Sickle cell awareness: More about the disease
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and UT Health hematologist, Dr. Modipe Idowu, joined the morning show to talk more about the disease.
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and UT Health hematologist, Dr. Modipe Idowu, joined the morning show to talk more about the disease.
Botox may backfire for Gen Z, doctor explains
Botox is backfiring for some as the injection meant to make wrinkles disappear so you look younger is making a person appear older. Dr. Brook Jeffy shares why this is.
Botox is backfiring for some as the injection meant to make wrinkles disappear so you look younger is making a person appear older. Dr. Brook Jeffy shares why this is.
PCOS awareness: Doctor explains condition, symptoms
September marks Polycystic Ovary Syndrome awareness month or as it's more commonly known, PCOS. Dr. Asha Bhalwal, an OBGYN with UT Health Houston joined the Morning Show to explain more about the condition.
September marks Polycystic Ovary Syndrome awareness month or as it's more commonly known, PCOS. Dr. Asha Bhalwal, an OBGYN with UT Health Houston joined the Morning Show to explain more about the condition.
Not these ovaries! Young woman helps others fighting ovarian cancer
Emily Campbell says - not these ovaries! Never again does she plan to have to undergo cancer treatment, after it rattled the newlywed. She's certainly cherishing her second chance at life, while growing used to the idea that her future looks different than she had pictured.
Emily Campbell says - not these ovaries! Never again does she plan to have to undergo cancer treatment, after it rattled the newlywed. She's certainly cherishing her second chance at life, while growing used to the idea that her future looks different than she had pictured.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
National Grief Awareness Day: Dealing with loss
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day and Dr. Asim Shah, a psychiatrist with Baylor College of Medicine, joined FOX 26 Morning Show to share ways to deal with and grieve a loss in a healthy way.
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day and Dr. Asim Shah, a psychiatrist with Baylor College of Medicine, joined FOX 26 Morning Show to share ways to deal with and grieve a loss in a healthy way.
Houston man battling West Nile Virus, left with numerous health problems
After three days in the hospital, he was found to have contracted West Nile Virus, most likely from the increase in the mosquito population after Hurricane Beryl.
After three days in the hospital, he was found to have contracted West Nile Virus, most likely from the increase in the mosquito population after Hurricane Beryl.
Eli Lilly cutting cost of certain weight loss drugs by at least 50%
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
9 people now dead from listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meats
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
Grocery chain joins Walmart, CVS, others in ending cigarettes sales
American Cancer Society CEO Karen Knudsen said this move marks "a step in the right direction toward ending Big Tobacco’s influence on kids.
American Cancer Society CEO Karen Knudsen said this move marks "a step in the right direction toward ending Big Tobacco’s influence on kids.
Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
Bike expedition across Iceland raises awareness of rare blood cancer
A cycling expedition kicks off across Iceland today to help raise awareness and hopefully help find a cure for a rare blood disease.
A cycling expedition kicks off across Iceland today to help raise awareness and hopefully help find a cure for a rare blood disease.
Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses can vary by ZIP code, new study finds
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Cigarette use in U.S. hits 80-year low, survey finds
Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.
Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.
Baking soda water trend: What is this new trend?
Baking soda has been used for many reasons and now, people are adding it to their water to help with fitness goals and fight disease. Owner of the Functional Medicne Clinic "Heights of Health" Tracy Southwick, joined FOX 26 Morning Show to tell us more about this new trend.
Baking soda has been used for many reasons and now, people are adding it to their water to help with fitness goals and fight disease. Owner of the Functional Medicne Clinic "Heights of Health" Tracy Southwick, joined FOX 26 Morning Show to tell us more about this new trend.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines: Here’s what to know
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Nearly 60% of baby food sold in popular US grocery stores is unhealthy, WHO study says
Researchers looked at hundreds of baby food products at popular grocery store chains in the United States.
Researchers looked at hundreds of baby food products at popular grocery store chains in the United States.
Fluoride at twice the recommended limit is linked to lower IQ in kids, US government report says
The 324-page report, based on previous published studies, marks the first time a federal agency determined that there is a connection between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ in kids.
The 324-page report, based on previous published studies, marks the first time a federal agency determined that there is a connection between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ in kids.
Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.