Houston hospital performs life-saving heart transplant, toddler thrives
April is "Donate Life" month. A local family is celebrating that, as their toddler is about to turn two years old, thanks to a generous life-saving donor.
April is "Donate Life" month. A local family is celebrating that, as their toddler is about to turn two years old, thanks to a generous life-saving donor.
Donor found for Virginia infant with rare lung disease at Texas Children's, awaits transplant
Kylie Overfield, the 5-month-old from Virginia battling a rare lung disease, is awaiting transplant surgery at Texas Children's after a donor was found. Her mom says she will also need heart surgery.
Kylie Overfield, the 5-month-old from Virginia battling a rare lung disease, is awaiting transplant surgery at Texas Children's after a donor was found. Her mom says she will also need heart surgery.
'Counterfeit' Botox warning: Women hospitalized in several US states, CDC says
At least 19 women across nine states reported harmful reactions from “counterfeit or mishandled" Botox injections, the CDC said.
At least 19 women across nine states reported harmful reactions from “counterfeit or mishandled" Botox injections, the CDC said.
Mosquito season in Houston officially starts
Summer’s hot and humid conditions in the Texas Gulf Coast region create the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes, and Harris County is home to about 56 different species.
Summer’s hot and humid conditions in the Texas Gulf Coast region create the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes, and Harris County is home to about 56 different species.
Here's how much sleep the average American is getting each night
A recent poll examines a connection between adequate sleep and overall health, with most Americans saying they would feel better with more rest.
A recent poll examines a connection between adequate sleep and overall health, with most Americans saying they would feel better with more rest.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Mental health help: Resources, Hotlines, Crisis support for young people
If you or a loved one is in need of mental health support, here are some resources to get some help.
If you or a loved one is in need of mental health support, here are some resources to get some help.
Can’t stop using Afrin and other decongestant nasal sprays? You’re not alone
Oxymetazoline decongestant nasal sprays like Afrin should only be used for three days in a row. Here’s what happens if you don’t – or can’t – stop.
Oxymetazoline decongestant nasal sprays like Afrin should only be used for three days in a row. Here’s what happens if you don’t – or can’t – stop.
Complexities of obesity
Nearly 70% of adults in the U.S. are overweight and a third are obese. That's why doctors say obesity is a chronic and common disease. One obesity physician says too often people get judged by their weight even by their own healthcare providers.
Nearly 70% of adults in the U.S. are overweight and a third are obese. That's why doctors say obesity is a chronic and common disease. One obesity physician says too often people get judged by their weight even by their own healthcare providers.
Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Bird flu outbreak: Are milk and eggs safe?
Health officials affirm the safety of the U.S. food supply following a bird flu outbreak in dairy cows across eight states, calming concerns about egg and dairy consumption.
Health officials affirm the safety of the U.S. food supply following a bird flu outbreak in dairy cows across eight states, calming concerns about egg and dairy consumption.
11-year-old shares juvenile arthritis journey
It's hard to imagine having to deal with arthritic pain at 11 years old but a girl named Siya knows what it's like and has found a treatment that is working for her. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has more with her story.
It's hard to imagine having to deal with arthritic pain at 11 years old but a girl named Siya knows what it's like and has found a treatment that is working for her. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has more with her story.
US measles cases rising in 2024. But what’s causing the increase?
So far this year, more than 110 measles cases have been reported in the U.S., according to the CDC.
So far this year, more than 110 measles cases have been reported in the U.S., according to the CDC.
Girl shares journey with juvenile arthritis
It's hard to imagine having to deal with arthritic pain at only 11 years old. One girl knows what that's like, but she's found a treatment that's working for her.
It's hard to imagine having to deal with arthritic pain at only 11 years old. One girl knows what that's like, but she's found a treatment that's working for her.
Consumer Reports says Lunchables shouldn't be on school menu
Consumer Reports is warning the USDA that Lunchables should not be on school menus. Dr. Adan Alvarez with Luxe Primary Practice discusses the concerns.
Consumer Reports is warning the USDA that Lunchables should not be on school menus. Dr. Adan Alvarez with Luxe Primary Practice discusses the concerns.
OJ Simpson dead at 76 after battle with cancer
OJ Simpson, the Hall of Fame football star whose legacy was tarnished after he was accused of murdering his ex-wife and her friend but was ultimately acquitted is dead at 76 after a battle with prostate cancer. FOX's Greg Wolf looks back at his life.
OJ Simpson, the Hall of Fame football star whose legacy was tarnished after he was accused of murdering his ex-wife and her friend but was ultimately acquitted is dead at 76 after a battle with prostate cancer. FOX's Greg Wolf looks back at his life.
Houston woman's kidney transplant surgery in limbo
A Houston woman has to find a new place for her kidney transplant after Memorial Hermann put their liver and kidney transplant program on hold. FOX 26's Abigail Dye spoke to the woman who's still awaiting surgery in this Only on FOX story.
A Houston woman has to find a new place for her kidney transplant after Memorial Hermann put their liver and kidney transplant program on hold. FOX 26's Abigail Dye spoke to the woman who's still awaiting surgery in this Only on FOX story.
Woman weeks away from new kidney in limbo after Memorial Hermann shuts down transplant program
Kellie Clark's hopes of a long-awaited kidney transplant were shattered when Memorial Herman deactivated their liver and kidney transplant programs, leaving her and others devastated and uncertain about their future.
Kellie Clark's hopes of a long-awaited kidney transplant were shattered when Memorial Herman deactivated their liver and kidney transplant programs, leaving her and others devastated and uncertain about their future.
Napping at work? Survey reveals how many workers sleep on the clock
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
PFAS and cancer: The truth behind 'forever chemicals'
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water