Texas Coalition for Patients for patient rights
The recent murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO has ignited a nationwide discussion on the issue of health insurance claim denials. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on the new patient coalition in Texas.
The recent murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO has ignited a nationwide discussion on the issue of health insurance claim denials. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on the new patient coalition in Texas.
FDA approves 'non-opioid' painkillers
Journavx (suzetrigine) is said to reduce pin by "targeting a pain-signaling pathway involving sodium channels in the peripheral nervous system, before pain signals reach the brain," according to the FDA.
Journavx (suzetrigine) is said to reduce pin by "targeting a pain-signaling pathway involving sodium channels in the peripheral nervous system, before pain signals reach the brain," according to the FDA.
Early adult deaths rising in US: COVID-19, drug overdoses major causes
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
Explosion at Troy medical facility leaves 5-year-old dead after hyperbaric chamber blows up
Officials in Troy will hold a press conference late Friday morning to discuss an explosion at a medical facility.
Officials in Troy will hold a press conference late Friday morning to discuss an explosion at a medical facility.
Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, kidney surgery
Dwyane Wade, NBA legend and former Marquette Golden Eagles standout, revealed his cancer diagnosis on Thursday.
Dwyane Wade, NBA legend and former Marquette Golden Eagles standout, revealed his cancer diagnosis on Thursday.
Live updates: Funding freeze latest; RFK Jr. hearings; Trump's executive orders
Trump said he's directing opening a detention center at Guantanamo Bay to hold migrants in the U.S. illegally. More on that, and other latest headlines from the Trump administration.
Trump said he's directing opening a detention center at Guantanamo Bay to hold migrants in the U.S. illegally. More on that, and other latest headlines from the Trump administration.
This disease kills more people than all cancers and accidents combined
Heart disease remains the top killer of Americans as risk factors continue to grow.
Heart disease remains the top killer of Americans as risk factors continue to grow.
Who is RFK Jr.'s wife? Cheryl Hines seen at Senate confirmation hearing
Cheryl Hines, the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was seen sitting behind her husband Wednesday at his first Senate confirmation hearing.
Cheryl Hines, the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was seen sitting behind her husband Wednesday at his first Senate confirmation hearing.
Man eating 6-9 pounds of butter and cheese a day develops ‘cholesterol hands’ while on carnivore diet: JAMA
A man who told doctors he ate nothing, but 6–9 pounds of butter, cheese and hamburgers every day for eight months ended up at Tampa General Hospital with yellowish lumps of cholesterol developing on parts of his body.
A man who told doctors he ate nothing, but 6–9 pounds of butter, cheese and hamburgers every day for eight months ended up at Tampa General Hospital with yellowish lumps of cholesterol developing on parts of his body.
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
National Hot Tea Month: Benefits of hot tea
Hot tea has so many benefits! Monica Lewis, a certified tea specialist, shares more about good manners and a good cup of tea for National Hot Tea Month.
Hot tea has so many benefits! Monica Lewis, a certified tea specialist, shares more about good manners and a good cup of tea for National Hot Tea Month.
Combination of medication, diet could reverse type 2 diabetes, study finds
A recent study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be reversed through a combination of calorie reduction, physical activity, and the diabetes drug dapagliflozin, offering new hope for patients.
A recent study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be reversed through a combination of calorie reduction, physical activity, and the diabetes drug dapagliflozin, offering new hope for patients.
H5N9 bird flu outbreak: New virus strain detected on California farm
The H5N9 strain of avian influenza is much more rare than the H5N1 which has been responsible for most of the reported human cases and the first human death.
The H5N9 strain of avian influenza is much more rare than the H5N1 which has been responsible for most of the reported human cases and the first human death.
Houston free resource for kids with disabilities
A valuable and free resource is available in Houston for children with disabilities. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson shares more on Family to Family Network, a parent-run organization, which ensures children have the tools they need to be independent adults.
A valuable and free resource is available in Houston for children with disabilities. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson shares more on Family to Family Network, a parent-run organization, which ensures children have the tools they need to be independent adults.
Pfizer to pay nearly $60M over kickbacks for migraine drug once promoted by Lady Gaga
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
Respiratory illnesses rise due to holiday festivities, winter weather
Health officials advise increased hand washing and use of face masks.
Health officials advise increased hand washing and use of face masks.
Nasal spray to treat depression: Clinical trial conducted in Houston
Dr. Joao de Quevedo with UTHealth Houston shares what researchers found during a clinical trial for Spravato, the first FDA-approved nasal spray to treat depression.
Dr. Joao de Quevedo with UTHealth Houston shares what researchers found during a clinical trial for Spravato, the first FDA-approved nasal spray to treat depression.
Surgeon says insurance provider contacted her during patient's surgery
“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.
“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.
FDA proposes putting nutrition labels on the front of food packages
The FDA proposes front-of-package nutrition labels to help consumers quickly identify levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars in packaged foods.
The FDA proposes front-of-package nutrition labels to help consumers quickly identify levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars in packaged foods.
FDA bans Red 3 food dye: What products contain the dye?
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.