Measles vaccination rates in Texas: Find your school district
A measles outbreak in West Texas has people across the state curious about their communities. You can check the vaccination rates in your district and county here.
A measles outbreak in West Texas has people across the state curious about their communities. You can check the vaccination rates in your district and county here.
Measles case reported in Mexia ISD a "false alarm," Texas DSHS says
The Texas Department of State Health Services says that a reported case of measles in Mexia ISD was a "false alarm." The school later clarified that it's actually a different contagious disease.
The Texas Department of State Health Services says that a reported case of measles in Mexia ISD was a "false alarm." The school later clarified that it's actually a different contagious disease.
SinuCleanse nasal wash system under voluntary recall due to microbial contamination
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Who are the Mennonites? Texas measles outbreak impacts community
The measles outbreak in West Texas is significantly impacting the region's Mennonite community. Here's what we know about them.
The measles outbreak in West Texas is significantly impacting the region's Mennonite community. Here's what we know about them.
Texas measles outbreak: Doctor speaks on illness, MMR vaccine and more
Dr. Susan Wootton joined FOX 26 following confirmation of a child who died from measles in west Texas.
Dr. Susan Wootton joined FOX 26 following confirmation of a child who died from measles in west Texas.
Texas child becomes first to die of measles in U.S. since 2015
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
First death reported in Texas measles outbreak
This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Texas Medical Board increases transparency for Botox treatments
The Texas Medical Board has tightened transparency regulations on clinics that perform Botox and hydration therapies.
The Texas Medical Board has tightened transparency regulations on clinics that perform Botox and hydration therapies.
Victory Lap awareness walk in Houston this Saturday to fight colon cancer
Everyone in the Greater Houston area is invited to join the event to not only show their support for colon cancer awareness but to engage in meaningful conversations about the importance of health screenings.
Everyone in the Greater Houston area is invited to join the event to not only show their support for colon cancer awareness but to engage in meaningful conversations about the importance of health screenings.
Texas Measles outbreak 2025: 124 cases identified
A measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow. State health officials say the outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years.
A measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow. State health officials say the outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years.
Colon cancer survivors ready for 'victory lap'
Three men who've undergone treatment for colon cancer are participating in the Victory Lap Awareness Walk, an event to raise awareness about early colon cancer detection. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke to the men who share their stories and advocate for early screenings.
Three men who've undergone treatment for colon cancer are participating in the Victory Lap Awareness Walk, an event to raise awareness about early colon cancer detection. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke to the men who share their stories and advocate for early screenings.
Exploring ways to get better, restorative sleep
We're exploring ways to get more restorative sleep and FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares advice from modern wellness expert Sam Tejada about fresh ideas and unexpected ways to get that deep sleep you need.
We're exploring ways to get more restorative sleep and FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares advice from modern wellness expert Sam Tejada about fresh ideas and unexpected ways to get that deep sleep you need.
Possible measles cases in San Marcos, San Antonio
A measles outbreak has been reported in West Texas, reaching San Antonio and San Marcos, as the number of recorded cases in the state increases to 90.
A measles outbreak has been reported in West Texas, reaching San Antonio and San Marcos, as the number of recorded cases in the state increases to 90.
San Antonio warns of possible measles exposure
The City of San Antonio is warning residents about a potential exposure to measles at UT San Antonio and the Riverwalk earlier this month.
The City of San Antonio is warning residents about a potential exposure to measles at UT San Antonio and the Riverwalk earlier this month.
Measles: Hays County warns of possible exposure in San Marcos
People who were at Texas State University from approximately 3 to 7 p.m. and Twin Peaks Restaurant from 6 to 10 p.m. on Feb. 14, 2025 may be at risk of developing measles due to exposure.
People who were at Texas State University from approximately 3 to 7 p.m. and Twin Peaks Restaurant from 6 to 10 p.m. on Feb. 14, 2025 may be at risk of developing measles due to exposure.
New coronavirus discovered in Chinese bats: What we know
This new virus reportedly can bind to humans in a comparable manner to the virus that causes COVID-19.
This new virus reportedly can bind to humans in a comparable manner to the virus that causes COVID-19.
Texas measles outbreak: 90 cases reported since late January, officials say
According to Texas Health and Human Services, the majority of cases are from children ages 0-17 years old.
According to Texas Health and Human Services, the majority of cases are from children ages 0-17 years old.
Flu season is peaking in these 13 states, data shows
With flu cases spiking in the U.S., the CDC released new stats for flu activity nationwide. Here are the states with the highest activity.
With flu cases spiking in the U.S., the CDC released new stats for flu activity nationwide. Here are the states with the highest activity.
Texas Measles outbreak 2025: Cases nearly double over past week
Measles cases in Texas have nearly doubled in the past week with an additional 28 cases reported Friday.
Measles cases in Texas have nearly doubled in the past week with an additional 28 cases reported Friday.
Eating out of plastics harmful for heart: study
Throughout February, we've shared several ways to protect your heart. A recent study says eating out of plastic containers could harm your heart. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson speaks with Dr. John Higgins from UTHealth Houston who explains more about this finding.
Throughout February, we've shared several ways to protect your heart. A recent study says eating out of plastic containers could harm your heart. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson speaks with Dr. John Higgins from UTHealth Houston who explains more about this finding.