Texas Children's Hospital pauses hormone therapy for transgender children
Citing potential criminal penalties, Texas Children’s Hospital will no longer provide hormone therapy to transgender patients.
Citing potential criminal penalties, Texas Children’s Hospital will no longer provide hormone therapy to transgender patients.
Drinking wine with meals may lower risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds
The study found consuming alcohol with meals was associated with a 14% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to consuming alcohol without eating food.
The study found consuming alcohol with meals was associated with a 14% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to consuming alcohol without eating food.
Deaths among Alzheimer's patients increased by 26% during first year of COVID-19 pandemic: study
Deaths among older Alzheimer's patients surged 26% during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to New Hampshire and Massachusetts researchers.
Deaths among older Alzheimer's patients surged 26% during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to New Hampshire and Massachusetts researchers.
Houston man urges everyone to get a colonoscopy by age 45
The second annual 5K Victory Lap is Saturday, March 5, at Memorial Park
The second annual 5K Victory Lap is Saturday, March 5, at Memorial Park
Study on LGBTQ blood donations could open doors for more potential donors
A blood shortage nationwide is crippling the red cross. However, federal restrictions on gay and bisexual men are preventing many people who could give blood from doing so.
A blood shortage nationwide is crippling the red cross. However, federal restrictions on gay and bisexual men are preventing many people who could give blood from doing so.
Exercise after COVID-19 vaccine may increase antibodies, study finds
The study demonstrates that 90 minutes of exercise after immunization of the COVID-19 vaccine increases antibody response several weeks later.
The study demonstrates that 90 minutes of exercise after immunization of the COVID-19 vaccine increases antibody response several weeks later.
Colon cancer survivor is advocating for early screening
This Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a man from Houston is raising awareness about early detection. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson has the story.
This Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a man from Houston is raising awareness about early detection. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson has the story.
Houston non-profit expanding to Galveston to help break cycle of incarceration
Justice Forward started in 2006. They have one goal, breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Justice Forward started in 2006. They have one goal, breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Texas temporarily blocked from investigating the family of a trans teen over gender-affirming care
A state judge’s ruling does not stop the agency from opening investigations into other families in similar situations.
A state judge’s ruling does not stop the agency from opening investigations into other families in similar situations.
Study: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine did not protect younger children well from Omicron
A local expert weighed in on new data suggesting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine may be less effective at preventing infection in children ages 5 up to 11.
A local expert weighed in on new data suggesting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine may be less effective at preventing infection in children ages 5 up to 11.
COVID-19 deaths, cases continue to fall around the world, WHO says
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
Couple from Alabama seeks life-saving care for twins at Texas Children’s Hospital
A couple from Birmingham, Ala., traveled to Texas Children's Hospital in Houston to get life-saving treatment for their twins during pregnancy for a condition called "twin to twin transfusion syndrome".
A couple from Birmingham, Ala., traveled to Texas Children's Hospital in Houston to get life-saving treatment for their twins during pregnancy for a condition called "twin to twin transfusion syndrome".
President Joe Biden delivers first State of the Union address
A look at some of the highlights from President Biden's first State of the Union address.
A look at some of the highlights from President Biden's first State of the Union address.
FDA: Abbott baby formula recall expanded to Similac PM after another report of illness
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall to Abbott’s Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formula after another baby was exposed to Cronobacter sakazakii which may have contributed to the child’s death.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall to Abbott’s Similac PM 60/40 powdered infant formula after another baby was exposed to Cronobacter sakazakii which may have contributed to the child’s death.
Pfizer shot offers nearly no protection against infection in 5- to 11-year-olds
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
IHOP’s National Pancake Day helps The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fight blood cancer
Tuesday, March 1 is the day to enjoy free pancakes while helping fight cancer!
Tuesday, March 1 is the day to enjoy free pancakes while helping fight cancer!
Walk to End HIV Houston on March 6
The Walk to HIV Houston is this Sunday, March 6, and many more walkers and donors are needed!
The Walk to HIV Houston is this Sunday, March 6, and many more walkers and donors are needed!
Residents rallying in Fifth Ward asking what's being done about the cancer causing contamination
Fifth Ward residents say after decades of being exposed to cancer-causing chemicals, they won't remain silent any longer
Fifth Ward residents say after decades of being exposed to cancer-causing chemicals, they won't remain silent any longer
World Rare Disease Day 2022: Raising awareness about the unknown holiday
The FDA said more than 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States.
The FDA said more than 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States.
The best foods for a good night's sleep
Can’t sleep? Here are the best foods and drinks to incorporate into your diet.
Can’t sleep? Here are the best foods and drinks to incorporate into your diet.