Texas measles outbreak 2025: Cases reported in 2 new counties, total rises to 422
State health officials reported 22 new cases Tuesday.
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
Inhaled insulin offers hope for diabetes management
Inhaled insulin has been available for about a decade, offering a rapid-acting alternative to traditional insulin shots. While it's been around a while, many patients don't know about it because it's not commercially advertised.
Fort Bend County reports first measles case in its area
Fort Bend County has reported its first case of measles in the area.
RFK Jr. says states can – and should – block soda from food stamps benefits
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says states will now be allowed to ban people from using SNAP benefits – better known as food stamps – to pay for sodas.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Measles cases jump to 400
State health officials reported 73 new measles cases on Friday.
Parents of Texas girl who died from measles still wouldn't vaccinate
The parents of an unvaccinated 6-year-old Texas girl who died from measles said they still wouldn't recommend vaccinations during an interview with an anti-vaccination organization last week.
Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: 18 new cases reported in West Texas
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 18 new cases of measles in the state on Tuesday.
RFK Jr. reportedly plans to ban pharmaceutical ads on TV
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.
Hitchcock ISD providing free Narcan on all campuses, school buses
Hitchcock ISD is hoping to be part of the solution to combat fentanyl poisoning by making Narcan free and readily available for students and staff inside all campuses and school buses.
West Virginia becomes 1st state to ban range of food dyes
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: More than 300 cases detected in state
More than 300 measles cases have been detected in Texas since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Texas lawmakers call for CDC transparency amid measles outbreak
The state's Democratic Congressional representatives are calling on the CDC to be more transparent with its response to Texas' measles outbreak.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: State reports 20 new cases as total nears 300 infections
Health officials on Tuesday said an addition 20 cases of measles have been reported in Texas, driving the state's total to nearly 300.
Houston woman develops Cognitive Busy Box to help families dealing with dementia
A Houston woman inspired by her mother's battle with Alzheimer's created the Cognitive Busy Box to help families connect with their own loved ones who are battling dementia.