FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.

Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans begins today

The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.

Mother grateful for St. Jude saving son with leukemia
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A Waller mom says St. Jude's Children Research Hospital saved her son's life and she's sharing their story to help raise money through the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson sat down with the mom to hear more.

RFK Jr. backtracks claim on Tylenol tie to autism
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U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now says there is no sufficient evidence that ties Tylenol use during pregnancy to the development of autism.

Promising cancer treatment using LED light and tin flakes kills skin and colon cancer cells in 30 minutes

Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.

Blood pressure medication recalled due to cancerous chemical

More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical. 

UH student plays key role in groundbreaking cancer discovery
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A University of Houston biology student is contributing to cancer research. He talks about a groundbreaking discovery that involves the COVID vaccine.

Texas attorney general sues Tylenol maker over autism claims

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol claiming the company failed to warn customers about the risk of taking the drug during pregnancy.

More than 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication recalled: See the list

The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.

As we fall back, here's how much sleep your state gets

A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.

Eye drops could help replace reading glasses
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A new eye drop, Vizz, was recently FDA approved and is helping people regain near vision without glasses. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with Dr. Allan Panzer about the benefits of the drops.

Warmer temperatures fuel increased sugar consumption, study says

A new study published in Nature Climate Change reveals that warmer weather may be increasing Americans’ sugar intake.

Federal government shutdown and SNAP food benefits: FAQ

SNAP benefits for November will not be issued if the federal government shutdown continues past October 27. Here are some answers to some frequently asked questions.

Just a little alcohol could increase dementia risk for seniors, study finds

A new study led by the University of Oxford, in collaboration with Yale and Cambridge, suggests that even small amounts of alcohol consumption may increase the risk of dementia in older adults.

Peanut allergies dropped significantly in last 10 years, study found

Changing advice on when to introduce young children to peanuts helped tens of thousands of kids avoid the allergy, a newly-published study found.

FOX 26 Health Watch
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Running could help prevent Parkinsons Disease, ways to reduce nervous habits

6 heart-healthy foods
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Everyone is trying to reduce their risk. One easy way is adding six foods to your diet.