Bird flu: Can humans get infected?

After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.

Shannen Doherty simplifies life amid cancer battle

As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.

Breaking down new study on intermittent fasting
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To lose weight, a lot of people like to intermittent fast where you don't eat for several hours until maybe the middle part of the day. But can that raise your heart risk? Dr. Mike Cirigliano with the FOX Medical Team talks about a new study that is raising some eyebrows.

CDC warns of invasive bacterial outbreak amid spike in cases and fatality rates

An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.

Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected

A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.

Texas person is diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with cows

A person in Texas has been diagnosed with bird flu, an infection tied to the recent discovery of the virus in dairy cows, health officials said Monday.

Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer

Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.

EPA finds dozens chemicals in new round of testing
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The EPA has identified dozens of toxic chemicals in new testing samples and people living in what's being called a "cancer cluster" are reacting to the news. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the new data.

Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023

Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.

‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’

Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.

Dengue epidemic declared by Puerto Rico amid spike in virus cases

Dengue cases have jumped in Puerto Rico, prompting the U.S. territory to declare an epidemic. The mosquito-borne virus has been on the rise in the Western Hemisphere, experts say.

Nipping spring allergies in the bud
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We are officially in the spring allergy season. Here are some tips for surviving.

'Bird Flu' found at three Texas dairy farms, one in Kansas

On Monday, it was discovered 'Bird Flu' has been impacted a few Texas dairy farms in the Texas Panhandle but officials stress "there is no threat to the public."

Woman beats cancer and accepts proposal from high school sweetheart on the same day

“You ready? You got this?” her loved ones asked as they get ready to turn a corner. Angelica said yes, but had no idea what was waiting for her at the other end of the hallway.

Talking to kids about cancer diagnosis
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With the news of Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis, we look at how to break scary, but important news to your children. FOX 26 anchor Rashi Vats spoke to UT Health Houston Child Psychologist Dr. Leslie Taylor and has her advice.

Report: 1 in 10 school-aged kids has ADHD

The report found that the prevalence of ADHD was higher in boys than girls.

Princess of Wales announces cancer diagnosis
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Catherine, Princess of Wales, made a shocking announcement on Friday that she has cancer. The diagnosis comes just more than a month after King Charles announced he was being treated for cancer. FOX's Connor Hansen reports more on the recent revelation.