Norovirus outbreak: How to protect yourself from the ‘winter vomiting bug’
Cases of norovirus have surged in the first week of December alone, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Cases of norovirus have surged in the first week of December alone, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Beating the odds: Inspiring stories of cancer survivors in 2024
Cancer remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1 in 3 people, but many are surviving and thriving after treatment.
Cancer remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1 in 3 people, but many are surviving and thriving after treatment.
Norovirus outbreaks surge across US: What you need to know
Norovirus outbreaks are surging in the United States this winter, with 91 cases reported in early December, a significant rise from previous years, according to CDC data.
Norovirus outbreaks are surging in the United States this winter, with 91 cases reported in early December, a significant rise from previous years, according to CDC data.
New bill would mandate gyms to carry equipment for Americans with disabilities
Congressional Democrats are pushing for a massive overhaul to regulatory policy concerning Americans with disabilities.
Congressional Democrats are pushing for a massive overhaul to regulatory policy concerning Americans with disabilities.
'Candy Cane Wishes' brings Christmas joy to young patients at Texas Children's Hospital
Texans Children's Hospital transformed into Candy Cane Lane for young cancer patients to enjoy the Christmas holiday!
Texans Children's Hospital transformed into Candy Cane Lane for young cancer patients to enjoy the Christmas holiday!
Texas Children's holiday magic for cancer patients
Hospital halls turned into "Candy Cane Lane" on Christmas for young cancer patients to take their mind off treatments and become surrounded in holiday joy. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson has more on the heartwarming story.
Hospital halls turned into "Candy Cane Lane" on Christmas for young cancer patients to take their mind off treatments and become surrounded in holiday joy. FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson has more on the heartwarming story.
Sensory-friendly Santa brings holiday joy to children at TIRR Memorial Hermann
A mom in North Houston helped children with sensory issues at TIRR Memorial Hermann enjoy a magical experience with Santa through a sensory-friendly holiday event.
A mom in North Houston helped children with sensory issues at TIRR Memorial Hermann enjoy a magical experience with Santa through a sensory-friendly holiday event.
Increased deaths from heart attacks during Christmas week, how to maintain heart health
The American Heart Association report more people die from heart attacks during Christmas week than at any other time of the year. An interventional cardiologist shares ways to protect yourself.
The American Heart Association report more people die from heart attacks during Christmas week than at any other time of the year. An interventional cardiologist shares ways to protect yourself.
Increased risk of heart attacks Christmas week
The American Health Association has a wakeup call as they report more people die from heart attacks during Christmas week than at any other time of the year. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with an interventional cardiologist at Vital Heart & Vein on ways to protect yourself.
The American Health Association has a wakeup call as they report more people die from heart attacks during Christmas week than at any other time of the year. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson spoke with an interventional cardiologist at Vital Heart & Vein on ways to protect yourself.
Eggs now qualify as ‘healthy’ food, FDA says: Here’s why
The FDA updated their definition of "healthy" foods last week, changing the way eggs are now classified.
The FDA updated their definition of "healthy" foods last week, changing the way eggs are now classified.
Hitchcock HS employee diagnosed with tuberculosis; possible 120 students, staff exposed
A case of active tuberculosis was confirmed in a staff member at Hitchcock High School leading to an active investigation to contact those possibly exposed.
A case of active tuberculosis was confirmed in a staff member at Hitchcock High School leading to an active investigation to contact those possibly exposed.
Bird flu latest: California declares emergency as US reports 1st severe human case
A person in Louisiana is in critical condition after contracting bird flu from handling sick and dead birds in a backyard flock.
A person in Louisiana is in critical condition after contracting bird flu from handling sick and dead birds in a backyard flock.
Severe human case of bird flu confirmed in Louisiana, CDC says
A Louisiana patient was hospitalized after they were confirmed to have a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, according to the CDC.
A Louisiana patient was hospitalized after they were confirmed to have a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, according to the CDC.
Surgery at Texas Children's Hospital brings hope to unborn baby with spina bifida
A Georgia mother underwent surgery at Texas Children's Hospital to mend her unborn baby's spine, affected by a rare birth defect and Melissa Wilson was invited into the operating room.
A Georgia mother underwent surgery at Texas Children's Hospital to mend her unborn baby's spine, affected by a rare birth defect and Melissa Wilson was invited into the operating room.
Bird flu case confirmed in Texas City after infected bird found
A case of the bird flu has been confirmed in Texas City by Galveston County officials after they detected the virus in a bird in December.
A case of the bird flu has been confirmed in Texas City by Galveston County officials after they detected the virus in a bird in December.
‘Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner says incurable cancer diagnosis led to Theresa Nist divorce
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
State agency to ask lawmakers for $300M to fix 'significant neglect' in Texas’ Medicaid enrollment system
The request, which includes hiring more staff and updating the online application system, comes as applicants must wait for months to receive approval for benefits.
The request, which includes hiring more staff and updating the online application system, comes as applicants must wait for months to receive approval for benefits.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies at 34
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
How to stay healthy throughout the holidays
It may seem like almost everyone around you has the sniffles right now, but hope is on the horizon.
It may seem like almost everyone around you has the sniffles right now, but hope is on the horizon.