Houston man discovers Barostim procedure to save mother from heart transplant
Thelma Haggard faced the possibility of a heart transplant due to severe heart failure, but her son, Billy Wilson, began researching alternative treatments and learned about the Barostim procedure.
Thelma Haggard faced the possibility of a heart transplant due to severe heart failure, but her son, Billy Wilson, began researching alternative treatments and learned about the Barostim procedure.
Son finds procedure to save mom from heart failure
Houston mom, Thelma Haggard, faced the daunting possibility of a heart transplant due to severe heart failure, but her son, Billy Wilson, discovered a procedure as an alternative treatment. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson has more on the story.
Houston mom, Thelma Haggard, faced the daunting possibility of a heart transplant due to severe heart failure, but her son, Billy Wilson, discovered a procedure as an alternative treatment. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson has more on the story.
Can drinking soda help migraines? Doctors reveal whether bubbly drinks cure headaches or not
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Central Texas resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, DSHS confirms
Health officials urge Texans to take precautions, like wearing long sleeves, using repellent, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites.
Health officials urge Texans to take precautions, like wearing long sleeves, using repellent, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites.
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled for possible listeria contamination
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Coping with PTSD during July 4
Fireworks can trigger PTSD symptoms, especially in veterans. Dr. Ron Acierno with UTHealth shares how to manage PTSD during holiday festivities.
Fireworks can trigger PTSD symptoms, especially in veterans. Dr. Ron Acierno with UTHealth shares how to manage PTSD during holiday festivities.
Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
Texas measles outbreak: 3 new cases in connection to West Texas outbreak
The Texas Department of State Health Services says three new measles cases have been detected in the last week in connection to an outbreak in West Texas.
The Texas Department of State Health Services says three new measles cases have been detected in the last week in connection to an outbreak in West Texas.
Cancer patient uses sticky notes offer hope to fellow patients
Neil Erikson, battling stage four salivary gland cancer, found solace in writing encouraging messages on sticky notes at Hope Lodge in Houston to uplift other cancer patients undergoing treatments.
Neil Erikson, battling stage four salivary gland cancer, found solace in writing encouraging messages on sticky notes at Hope Lodge in Houston to uplift other cancer patients undergoing treatments.
48 Texans charged in nationwide $14.6 billion healthcare fraud takedown
48 Texans are among 324 individuals nationwide indicted in a massive health care fraud crackdown. These schemes involve over $14.6 billion in alleged losses to federal health care programs.
48 Texans are among 324 individuals nationwide indicted in a massive health care fraud crackdown. These schemes involve over $14.6 billion in alleged losses to federal health care programs.
Vaccine hesitancy causing immunization rates to drop
Before vaccines were widely used, infectious diseases spread quickly and claimed millions of lives. Now, vaccine hesitancy causing immunization rates to drop. That?s raising concerns from people who remember just how dangerous illnesses like measles and whooping cough used to be
Before vaccines were widely used, infectious diseases spread quickly and claimed millions of lives. Now, vaccine hesitancy causing immunization rates to drop. That?s raising concerns from people who remember just how dangerous illnesses like measles and whooping cough used to be
WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Pride, Progress, and Mental Health: Your Questions Answered
In this special Pride Month episode, Carolina sits down with two experienced mental health professionals for an open and empowering Q&A session. From navigating identity and coming out, to coping with discrimination and building affirming support systems, no question is off-limits. Our guests also share valuable mental health resources tailored to the LGBTQ+ community, offering guidance, hope, and tools for resilience. Whether you're a member of the community or an ally, this episode is a must-listen for understanding, support, and celebration. Resources for LGBTQ+ and beyond: montrosecenter.org legacycommunityhealth.org alexanderjfs.org hawc.org avenue360.org thetrevorproject.org 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
In this special Pride Month episode, Carolina sits down with two experienced mental health professionals for an open and empowering Q&A session. From navigating identity and coming out, to coping with discrimination and building affirming support systems, no question is off-limits. Our guests also share valuable mental health resources tailored to the LGBTQ+ community, offering guidance, hope, and tools for resilience. Whether you're a member of the community or an ally, this episode is a must-listen for understanding, support, and celebration. Resources for LGBTQ+ and beyond: montrosecenter.org legacycommunityhealth.org alexanderjfs.org hawc.org avenue360.org thetrevorproject.org 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Weight loss shots may benefit heart health
Medical professionals are finding that weight loss shots that have seen a recent massive rise across the globe may also have a direct positive impact on the cardiovascular system.
Medical professionals are finding that weight loss shots that have seen a recent massive rise across the globe may also have a direct positive impact on the cardiovascular system.
Texas measles outbreak: No new cases in connection to West Texas outbreak
Only two Texas counties remain designated as "outbreak counties" by DSHS.
Only two Texas counties remain designated as "outbreak counties" by DSHS.
Yoga stretch to help boost your day
Every week we're sharing a quick fix to make your body better and Andria Dugas with Yoga Better has a 5-minute move to help boost your day.
Every week we're sharing a quick fix to make your body better and Andria Dugas with Yoga Better has a 5-minute move to help boost your day.
Eating more fruits and vegetables could improve your sleep, study shows
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
Health insurers pledge to streamline ‘prior authorization’ process
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
These states are most attractive to "dark" personalities, study suggests
People with a “dark factor of personality” are associated with behaviors like aggression, cheating, narcissism, exploitation and more.
People with a “dark factor of personality” are associated with behaviors like aggression, cheating, narcissism, exploitation and more.