer from the communication disorder aphasia. There's a recovery center in Houston that is helping them get their words back.
More than 40,000 Houstonians suffer from the communication disorder aphasia. There's a recovery center in Houston that is helping them get their words back.
Houston Aphasia Recovery Center uses music to treat patients
As we learn more about aphasia, we take a look at Houston Aphasia Recovery Center, where they use music therapy to help patients regain their words.
As we learn more about aphasia, we take a look at Houston Aphasia Recovery Center, where they use music therapy to help patients regain their words.
Understanding aphasia and its recovery process
More than 40,000 Houstonians suffer from the communication disorder aphasia. There's a recovery center in Houston that is helping them get their words back.
More than 40,000 Houstonians suffer from the communication disorder aphasia. There's a recovery center in Houston that is helping them get their words back.
US life expectancy continued to decline in 2021, analysis finds
U.S. life expectancy continued to decline in 2021 following a big drop in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new analysis.
U.S. life expectancy continued to decline in 2021 following a big drop in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new analysis.
COVID-19 booster shot may be effective against omicron BA.2 variant, study shows
The study found that after a booster vaccination, levels of antibodies in the blood that could bind to and neutralize a new omicron variant increased substantially.
The study found that after a booster vaccination, levels of antibodies in the blood that could bind to and neutralize a new omicron variant increased substantially.
Aldine residents say they don’t want to see another concrete batch plant built
From pollution to loud noise and possible health issues, residents in Aldine share concerns on why they do not want a ninth concrete batch plant facility.
From pollution to loud noise and possible health issues, residents in Aldine share concerns on why they do not want a ninth concrete batch plant facility.
Enjoy a meaningful margarita that can help children with cancer
You're invited to have a margarita at a festive event this weekend to help raise funds for families dealing with childhood cancer.
You're invited to have a margarita at a festive event this weekend to help raise funds for families dealing with childhood cancer.
Shanghai using robot dogs, drones to issue COVID lockdown commands
People in China’s business capital and most populous city have grown frustrated over the government’s effort to contain a spreading COVID outbreak.
People in China’s business capital and most populous city have grown frustrated over the government’s effort to contain a spreading COVID outbreak.
Two Houston heart transplant survivors form unbreakable bond
After two young men from the Houston area underwent heart transplants, they developed an unbreakable. It's a difficult thing to go through but having a knowing friend by their side is making it a lot easier.
After two young men from the Houston area underwent heart transplants, they developed an unbreakable. It's a difficult thing to go through but having a knowing friend by their side is making it a lot easier.
Lack of sleep linked to more belly fat, study finds
A new study from the Mayo Clinic concludes that a lack of sleep is directly linked to more belly fat. Study participants who slept less ate about 300 calories more per day and gained about 1.1 pounds.
A new study from the Mayo Clinic concludes that a lack of sleep is directly linked to more belly fat. Study participants who slept less ate about 300 calories more per day and gained about 1.1 pounds.
Amid lowest hospitalization rates in Harris Co., Judge touts free 2nd booster, warns pandemic isn't over
Houston-area COVID-related hospitalization rates are at their lowest point since May 2020. But Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo warns the pandemic is still not over, urging eligible residents to get free 2nd booster.
Houston-area COVID-related hospitalization rates are at their lowest point since May 2020. But Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo warns the pandemic is still not over, urging eligible residents to get free 2nd booster.
Over 100 children have died in Texas’ child welfare system since 2020, report says
Most of the deaths were attributed to “preexisting medical conditions” or abuse suffered before the children entered the system, according to the DFPS report.
Most of the deaths were attributed to “preexisting medical conditions” or abuse suffered before the children entered the system, according to the DFPS report.
Eat these 5 power foods now to help prevent cancer
These smart, delicious food choices can help ward off cancer, advises nutritionist Susan Smith Jones
These smart, delicious food choices can help ward off cancer, advises nutritionist Susan Smith Jones