Cigarette smoking has declined sharply in US: Here are the numbers, according to research
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.
Why allergy season feels worse in 2025 and what you can do about it
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Nearly 700 cases reported since January
New cases in Denton County and Travis County were not connected to the outbreak, according to officials.
New cases in Denton County and Travis County were not connected to the outbreak, according to officials.
Baylor College of Medicine announces 122 employee layoffs
Baylor College of Medicine announced on Wednesday over 100 employee layoffs in response to the uncertainty of federal funding support for academic medical institutions.
Baylor College of Medicine announced on Wednesday over 100 employee layoffs in response to the uncertainty of federal funding support for academic medical institutions.
Texas Senate passes bill clarifying when doctors can perform medically necessary abortions
The "Life of the Mother Act" clarifies what is considered a "life-threatening" situation for medical providers.
The "Life of the Mother Act" clarifies what is considered a "life-threatening" situation for medical providers.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: 17 new cases reported
State health officials on Tuesday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 663 since January.
State health officials on Tuesday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 663 since January.
Houston pharmacy gave men muscle relaxers, opioids prescribed by OBGYN, DEA says
A civil complaint has been filed against a Houston pharmacy and its owners for dispensing painkillers and muscle relaxers to male customers, but the prescriptions came from doctors specializing in obstetrics and gynecology care.
A civil complaint has been filed against a Houston pharmacy and its owners for dispensing painkillers and muscle relaxers to male customers, but the prescriptions came from doctors specializing in obstetrics and gynecology care.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Cases climb to 646 since January
State health officials on Friday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 646 since January.
State health officials on Friday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 646 since January.
Texas MS150 returns cyclists to Texas roads for 41st year
More than 4,000 riders have signed up to participate in the Texas MS 150 this year.
More than 4,000 riders have signed up to participate in the Texas MS 150 this year.
New blood test unveiled to enhance detection of common cancers
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry: What to know
The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.
The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.
FOX 26 EXCLUSIVE: Harris County judge speaks on brain injury that prompted DWI allegations
Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson returned to work after her DWI case was dismissed. She spoke exclusively with FOX 26's Melissa Wilson about the major injury she says led to the DWI claims.
Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson returned to work after her DWI case was dismissed. She spoke exclusively with FOX 26's Melissa Wilson about the major injury she says led to the DWI claims.
Black Men's Wellness Day in Houston
Black Men's Wellness Day is happening this Saturday at the University of Houston.
Black Men's Wellness Day is happening this Saturday at the University of Houston.
Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
US birthrates: People over 40 giving birth surpass teens for first time
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
FDA plans to phase out use of artificial food-dye
The FDA announced a plan to get rid of eight petroleum-based artificial colors from the nation's food supply, such as red dye, citing potential adverse health effects.
The FDA announced a plan to get rid of eight petroleum-based artificial colors from the nation's food supply, such as red dye, citing potential adverse health effects.
RFK Jr. to launch national autism registry collecting Americans’ medical records
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
Houston baseball player survives life-threatening brain aneurysm
A rising star high school baseball player was about to head off to pitch in college when a sudden, life-threatening condition changed everything.
A rising star high school baseball player was about to head off to pitch in college when a sudden, life-threatening condition changed everything.
Texas hospitals spent millions caring for non-citizens, according to HHSC
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said hospitals have seen tens of thousands of visits from non-citizens since they starting asking for immigration status in November.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said hospitals have seen tens of thousands of visits from non-citizens since they starting asking for immigration status in November.