New Alabama law allows IVF treatments to continue
IVF treatments are resuming on Thursday in Alabama as many were put on hold following a controversial ruling by the state Supreme Court a few weeks ago.
IVF treatments are resuming on Thursday in Alabama as many were put on hold following a controversial ruling by the state Supreme Court a few weeks ago.
FDA clears use of first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.
Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
COVID-19 during pregnancy could cause health issues for babies, study suggests
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Gas stoves will likely not be banned in the US anytime soon
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
Toddler 1st to undergo kidney transplant in trial
A Mississippi couple's baby was diagnosed with a rare condition before he was even born. Doctors in his hometown gave them little hope that he'd survive, but Houston doctors had a much more positive outlook.
A Mississippi couple's baby was diagnosed with a rare condition before he was even born. Doctors in his hometown gave them little hope that he'd survive, but Houston doctors had a much more positive outlook.
Man dies after consuming too much vitamin D as experts warn of risks: 'Cascade of problems'
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Ty Pennington's near-death illness made him want to 'live to the fullest'
Ty Pennington gave fans a health update following his near-death experience involving an abscess on his throat.
Ty Pennington gave fans a health update following his near-death experience involving an abscess on his throat.
French fries are one of the best meals for protecting biodiversity, study finds
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
Free COVID-19 tests through USPS will be suspended March 8
Here’s how to get the COVID-19 tests before they are no longer available.
Here’s how to get the COVID-19 tests before they are no longer available.
Marijuana use and the risk of heart attack, stroke
A new study supports the theory that marijuana is bad for your heart health.
A new study supports the theory that marijuana is bad for your heart health.
Opill: First over-the-counter birth control pill
The first over-the-counter birth control pill has been shipped to retailers nationwide. Dr. Pamela Berens, an OBGYN with UTHealth Houston, explains what you need to know.
The first over-the-counter birth control pill has been shipped to retailers nationwide. Dr. Pamela Berens, an OBGYN with UTHealth Houston, explains what you need to know.
Safe hygiene practices for the petting zoo
The petting zoo is one of the go-to attractions at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Dr. Alexis Monique Javier with Children's Memorial Hermann Pediatrics with advice for keeping everyone healthy.
The petting zoo is one of the go-to attractions at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Dr. Alexis Monique Javier with Children's Memorial Hermann Pediatrics with advice for keeping everyone healthy.
Helping kids adjust to Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time is this weekend, which means one less hour of sleep. Dr. Aida Khanum with Pediatric Pod Concierge Pediatrics offers advice on helping your children adjust.
Daylight Saving Time is this weekend, which means one less hour of sleep. Dr. Aida Khanum with Pediatric Pod Concierge Pediatrics offers advice on helping your children adjust.
CDC changes COVID-19 isolation guidelines
The CDC recently changed its COVID-19 isolation guidelines, and it has led to some confusion. Dr. Mike Cirigliano with the Fox Medical Team explains.
The CDC recently changed its COVID-19 isolation guidelines, and it has led to some confusion. Dr. Mike Cirigliano with the Fox Medical Team explains.
Nearly 500 deaths per day from excessive drinking during COVID-19 pandemic: CDC report
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Birth control that will be sold over-the-counter begins shipping in the US: What to know
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
For women over 60, here is the number of daily steps needed to protect heart health
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
Pharmacies faced with cyberattack fallouts
A major healthcare company is the latest victim of a cyber-attack, which has thrown a major wrench in pharmacy operations across the country.
A major healthcare company is the latest victim of a cyber-attack, which has thrown a major wrench in pharmacy operations across the country.
Report: Nurses experience high stress, burnout
The COVID-19 pandemic amplified issues of short staffing, stress, and burnout for nurses. All of those issues have yet to go away.
The COVID-19 pandemic amplified issues of short staffing, stress, and burnout for nurses. All of those issues have yet to go away.



















