Preventing kidney stones in kids
Kidney stones can be so painful in adults, and obviously the same can be said when it comes to kids as well. The Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti has some advice for parents.
Kidney stones can be so painful in adults, and obviously the same can be said when it comes to kids as well. The Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti has some advice for parents.
Running for a bonus: Company gives larger cash rewards if workers can run 2 miles a day
The Chinese paper company swapped its year-end bonuses for monthly, exercise-based cash rewards, telling a state-owned newspaper how “a company can last long when its employees are healthy."
The Chinese paper company swapped its year-end bonuses for monthly, exercise-based cash rewards, telling a state-owned newspaper how “a company can last long when its employees are healthy."
Americans eat an extra meal a day from too much snacking, study finds
Snacks made up an average of 19.5% and 22.4% of total energy intake – “while contributing very little nutritional quality,” researchers said.
Snacks made up an average of 19.5% and 22.4% of total energy intake – “while contributing very little nutritional quality,” researchers said.
What is ketamine, the drug that killed Matthew Perry on October 28?
Nearly seven weeks after Matthew Perry’s apparent drowning in a hot tub at his California home, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released the actor's cause of death as "acute effects of ketamine."
Nearly seven weeks after Matthew Perry’s apparent drowning in a hot tub at his California home, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released the actor's cause of death as "acute effects of ketamine."
Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Scientists pinpoint cause of morning sickness in pregnancy and potential way to prevent it
The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.
The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.
FDA-Approved shot weight loss for kids
Semaglutide, initially approved by the FDA in 2017 for diabetes management under the brand Ozempic, has gained popularity as Wegovy for weight loss treatment. While the drug is effective, concerns have emerged regarding its prescription for younger individuals.
Semaglutide, initially approved by the FDA in 2017 for diabetes management under the brand Ozempic, has gained popularity as Wegovy for weight loss treatment. While the drug is effective, concerns have emerged regarding its prescription for younger individuals.
Messaging your doctor on healthcare may cost
Messaging your doctor through healthcare portals, such as "MyChart," which was once a convenient way to obtain crucial medical information, could now come with a price tag of nearly 50 dollars.
Messaging your doctor through healthcare portals, such as "MyChart," which was once a convenient way to obtain crucial medical information, could now come with a price tag of nearly 50 dollars.
CDC urges healthcare providers to increase respiratory vaccine coverage
U.S. health officials say flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections may be peaking.
U.S. health officials say flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections may be peaking.
Elf Bar, other e-cigarette makers blocked from importing 1.4 million illegal disposable vapes
U.S. officials recently seized more than 1.4 million illegal e-cigarettes from overseas manufacturers, including the company behind Elf Bar.
U.S. officials recently seized more than 1.4 million illegal e-cigarettes from overseas manufacturers, including the company behind Elf Bar.
Coca-Cola recalls: Sprite, Fanta Orange, Diet Coke pulled from store shelves in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi
Some 2,000 Sprite, Fanta Orange, and Diet Coke 12-packs have been recalled from stores in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Here's what you need to know.
Some 2,000 Sprite, Fanta Orange, and Diet Coke 12-packs have been recalled from stores in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Here's what you need to know.
Health officials suggest vaccine before holidays
With many of us making plans for holiday gatherings and New Year's Eve parties, it's important to protect our health. Dr. David Persse of the Houston Health Department recommends you get the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine before the holiday break.
With many of us making plans for holiday gatherings and New Year's Eve parties, it's important to protect our health. Dr. David Persse of the Houston Health Department recommends you get the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine before the holiday break.
Oprah Winfrey admits to using weight loss medication: 'It felt like redemption'
After previously refusing to confirm whether she'd been taking medication to aid in her new slimmed-down figure, Winfrey is now admitting that she uses it "as a tool" among other practices.
After previously refusing to confirm whether she'd been taking medication to aid in her new slimmed-down figure, Winfrey is now admitting that she uses it "as a tool" among other practices.
Houston marathoner honored for inspiring recovery after double hip replacements
A marathon runner is ready to race again after undergoing hip replacement surgeries on not one, but both hips. She's sharing her remarkable recovery and wants to spread hope to other people suffering from arthritis.
A marathon runner is ready to race again after undergoing hip replacement surgeries on not one, but both hips. She's sharing her remarkable recovery and wants to spread hope to other people suffering from arthritis.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Kate Micucci diagnosed with lung cancer: 'Never smoked a cigarette in my life'
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Kate Micucci shared a TikTok in which she was seen lying in a hospital bed and explained that she was recovering after undergoing lung surgery to treat the cancer.
Cancer risks associated with foods and drinks
A recent study has identified specific foods and drinks that may increase the risk of developing colorectal cancers, particularly among younger patients. The study points to two primary contributors to this heightened risk: white breads and alcohol
A recent study has identified specific foods and drinks that may increase the risk of developing colorectal cancers, particularly among younger patients. The study points to two primary contributors to this heightened risk: white breads and alcohol
Michigan teen encouraged Texas teen to commit suicide
A teenager in Michigan is admitting to encouraging a Montgomery County teen to commit suicide. The Precinct 3 Constable's Office says the incident happened while the two were communicating over video games. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details on the charges the Michigan teen faces.
A teenager in Michigan is admitting to encouraging a Montgomery County teen to commit suicide. The Precinct 3 Constable's Office says the incident happened while the two were communicating over video games. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details on the charges the Michigan teen faces.
Texas among worst states for brain health in the nation, according to new study
A health company, Life Extension, release a study ranking the best to worst states for brain health using the most recent data from the (CDC) Centers for Disease and Prevention.
A health company, Life Extension, release a study ranking the best to worst states for brain health using the most recent data from the (CDC) Centers for Disease and Prevention.
California WWII veteran, 103, shares remarkable life story and advice for young people: 'Pray every night'
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
Benefits of regular cancer screenings
According to the American Cancer Society, one in three people are affected by cancer in the U.S. Dr. Sunil Patel, hematologist and oncologist with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, talks about the benefits of regular cancer screenings.
According to the American Cancer Society, one in three people are affected by cancer in the U.S. Dr. Sunil Patel, hematologist and oncologist with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, talks about the benefits of regular cancer screenings.