Flu season doctor visits are at highest level in 15 years
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Bird flu in cattle: 2nd type of strain detected in US dairy cows
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
Playing classical music to unborn babies can stimulate development, study suggests
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
Microplastics in people's brains increased by 50% in 8 years, study finds
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Family keeps faith son will be cured of blindness
We're meeting back up with a mom who has been fighting for her son's eye sight since the day he was born. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson caught up with the mother who's twins are thriving even while dealing with a rare condition.
We're meeting back up with a mom who has been fighting for her son's eye sight since the day he was born. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson caught up with the mother who's twins are thriving even while dealing with a rare condition.
National Women Physicians Day
February 3 is National Women Physicians Day. A local female surgeon is beyond proud that women doctors are recognized today.
February 3 is National Women Physicians Day. A local female surgeon is beyond proud that women doctors are recognized today.
New Texas patient advocacy group fighting unfair health insurance claim denials
The Texas Coalition for Patients is fighting for patients rights in health insurance coverage.
The Texas Coalition for Patients is fighting for patients rights in health insurance coverage.
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.