Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case

A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;

Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds

With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.

CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids

A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.

Miles for Smiles: Hough family running 5Ks in 50 states in 50 days

A family's goal is to run a 5K in all 50 states within 50 days, on a mission to raise awareness and funds to help children with a cleft palate.

Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds

New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.

Baylor College of Medicine offers help unraveling rare diseases, strange symptoms

Rare diseases often cause unexplainable medical symptoms that can be exhausting, infuriating, and deadly. Baylor College of Medicine is teaming up with the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation to help those who are trying to find answers.

Help for those suffering from rare diseases
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Rare diseases often cause unexplainable medical symptoms that can be exhausting, infuriating, and deadly. Baylor College of Medicine is teaming up with the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation, inviting anyone suffering mysterious symptoms to join them this weekend to try to find answers.

1 in 4 adults thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds

ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.

Pizza contaminated with THC; Wisconsin-based business issues apology

Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.

Houston woman shares Breast Cancer survival story, encourages awareness

A Houston woman who survived breast cancer at a young age shares her inspiring story and encourages women to prioritize their health and seek support.

50-year-old pain relief treatment gets an improvement

There's a new version of a spinal cord stimulator that is increasing the quality of life for patients.

Help for people sensitive to EMF radiation
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Radiation is all around us every day, from fluoroscent lights to cell phones, and now new research shows it could be causing unexplained health problems.

Whooping cough cases surge nationwide
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Dr. Linda Yancey, an infectious-disease specialist at Memorial Hermann, joins Houston's Morning Show to talk about the rising number of whooping cough cases across the country.

Texas child can walk thanks to spinal bifida surgery she received in-utero

A College Station family thought their daughter was going to be wheelchair bound for life because of spinal bifida, but thanks to care they received in Houston, their daughter recently ran in the Special Olympics!

Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go

With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.