Health

Health officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in Harris County this year. Here's what we know.

Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.

In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.

General Mills says “certified colors" will be removed from all U.S. cereals and K-12 school foods by summer of 2026.

The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.

The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.

Test could detect tumors earlier when they are more curable, researchers say.

A district court judge has sided with Harris County in a lawsuit over public health funds that were illegally eliminated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services earlier this year.

Texas health officials are reporting six new cases of measles Tuesday tied to an outbreak in West Texas.

Senators Bernie Sanders and Angus King have introduced the End Prescription Drug Ads Now Act, a bill that would ban all direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising.

Nurse Kristen Waller has come full circle. Once a baby fighting cancer at Texas Children's Hospital, her journey inspired her to become a nurse. Now, she works alongside the oncologist who helped save her life.

A Father's Day tribute to the Hollywood star celebrates how he teaches 'resilience and unconditional love' despite frontotemporal dementia.

The new "Endolift" facelift at Vedas Medical Spa offers a quick and effective alternative to traditional facelifts with immediate visible results.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.