COVID-19, flu vaccine rates decrease, why?
Fewer than 20% of Americans have received the updated COVID-19 vaccine, according to a recent CDC report. Flu vaccine rates are down this season as well. Infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Hotez with the Baylor College of Medicine has an explanation for this new information.
Fewer than 20% of Americans have received the updated COVID-19 vaccine, according to a recent CDC report. Flu vaccine rates are down this season as well. Infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Hotez with the Baylor College of Medicine has an explanation for this new information.
Soccer headers cause more damage to brain than previously thought, study suggests
A new study links soccer heading to structural brain abnormalities, raising concerns about long-term cognitive effects.
A new study links soccer heading to structural brain abnormalities, raising concerns about long-term cognitive effects.
Alcohol deaths have more than doubled in recent years, especially among women
Experts revealed how many drinks are likely to have harmful effects on human health.
Experts revealed how many drinks are likely to have harmful effects on human health.
Do you have nightmares about your job? New study reveals why
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
Elton John says he has lost his eyesight
Elton John revealed at “The Devil Wears Prada" musical’s opening night that he still cannot see, months after contracting a severe eye infection.
Elton John revealed at “The Devil Wears Prada" musical’s opening night that he still cannot see, months after contracting a severe eye infection.
Promising new treatment possibly available for lupus patients soon
The Lupus Foundation is trying to help the sickest lupus patients here in the Houston area with a promising new stem-cell therapy. They're teaming-up with another foundation in hopes of delivering a promising new treatment option, but they need our community's help to make it happen.
The Lupus Foundation is trying to help the sickest lupus patients here in the Houston area with a promising new stem-cell therapy. They're teaming-up with another foundation in hopes of delivering a promising new treatment option, but they need our community's help to make it happen.
Bishop T.D. Jakes gives health update after 'life-threatening calamity'
Bishop T.D. Jakes spoke to the crowd at The Potter's House of Dallas virtually on Sunday, one week after he was rushed off the stage following a health scare.
Bishop T.D. Jakes spoke to the crowd at The Potter's House of Dallas virtually on Sunday, one week after he was rushed off the stage following a health scare.
Drinking more water may have several health benefits, study finds
Researchers found that increased water intake may help with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines.
Researchers found that increased water intake may help with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines.
Texas woman thankful to be alive after surviving tumor
A North Texas woman is thankful to be alive after a serious health scare earlier this year. Not only has she bounced back, but she?s now helping others through their own medical challenges. Alex Boyer with our sister station in Dallas has more on the story.
A North Texas woman is thankful to be alive after a serious health scare earlier this year. Not only has she bounced back, but she?s now helping others through their own medical challenges. Alex Boyer with our sister station in Dallas has more on the story.
Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Wendy Williams ‘incapacitated’: What we know about her health
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated,’ reportedly according to a recent court filing by her guardian. Here’s what that means, and a look at her recent health diagnoses.
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated,’ reportedly according to a recent court filing by her guardian. Here’s what that means, and a look at her recent health diagnoses.
Trump names pandemic lockdown critic Jay Bhattacharya to lead NIH
President-elect Donald Trump selects Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of lockdowns and vaccine mandates, as the next director of the NIH.
President-elect Donald Trump selects Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of lockdowns and vaccine mandates, as the next director of the NIH.
Navigating the holidays while on weight-loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.
Bird flu virus detected in raw milk sold in California; recall issued
Raw Farm has recalled its cream top raw milk after bird flu virus was found in a retail sample of the raw milk product over the weekend.
Raw Farm has recalled its cream top raw milk after bird flu virus was found in a retail sample of the raw milk product over the weekend.
Supreme Court decision clears way for graphic cigarette warning labels
More than 100 countries globally have adopted graphic cigarette warning labels. But it’s unclear when the new labels may appear in the U.S.
More than 100 countries globally have adopted graphic cigarette warning labels. But it’s unclear when the new labels may appear in the U.S.
How to prevent complications from weight loss drugs
Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro need to be taken exactly as prescribed. A doctor is sounding the alarm that emergency rooms are filling-up with patients who are dosing on their own.
Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro need to be taken exactly as prescribed. A doctor is sounding the alarm that emergency rooms are filling-up with patients who are dosing on their own.
How to prevent complications from weight loss drugs
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro need to be taken exactly as prescribed. A doctor is sounding the alarm that emergency rooms are filling-up with patients who are dosing on their own.
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro need to be taken exactly as prescribed. A doctor is sounding the alarm that emergency rooms are filling-up with patients who are dosing on their own.
Baby dies from listeria outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat meat and poultry
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled meat and poultry products has caused 11 illnesses, nine hospitalizations, and one infant death in California.
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled meat and poultry products has caused 11 illnesses, nine hospitalizations, and one infant death in California.
Ground beef recalled after 19 sickened in Minnesota
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
ChatGPT outperformed doctors in diagnostic accuracy, study reveals
A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.
A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.