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.

5th Annual 'concert for a cause' supports breast cancer
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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
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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
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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
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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.

FULL: Lina Hidalgo on mental health leave
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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
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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
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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.

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.

Study on cardiac rehab and heart patients
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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.