RFK Jr. pledges HHS will determine cause of autism by September

RFK Jr., the head of HHS, said the agency is taking on a "massive testing and research effort" to determine the cause of autism. Here's what to know.

Low-cost, healthy foods to power you through tough economy

An H-E-B dietician suggests low-cost, healthy food options you can put on the table during tough economic times.

Budget friendly, healthy snack options
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Registered Dietician Mary Katherine Hutchinson with HEB has some healthy snacking options if you're looking to grocery shop on a budget.

Low-cost food options to eat healthy
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In tough economic times, families may struggle to put healthy foods on the table. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Mary-Katherine, a registered dietician with HEB about low-cost, healthy options.

What to know about fluoride in drinking water as CDC plans to change guidance

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to end the use of fluoride in water and intends to tell the CDC to stop recommending fluoridation in communities across the country.

Houston heart attack survivor says he glimpsed heaven

After a man suffered a near-death experience from a massive heart attack, he had an out-of-body experience that changed his life forever.

Peace Love Autism in Tomball: More than a store, it's a community

One unique store in Tomball aims to celebrate the differences of those on the spectrum and create a community for them. The mother who started it says she needed a place like this when her son was first diagnosed with autism.

Peace Love Autism in Tomball
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A unique store in Tomball aims to celebrate the differences of those on the autism spectrum and create a community for them.?

RFK Jr. puts support behind MMR vaccine amid outbreak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. After the funeral, Kennedy threw his support behind the MMR vaccine.

Texas measles outbreak: Second child dies from measles-related complications

A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock. Houston health officials are urging residents to stay up-to-date on vaccinations.

Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported | FOX 26 Houston
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A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock. FOX 26's Jade Flury spoke to a Houston health official about the Texas measles outbreak and the cases that have been reported in Houston.

RFK Jr. attends funeral for Texas child who died of measles

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a trip to Texas on Sunday to attend the funeral of an 8-year-old girl who died of measles. In a post on social media, Kennedy said the best way to prevent the spread of measles in the MMR vaccine.

Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported

A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.

Houston: Measles case confirmed in Hobby Airport traveler
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The patient went through Hobby Airport on March 30 between 4-8 p.m. Anyone who was at the airport is asked to monitor their health through April 20.

Houston: Measles case confirmed in patient who traveled through Hobby Airport

Houston health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a patient who traveled through Hobby Airport last weekend. Anyone who was at the airport is advised to monitor your health for the next few weeks.

Spring officials share water safety tips following 11-year-old's drowning
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A Klein ISD student has died after he allegedly fell into Cypress Creek. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke to a Spring fire official for advice on how to keep kids safe in large bodies of water.

Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia

A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.

Measles case reported in Harris County

Harris County officials have reported a measles case in a juvenile patient.