Human plague case confirmed in Colorado, health officials warn
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
‘Heartbreaking’ hoarding disorder rises as America ages, according to new Senate report
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
West Nile Virus found in Sugar Land mosquitoes, city taking precautions
Mosquitoes in Sugar Land tested positive for West Nile Virus last week in two neighborhoods.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Houston woman trying Ozempic, Wegovy rival after using other options
75% of Americans are considered to be overweight, but that number is starting to drop because of popular weight-loss injections.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
Montgomery County reports first 2024 case of West Nile virus
Montgomery County Public Health District (MCPHD) has confirmed the first probable case of West Nile Virus (WNV) for 2024, signaling heightened awareness as summer begins.
FDA warns top bakery to stop claiming its foods contain allergens when they don’t
Bimbo Bakeries USA includes popular brands such as Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Oroweat.
First human West Nile virus case confirmed in Conroe area
The first human case of West Nile virus was confirmed out of Montgomery County after a woman living in the Conroe area tested positive at the emergency room.
Young man burned over 90% of his body, released from the hospital after months in ICU
One man, who was burned on nearly every part of his body earlier this year, is thanking God after spending 86 days in the hospital.
Yoga therapy helping treat symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Discover how yoga therapy, including yoga nidra, is transforming Bobby Sherman's life with Parkinson's disease and providing relief from symptoms like tremors and brain fog.
Houston man credits Travis County park officer with saving his life during extreme heat exhaustion
A Houston man is crediting a Travis County Parks officer with saving his life from a severe case of heat exhaustion.
Rare case of sexually-transmitted 'ringworm' found in California
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
Body Roundness Index may be better health indicator than BMI, study says
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
Castor oil for weight loss? Experts weigh in on benefits, risks
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.



















