Social media post appears to show 12-year-old with cancer being bullied

The video that has been posted online showed Devarjaye Daniel, who is known for being an honorary peace officer at 800 agencies, being bullied in a gas station parking lot.

US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms

Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.

FDA warns some oysters, clams could be contaminated with paralytic shellfish toxins

The tainted seafood was harvested in parts of the Pacific Northwest. Eating these items can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning resulting in symptoms including nausea, shortness of breath, and respiratory paralysis.

Infant's double-lung transplant successful at Texas Children's Hospital

In a heartwarming update to a story FOX 26 shared exclusively in March, Kylie Overfield, a seven-month-old baby from Virginia, has undergone a successful double-lung transplant at Texas Children's Hospital.

Baby Kylie's double-lung transplant journey
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An amazing update to a heartfelt story we brought to you exclusively in March, baby Kylie at Texas Children's Hospital had a successful double-lung transplant, a rare and tough procedure for a child her size. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke with the mother on the great news.

Tourette syndrome awareness: What is it?
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Sheryl Kadmon, with the Texas chapter of the Tourette Association of America, and our own Jonathan Stenvall raise awareness about Tourette syndrome.

Cancer patient made honorary Bellaire PD officer
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The Bellaire Police Department swore in 12-year-old cancer patient Devarjaye Daniel as their newest, honorary officer on Wednesday.

Congress wants FDA to crack down on vaping
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Congress grilled federal officials on Wednesday over their enforcement of vaping products marketed toward children. Lawmakers are accusing the FDA of moving too slowly.

Doctors share TikTok sunscreen trend warning
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An anti-sunscreen trend is taking TikTok by storm. With skin cancer being the most common cancer, experts are warning against this and urging people to protect themselves.

Residents concerned of pollutants from Ship Channel
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Some residents in east Houston rallied together to speak about possible pollutants in their neighborhood due to an expansion project at the Port of Houston. FOX 26's Damali Keith explains their concerns.

Atlanta mom lobbying for cyberbullying legislation
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Nearly seven years after losing her 17-year-old son to suicide, an Atlanta woman has lobbied Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act, or "KOSA". It would force social media companies to do more to protect minors on their platforms. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin spoke with this mother who says cyberbullying played a role in her son's death.

Bird Flu detected in Houston area wastewater, public risk low

The bird flu has been detected in wastewater samples taken in the Greater Houston area from March 1 to May 13, according to The Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute.

Alzheimer's drug that can slow disease gets backing from FDA advisers

A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly, donanemab, won unanimous backing from FDA advisers on Monday for its ability to slow mild dementia despite risks such as brain swelling and bleeding, setting the stage for its expected approval later this year.

1st case of sexually-transmitted form of ringworm reported in US

The rare, sexually-transmitted fungal infection can take months to clear up, even with treatment, health officials warned. Here's what know.

Microdosing chocolate bars sent 6 people to hospitals, FDA says

The edible chocolate bars are made with soy, milk and a “proprietary blend of nootropic and functional mushrooms." They have sickened eight people, with six of those hospitalized.