These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets

A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.

Alzheimer's disease could be reversed with investigational drug

TB006 is a new investigational drug could have the potential of treating Alzheimer's disease and reversing the effects.

New drug shows promise reversing Alzheimer's
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A local Houston doctor believes there is a breakthrough in Alzheimer's disease with a new drug that could reverse the disease. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with Dr. Joseph Perlman about the significance of the drug.

Preeclampsia Awareness Month: Explaining the disorder
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Preeclampsia impacts around 5 to 8% of all pregnancies, making it more of the one common complications. Dr. Todd Ivey, OBGYN at Texas Children?s Pavilion for Women, joined the Houston Morning Show to explain more about the disorder and raise awareness.

RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.

New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.

Double hip replacement marathoner makes history
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Carrie Bradshaw, a Houston resident, has likely become the first person to complete the Boston Marathon with double hip replacements. Melissa caught up with Bradshaw and her surgeon about the amazing accomplishment.

Children’s cereals are getting less healthy, study finds

A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.

Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination

The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.

Zapping away dry eyes with intense light

Are you one of the millions dealing with dry eye syndrome? FOX 26 senior legal analyst Chris Tritico talks about his dry eye struggles and the relief he saw after receiving Intense Pulsed Light therapy.

Light therapy for dry eyes
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Intense Pulsed Light therapy (IPL) is a non-invasive procedure using specific wavelengths of light to treat dry eye symptoms.

CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals: Report

CVS is reportedly offering staff rewards like bonuses and pizza parties to increase vaccination rates, amid slowing demand and growing public skepticism.

List: The most sleep-deprived U.S. cities, according to CDC data

Americans could use more sleep – and that’s especially true if you’re in the eastern half of the United States.

New FDA seasonal COVID-19 shot guidance seeks ‘evidence based’ approach

The FDA says the new approach will aim to balance a timely approval process for vaccines, while also weighing “the need for evidence" of their effectiveness for the masses.

Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Melanoma prevention
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You're likely spending more time outdoors, and as a result, increasing the risk of developing skin cancer. May is the month to raise awareness and push prevention.