Pope Francis to remain hospitalized for respiratory tract infection
Pope Francis, 88, has been in the hospital since Friday with a “polymicrobial respiratory tract infection.”
Houston man fighting West Nile virus from mosquito bite denied care from local hospitals
A man who caught West Nile virus after being bitten by a mosquito during Hurricane Beryl is fighting to find care in the Houston area as he slowly recovers.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Dozens of cases reported in last 3 weeks
In the last three weeks, 48 cases of measles have been identified, sending 13 patients to the hospital, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
Texas measles outbreak: Cases double since Friday
The Texas Department of State Health Services is reporting an outbreak of measles in Gaines County. As of Feb. 11, 2025, 24 cases have been identified with symptom-onset within the last two weeks.
Houston man loses half his body weight, transforming life and career
After a health scare and a pivotal conversation with his doctor, Jason decided to take control of his life. He embarked on a transformative journey that not only changed his physical appearance but also his career path.
Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order
A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Texas measles outbreak among children leads to health alert
As of Feb. 7, 2025, 10 cases of measles have been identified within the last two weeks.
Breast cancer treatment advancements emerge from Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is at the forefront of advancements in breast cancer treatment by pioneering a "right-sizing surgery", potentially eliminating the need for surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation for patients with early stage ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).
Flu season doctor visits are at highest level in 15 years
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Bird flu in cattle: 2nd type of strain detected in US dairy cows
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
Playing classical music to unborn babies can stimulate development, study suggests
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
Microplastics in people's brains increased by 50% in 8 years, study finds
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
