Why do men avoid going to the doctors? Local doctor tells us why.
Breaking news... Men avoid doctors. Well, maybe we've all known that - in fact, 65 percent of those surveyed - say they avoid yearly physicals and only go when seriously ill if even then. So, why is that and what are health experts doing to to help men change their ways? Dr. Benedict Ifedi with Memorial Hermann Medical Group in Katy helps explain.
Breaking news... Men avoid doctors. Well, maybe we've all known that - in fact, 65 percent of those surveyed - say they avoid yearly physicals and only go when seriously ill if even then. So, why is that and what are health experts doing to to help men change their ways? Dr. Benedict Ifedi with Memorial Hermann Medical Group in Katy helps explain.
Cash, guns and trucks: West Virginia launches COVID-19 vaccine incentive lottery
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced this week the state will launch a COVID-19 vaccine incentive lottery with prizes ranging from cash, trucks, guns and weekend trips.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced this week the state will launch a COVID-19 vaccine incentive lottery with prizes ranging from cash, trucks, guns and weekend trips.
Patient influx from other states increases Kansas abortions
The number of abortions performed in Kansas increased by 9.1% last year as far more women traveled from Oklahoma and Texas to terminate pregnancies than in 2019 and the state reported that out-of-state patients outnumbered Kansas patients for the first time in almost 50 years.
The number of abortions performed in Kansas increased by 9.1% last year as far more women traveled from Oklahoma and Texas to terminate pregnancies than in 2019 and the state reported that out-of-state patients outnumbered Kansas patients for the first time in almost 50 years.
FDA recalls unauthorized at-home coronavirus rapid test over false results concerns
The COVID-19 antigen and antibody test kits were distributed to pharmacies and sold directly to consumers, and the FDA said it has "serious concerns about the performance" of both tests.
The COVID-19 antigen and antibody test kits were distributed to pharmacies and sold directly to consumers, and the FDA said it has "serious concerns about the performance" of both tests.
Target reopens fitting rooms at all stores after closing to customers during pandemic
Target said it began opening some of the dressing rooms at the start of Memorial Day weekend, and all were expected to reopen by June 1. The only exception is “a small number” being used for vaccine administration.
Target said it began opening some of the dressing rooms at the start of Memorial Day weekend, and all were expected to reopen by June 1. The only exception is “a small number” being used for vaccine administration.
Supreme Court rejects appeal of Johnson & Johnson $2B ovarian cancer talc verdict
A jury found Johnson & Johnson’s talc products contain asbestos and that asbestos-laced talc can cause ovarian cancer. The company disputes both points, but a $2 billion verdict has been upheld by the Supreme Court.
A jury found Johnson & Johnson’s talc products contain asbestos and that asbestos-laced talc can cause ovarian cancer. The company disputes both points, but a $2 billion verdict has been upheld by the Supreme Court.
Moderna seeks full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.
Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.
New COVID-19 variant found in Vietnam is hybrid of India, UK strains
Vietnam's health minister said the new variant could be responsible for a recent surge, which has spread to 30 of the country’s 63 municipalities and provinces.
Vietnam's health minister said the new variant could be responsible for a recent surge, which has spread to 30 of the country’s 63 municipalities and provinces.
Uptick in coronavirus cases prompts Chinese city to lock down neighborhood
The southern Chinese city of Guangzhou has shut down a neighborhood and ordered residents to stay home for door-to-door coronavirus testing following an upsurge in infections that has rattled authorities.
The southern Chinese city of Guangzhou has shut down a neighborhood and ordered residents to stay home for door-to-door coronavirus testing following an upsurge in infections that has rattled authorities.
Ahead of summer, coronavirus cases fall dramatically in Europe
Coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and deaths are plummeting across much of Europe.
Coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and deaths are plummeting across much of Europe.
Immunity to COVID-19 could last for years, new studies suggest
Both studies published in May suggest that individuals who were infected with COVID-19 and got the vaccine could have immunity against the virus, plus variants, for years.
Both studies published in May suggest that individuals who were infected with COVID-19 and got the vaccine could have immunity against the virus, plus variants, for years.
Memorial Day Weekend will see lower risk of COVID spread, says Houston health authority
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
COVID-19 worries amid Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
More than 100 employees suing Houston Methodist for requiring them to get COVID-19 vaccine
According to a lawsuit provided by the attorney, a total of 117 plaintiffs are included, where they say their employer has forced them to participate in what is being described as “an experimental vaccine trial as a condition for continued employment.”
According to a lawsuit provided by the attorney, a total of 117 plaintiffs are included, where they say their employer has forced them to participate in what is being described as “an experimental vaccine trial as a condition for continued employment.”
Getting ALL the vaccines!
43 percent of eligible Texans have had at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Some older adults may also be due for their pneumonia vaccine, a shingles vaccine, and what about the flu vaccine too? Is it safe to get them all? Dr. Anna Maria Macaluso Davidson with Memorial Hermann helps answer your concerns.
43 percent of eligible Texans have had at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Some older adults may also be due for their pneumonia vaccine, a shingles vaccine, and what about the flu vaccine too? Is it safe to get them all? Dr. Anna Maria Macaluso Davidson with Memorial Hermann helps answer your concerns.
European regulators approve Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12-15
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowers COVID-19 threat level
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the COVID-19 threat indicator from Level 2: Orange to Level 3: Yellow, the system’s second-lowest threat level.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the COVID-19 threat indicator from Level 2: Orange to Level 3: Yellow, the system’s second-lowest threat level.
Don't Fry Day: Doctors encourage sun safety
This Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start to summer, and a doctor urges you to protect your skin, not only in the summer but all year long.
This Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start to summer, and a doctor urges you to protect your skin, not only in the summer but all year long.
CVS launches sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, offering cruises, Super Bowl VIP tickets
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
Harris County Health Department says to expect more mosquitoes in the next 5-7 days
With the steady rainfall the Houston area has received over the past several weeks, experts are saying it is a guarantee we will see an increase in mosquitos in the next five to seven days.
With the steady rainfall the Houston area has received over the past several weeks, experts are saying it is a guarantee we will see an increase in mosquitos in the next five to seven days.