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.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
Preventing illness during this time of year
It may seem like almost everyone around you has the sniffles right now, but hope is on the horizon, thanks to specialists like Dr. Meha Fox, an ear, nose, and throat expert at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Her latest insights into sinus health could revolutionize the way we approach common ailments.
It may seem like almost everyone around you has the sniffles right now, but hope is on the horizon, thanks to specialists like Dr. Meha Fox, an ear, nose, and throat expert at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Her latest insights into sinus health could revolutionize the way we approach common ailments.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
Preventing holiday heart attacks
The holidays are a time for family and friends to get together, but that can also cause a lot of stress. FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats speaks with Doctor Brooke Goldner about preventing holiday heart attacks.
The holidays are a time for family and friends to get together, but that can also cause a lot of stress. FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats speaks with Doctor Brooke Goldner about preventing holiday heart attacks.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Experts discuss Mental Health Stigma and Solutions ahead of upcoming IAPAC Gala
Anchor Rashi Vats speaks with experts about the Mental Health Crisis in America.
Anchor Rashi Vats speaks with experts about the Mental Health Crisis in America.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
This kind of drinking is even worse than binge drinking
There’s a large focus on the health risks associated with binge drinking. Now, the term “high-intensity drinking" is also gaining attention.
There’s a large focus on the health risks associated with binge drinking. Now, the term “high-intensity drinking" is also gaining attention.