Human-to-human transmission confirmed in China coronavirus outbreak

Human-to-human transmission has been confirmed in an outbreak of a new coronavirus in China, raising fears it could spread quickly.

74-year-old marathon runner dies after suffering heart attack during race

The male runner, 74 years old, suffered an apparent heart attack around mile 16. He was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased. 

3rd suspected flu-related death reported in Harris County

A third suspected flu-related death is being reported this season in Harris county. Doctors recommend washing your hands and getting a flu shot to avoid getting the flu.

China counts sharp rise in coronavirus cases, including 2 in Beijing

China reported Monday a sharp rise in the number of people infected with a new coronavirus, including the first cases in the capital.

Cancer medication causes former Olympian's skin to fall off due to mysterious syndrome

A former Olympian and beloved Houston teacher battling cancer soon realized things were about to get even worse. She ended up in the intensive care burn unit at Galveston’s UTMB Hospital after her skin began falling off from a rare syndrome that’s actually caused by medication.

US to screen airline passengers from China for new illness

U.S. health officials will begin screening airline passengers arriving from central China for a new virus that has sickened dozens and killed two.

Millennials least likely to get flu shot, believe anti-vaxxers

More than half of millennials - or people in their 20s and 30s- did not get the flu vaccine for the 2019-2020 season. Thirty-three percent of millennial responders were not planning to get one either.

Milwaukee woman dies after leaving ER due to long wait, family says

A 25-year-old woman who went to the emergency room complaining of chest pains and shortness of breath died shortly after leaving to seek help elsewhere due to long wait times, her family members claim.

Romaine lettuce E. coli outbreaks over, product safe to eat again, FDA says

Three separate outbreaks of E. coli-tainted romaine lettuce appeared to be over and the product was deemed safe to eat again, the FDA and CDC announced.

New procedure tightens skin non-invasively
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A new state-of-the-art procedure at Renew Body Contouring and MedSpa is tightening skin non-invasively, yet has similar results to plastic surgery.

Boy with 'Hero Arm' takes drink with right hand for first time

A 12-year-old Green Bay, Wisconsin, boy used his brand new “Hero Arm” to take a drink with his right hand for the very first time on December 6.

Angela After Dark: How do you know when it's time to seek therapy?
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Dr. Angela Jones says it's always best to start therapy when your mental health is at a simmer, not a boil. It's never bad to start therapy, especially if you're sleeping too long, having trouble getting out of bed or socializing. Bottom line, if you feel like you might need it even just a little, don't hesitate.

This year’s flu shot doesn’t exactly match the virus going around, CDC report warns

The main strain of the flu virus which is circulating currently doesn’t entirely match up with the flu vaccine that is being administered this year, according to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Texas online gamer saves UK teen who had seizure

A British teen who had a seizure while playing an online game with a Texas woman earlier this month was reportedly saved when his opponent alerted first responders from thousands of miles away.

Child's health in jeopardy after dad's identity is stolen
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Identity theft is difficult for just about everyone, but for U.S. Marine veteran Luis Ramos, it could be a matter of life and death. He says he could lose Medicaid for his child.