FDA bans sale of Vuse Alto menthol e-cigarettes, citing health risks for teens
British American Tobacco (BAT), the parent company of Reynolds said it would challenge the FDA ban in court.
British American Tobacco (BAT), the parent company of Reynolds said it would challenge the FDA ban in court.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
First signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Breakthrough test created to detect Ovarian Cancer
Researchers are developing a new test that could be a game changer for detecting ovarian cancer.
Researchers are developing a new test that could be a game changer for detecting ovarian cancer.
Go 'stros! Heard of fanxiety? Some fans actually suffer heart attacks cheering on their sports team.
Being a committed fan is one thing every team wants. But did you know you could suffer from "fan-xiety?"
Being a committed fan is one thing every team wants. But did you know you could suffer from "fan-xiety?"
5th Annual 'concert for a cause' supports breast cancer
The event will showcase performances by local artists like Jayyskyy and Kristen Che?rei (Sha-Ray), and all proceeds will go towards benefiting individuals and families battling cancer.
The event will showcase performances by local artists like Jayyskyy and Kristen Che?rei (Sha-Ray), and all proceeds will go towards benefiting individuals and families battling cancer.
Scientists finding new ways to fight plastic waste
In North Carolina, at least two ongoing efforts are aimed at reducing the amount of plastic waste in the world.
In North Carolina, at least two ongoing efforts are aimed at reducing the amount of plastic waste in the world.
Retton makes "remarkable "process" in health battle
Retton's daughter posted on Instagram, stating that she's making "remarkable" progress in her battle with pneumonia. While she's still in the ICU, her breathing is improving, and she's becoming less reliant on machines for breathing.
Retton's daughter posted on Instagram, stating that she's making "remarkable" progress in her battle with pneumonia. While she's still in the ICU, her breathing is improving, and she's becoming less reliant on machines for breathing.
Texas families affected by Fentanyl loss gather at DEA Summit
Families from across Texas convened at Texas State University for an empowering summit, united by a common tragedy: they have all lost loved ones to a fentanyl overdose
Families from across Texas convened at Texas State University for an empowering summit, united by a common tragedy: they have all lost loved ones to a fentanyl overdose
Mary Lou Retton health update from family: 'Remarkable' progress
Olympic gymnastics champion Mary Lou Retton is making "remarkable" progress in her battle with a rare form of pneumonia, her family said this weekend.
Olympic gymnastics champion Mary Lou Retton is making "remarkable" progress in her battle with a rare form of pneumonia, her family said this weekend.
Bruce Willis is relatively 'incommunicative,' 'not totally verbal' after dementia diagnosis, friend reveals
'Moonlighting' creator Glenn Gordon Caron spoke about Willis' dementia.
'Moonlighting' creator Glenn Gordon Caron spoke about Willis' dementia.
Humble family's black mold-infested apartment raises health concerns
A family in Humble has come forward about having to live with black mold in their apartment for more than a year.
A family in Humble has come forward about having to live with black mold in their apartment for more than a year.
FULL: Lina Hidalgo on mental health leave
FOX 26?s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she?s doing after taking a break from the office to undergo treatment for clinical depression and anxiety. On a lighter note, she ends with a friendly wager between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.
FOX 26?s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she?s doing after taking a break from the office to undergo treatment for clinical depression and anxiety. On a lighter note, she ends with a friendly wager between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.
Harris County judge on mental health crisis
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is back on the job after taking time to focus on her mental health in an out-of-state treatment facility. Now she's facing a lawsuit from Houstonians claiming her health concerns make her unfit for the job, but she tells FOX 26 Morning Anchor and Medical Reporter Melissa Wilson, that she now feels stronger than ever and hopes to help others dealing with mental health issues.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is back on the job after taking time to focus on her mental health in an out-of-state treatment facility. Now she's facing a lawsuit from Houstonians claiming her health concerns make her unfit for the job, but she tells FOX 26 Morning Anchor and Medical Reporter Melissa Wilson, that she now feels stronger than ever and hopes to help others dealing with mental health issues.
Texas family says black mold impacting health
A family in Humble has come forward sharing their distressing living conditions. They recently discovered the presence of mold in their apartment, highlighting a potentially hazardous situation. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details only on FOX.
A family in Humble has come forward sharing their distressing living conditions. They recently discovered the presence of mold in their apartment, highlighting a potentially hazardous situation. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details only on FOX.
1-on-1 with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo following mental health crisis
FOX 26’s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she’s doing after taking a break from the office.
FOX 26’s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she’s doing after taking a break from the office.
Houston man reunites with medical team who saved his life twice
A father of five surprises the medical workers who saved his life to say thank you, on World Heart Day. He suffered a heart attack at home, but by the time he got to the hospital, he went into cardiac arrest two different times.
A father of five surprises the medical workers who saved his life to say thank you, on World Heart Day. He suffered a heart attack at home, but by the time he got to the hospital, he went into cardiac arrest two different times.
Here are the best and worst US states for mental health, as revealed in new report
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
Study on cardiac rehab and heart patients
A new study reveals only about a third of heart patients get the recommended amount of cardiac rehab, and that number could be even worse for women.
A new study reveals only about a third of heart patients get the recommended amount of cardiac rehab, and that number could be even worse for women.
Teen suicidality increases during April and October, UTHealth study says
A study from UTHealth shows teen suicidality increased nationally between 2016 and 2021, with seasonal peaks in April and October.
A study from UTHealth shows teen suicidality increased nationally between 2016 and 2021, with seasonal peaks in April and October.



















