What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?

The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.

Here's how many people say they've never had COVID

It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.

Unvaccinated adult dies after measles infection in New Mexico, health officials say

New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.

DJ Daniel, father say honor during President Trump's speech was a surprise

Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.

Warmer spring to trigger longer allergy season

Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.

Houston man died during marathon, was revived
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A local marathon runner was brought back to life after suffering from cardiac arrest in 2017 during the Chevron Houston Marathon and now uses his survival to inspire local initiatives to teach CPR to the community.

How to claim leftover FSA money before deadline
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The average person leaved $375 on the table each year when it comes to spending the last of the money in their healthcare Flex Spending Account. Charlene Rhinehart, CPA and GoodRx personal finance editor, shares how you make sure you get your money before the deadline.

Two suspected measles samples in Harris County test negative

Two possible measles cases in Houston tested negative as more than 140 cases have been reported in the state in the past month.

Houston Health Department hosting measles vaccination clinic on Saturday

According to a news release, the Houston Health Department is taking proactive steps to protect the community from measles by hosting a free vaccination clinic for TVFC (Texas Vaccines for Children) and ASN eligible clients on Saturday, March 1 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study

Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.

Fifth Ward, Kashmere Gardens residents to receive soil testing results

Houston residents in Fifth Ward and Kashmere Gardens are expected to get test results for cancer-causing chemicals in their community.