Flu, COVID, and RSV surge overwhelm hospitals
A surge of respiratory viruses, including the flu, COVID-19, and RSV, has led to dangerous conditions across the country, prompting some hospitals to reinstate mask mandates. New CDC data reveals that 24 states are experiencing 'high' levels of respiratory illnesses.
Memorial Hermann Southwest gives high schoolers a head start
Students in Southwest Houston are receiving a unique opportunity to advance their careers in the medical field through a program offered by Memorial Hermann Southwest.
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
Smoking can cause brain shrinkage: study
If you still need a reason to give up smoking, a recent study is pretty eye-opening. Researchers found smoking can shrink your brain much like the way Alzheimer's Disease damages the brain. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin explains more.
Plant protein may keep women healthier: study
A new study suggests women are more likely to be healthy in their later years by just adding specific proteins to their diet.
'Enough to kill every American': DEA details just how bad the fentanyl crisis is in America
Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said on Jan. 17. The agency is calling fentanyl the "deadliest drug threat our country has ever faced."
Men under 50 most impacted by colon cancer
The American Cancer Society has released troubling new data that says colon cancer is now the deadliest type of cancer in men under 50. FOX's Jeff Paul reports on the numbers.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.
Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.
'Disease X': Scientists creating contingency plan for infectious virus outbreak
Scientists at the World Economic Forum happening this week say they are discussing the hypothetical virus in order to prepare properly for it.
'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas
A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.
Warning about IV drips from unregulated med spas
IV drips and injections have been growing in popularity. But infectious disease and ER doctors are warning that getting them at unregulated med spas don't have a lot of oversight.
Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?
Excessive sweating during sleep, or night sweats, occurs when there is a dysregulation of the body's natural reaction to excess heat.
Skin aging, wrinkles may be linked to bacteria on your face, study suggests
Researchers observed data from over 650 women collected by L'Oréal Research and Innovation.
Answering questions about weight loss injectables
FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has more answers regarding questions about weight loss injectables.
Ohio mom faked young daughter’s cancer diagnosis, shaved her head for thousands in donations: Sheriff
A 41-year-old Ohio mom has been charged with theft by deception after allegedly faking that her 7-year-old daughter had leukemia for years.
New procedure to control high blood pressure
About half of American adults have high blood pressure, but many don't even know it and don't even get treated for it. Those who do, often don't consistently take their medication. At Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, there's a new procedure to control high blood pressure.
What does it mean to be 'California sober?’
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.