Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Texas doctors concerned about rising number of babies born with syphilis
Between 2017 and 2022 there has been a 400% increase in congenital syphilis cases in Texas.
Between 2017 and 2022 there has been a 400% increase in congenital syphilis cases in Texas.
Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
Mosquitos test positive for West Nile Virus in Sugar Land
The City of Sugar Land has confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus in the city, prompting health officials to urge residents to take precautions to reduce exposure.
The City of Sugar Land has confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus in the city, prompting health officials to urge residents to take precautions to reduce exposure.
After losing parents, Texas woman offers guidance to help others cope with grief
A woman from north Texas is sharing her story of grief to try to help others. Theo Boyd went through the unimaginable five years ago. Her dad accidentally ran over her mother on a tractor on their farm in Waxahachie and killed her, shortly before their 50th wedding anniversary.
A woman from north Texas is sharing her story of grief to try to help others. Theo Boyd went through the unimaginable five years ago. Her dad accidentally ran over her mother on a tractor on their farm in Waxahachie and killed her, shortly before their 50th wedding anniversary.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.
4 out of 5 parents moved their kids out of booster seats too soon, study finds
A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.
A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
FDA to propose new food label warnings to combat obesity
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
Snooze button could impact your health
The snooze button on your alarm could wreck havoc on your health. Deena Centofainti put the theory to the test at out sister station in Detroit.
The snooze button on your alarm could wreck havoc on your health. Deena Centofainti put the theory to the test at out sister station in Detroit.
Texas Children's Hospital CEO Mark A. Wallace to step down after 35 years
Mark A. Wallace, the CEO of Texas Children's Hospital, will retire on October 4, coinciding with his 35th anniversary at the organization.
Mark A. Wallace, the CEO of Texas Children's Hospital, will retire on October 4, coinciding with his 35th anniversary at the organization.
Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
Katy couple's raising heart failure awareness after 3 near-death experiences
What seemed like indigestion turned into a year-long battle for Mike Simmons, including three near-death experiences. He and his wife are now raising awareness about congestive heart failure.
What seemed like indigestion turned into a year-long battle for Mike Simmons, including three near-death experiences. He and his wife are now raising awareness about congestive heart failure.
Sky High teams with Spec's for childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month and Sky High For Kids has teamed up with Spec's to fight the good fight.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month and Sky High For Kids has teamed up with Spec's to fight the good fight.
Recall of eggs, apple juice and deli meat: Recent list over various health concerns
Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.
Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.
Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
Eggs recalled after salmonella outbreak in multiple states
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Prostate cancer survivor raising awareness on early detection
A cancer fighter from Houston is doing his part to raise awareness about the importance of early detection for prostate cancer and inviting he community to the the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk on Sept. 7.
A cancer fighter from Houston is doing his part to raise awareness about the importance of early detection for prostate cancer and inviting he community to the the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk on Sept. 7.
Survivor raising awareness for prostate cancer
It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and one in eight men will get that diagnosis. A local cancer fighter is doing his part to raise awareness about the importance of early detection.
It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and one in eight men will get that diagnosis. A local cancer fighter is doing his part to raise awareness about the importance of early detection.