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

New laser facelift offers no knife treatment
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We're exploring the new "Endolift" facelift at Vedas Medical Spa which offers a quick and effective alternative to traditional facelifts. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson visited the spa as one patient gets treatment.

RFK Jr.'s newest CDC vaccine panel includes critics of COVID shots, lockdowns

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.

Music helps heal boy from rare condition

When an 11-year-old boy faced a rare form of autoimmune encephalitis that attacked his brain, music therapy played a crucial role in his recovery.

Music helps heal boy from rare condition
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Music therapy played a crucial role in Levi's recovery, sparking rapid improvement and helping him regain strength.

RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine panel

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced he has dismissed all 17 members of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, citing concerns over conflicts of interest.

Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds

A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.

Can foods protect you from the sun? What experts say about edible sunscreen

As edible sunscreens gain popularity this summer, dermatologists say they’re safe — but no replacement for topical sunscreen when it comes to UV protection.

How to manage rising blood pressure

High blood pressure is increasingly common, with half of all adults affected. It poses serious health risks, including heart disease and stroke.

Summer safety tips for kids from Memorial Hermann
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With summer starting for many kids around Houston, Dr. Camila Calderon shares common summer ER visits and tips to keep your kids safe and healthy.

How to manage high blood pressure
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With 1 in 2 adults affected by high blood pressure, cardiologist Dr. Nidal Ganim shares tips with FOX's Melissa Wilson on how to control and protect your health.

Here's what makes you a prime target for mosquitoes

Mosquitoes may target people based on heat, scent and even genetics. Here’s what experts are saying.

Woman killed by brain-eating amoeba after cleaning sinuses with water in Texas: CDC

The report says she developed severe neurologic symptoms, including fever, headache, and altered mental status. She died eight days after her symptoms began.

What's making you pass gas? Local doctor weighs in
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Dr. Gregory Burzynski from resTOR Longevity Clinic breaks down common causes behind people "cutting the cheese."

EPA soil testing in Fifth Ward comes back clean
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The EPA reports no risk after new soil tests at Fifth Ward's Hester House following earlier findings of cancer-causing chemicals in February. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the latest.

Mosaics offers mental health, addiction help
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Here's how Mosaics, a local non-profit, is connecting people with the help they need. Executive Director Jamie Freels-Runey tells us more.