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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cognitive busy box to help those with dementia
Amanda Bailey's was inspired by her mother's battle with Alzheimer's to create a cognitive busy box to help families connect with their own loved ones who are battling dementia. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with Bailey about the impact of the busy box.
Amanda Bailey's was inspired by her mother's battle with Alzheimer's to create a cognitive busy box to help families connect with their own loved ones who are battling dementia. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with Bailey about the impact of the busy box.
Texas lawmakers want to add warning label to social media platforms
Texas House Bill 499 would require platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to show a warning that there is a link between a teen's social media usage and significant mental health issues. A similar bill was introduced in Congress, but it never made it out of committee.
Texas House Bill 499 would require platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to show a warning that there is a link between a teen's social media usage and significant mental health issues. A similar bill was introduced in Congress, but it never made it out of committee.
Infant measles case confirmed as third in Houston this year, officials say
A measles case in a Houston infant has been confirmed as the third case of measles in the city, according to the Houston Health Department.
A measles case in a Houston infant has been confirmed as the third case of measles in the city, according to the Houston Health Department.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: State reports dozens of new cases, infections in new counties
Texas state health officials have reported dozens of new measles cases in its Friday update.
Texas state health officials have reported dozens of new measles cases in its Friday update.
Health experts warn against men trimming their eyelashes
Men have been posting TikTok videos of them trimming their eyelashes in order to look more masculine. But health experts want to remind you that eyelashes have a purpose.
Men have been posting TikTok videos of them trimming their eyelashes in order to look more masculine. But health experts want to remind you that eyelashes have a purpose.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: More than 200 cases reported by the state
More than 200 cases of measles have been confirmed in West Texas since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
More than 200 cases of measles have been confirmed in West Texas since late January, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Fifth Ward cancer cluster: Leaders work to inform residents about issues
City workers and volunteers worked on Monday to inform residents living in a cancer cluster in Houston's Fifth Ward about ways to learn more and receive free early cancer screenings.
City workers and volunteers worked on Monday to inform residents living in a cancer cluster in Houston's Fifth Ward about ways to learn more and receive free early cancer screenings.
The lingering impact of long COVID five years later
Five years ago this week, the pandemic started shutting down our country, and millions started working from home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More than 7 million people around the world have died from it.
Five years ago this week, the pandemic started shutting down our country, and millions started working from home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More than 7 million people around the world have died from it.
The lingering impact of long COVID five years later
Five years ago this week, the pandemic started shutting down our country, and millions started working from home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More than 7 million people around the world have died from it. Even after all this time, some people are still feeling negative effects from the virus they contracted at the beginning of the pandemic. FOX 26 Houston's Melissa Wilson caught up with a patient from New York City, America's ground zero, who suffers to this day from long COVID.
Five years ago this week, the pandemic started shutting down our country, and millions started working from home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More than 7 million people around the world have died from it. Even after all this time, some people are still feeling negative effects from the virus they contracted at the beginning of the pandemic. FOX 26 Houston's Melissa Wilson caught up with a patient from New York City, America's ground zero, who suffers to this day from long COVID.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Measles case in Maryland traced to traveler at Dulles Airport
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.