FTC Sues Over Alleged Anesthesiology Monopoly
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit alleging that private equity firm Welsh Carson Anderson and Stow, through their creation of US Anesthesia Partners, has been establishing a monopoly in the field of anesthesia services in major cities across Texas, including Houston.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit alleging that private equity firm Welsh Carson Anderson and Stow, through their creation of US Anesthesia Partners, has been establishing a monopoly in the field of anesthesia services in major cities across Texas, including Houston.
Houston-area behavioral health center shutdown leaves employees, patients with loss
St. Joseph is set to close the behavioral health center and stop in-patient mental health care.
St. Joseph is set to close the behavioral health center and stop in-patient mental health care.
Booking COVID-19 vaccine? Some are reporting canceled appointments, insurance issues
Pfizer and Moderna say they have sent out millions of doses of the new COVID-19 vaccines in the past week. But availability depends on where you live.
Pfizer and Moderna say they have sent out millions of doses of the new COVID-19 vaccines in the past week. But availability depends on where you live.
FTC: US anesthesia partners created monopoly
The Federal Trade Commission says a monopoly has cost Texans tens of millions of dollars more each year for anesthesia services when undergoing medical procedures including here in Houston. The FTC sued a private equity firm and US anesthesia partners today, accusing them of driving up prices. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports more on the story.
The Federal Trade Commission says a monopoly has cost Texans tens of millions of dollars more each year for anesthesia services when undergoing medical procedures including here in Houston. The FTC sued a private equity firm and US anesthesia partners today, accusing them of driving up prices. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports more on the story.
All Ears! Listening and Language Center nominated for Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards
All Ears! Listening and Language Center in The Woodlands serves the deaf or hard of hearing. Chick-fil-A nominated All Ears! for its True Inspiration Awards program. The organization is the only local finalist in the entire southwest region.
All Ears! Listening and Language Center in The Woodlands serves the deaf or hard of hearing. Chick-fil-A nominated All Ears! for its True Inspiration Awards program. The organization is the only local finalist in the entire southwest region.
Houston woman gets married at Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital in Katy, where father is being treated
Her plans changed after her 80-year-old dad had an unexpected hospitalization. She and his medical workers got creative to make sure the wedding could still go on, and her beloved dad could be part of it all.
Her plans changed after her 80-year-old dad had an unexpected hospitalization. She and his medical workers got creative to make sure the wedding could still go on, and her beloved dad could be part of it all.
Study finds morning exercise could lead to better weight loss
Researchers discovered that people who worked out in the early morning hours had a lower body mass index.
Researchers discovered that people who worked out in the early morning hours had a lower body mass index.
COVID tests: When, where to order next batch of free ones
The Biden administration is allocating $600 million to go towards making more at-home COVID-19 tests ahead of the colder months. Here are the details to get some again for free.
The Biden administration is allocating $600 million to go towards making more at-home COVID-19 tests ahead of the colder months. Here are the details to get some again for free.
Transplant survivor shares how donation transformed his life
A young man from Oklahoma gets the rare opportunity to reunite with the doctor in Houston who helped save his life when he was a teenager.
A young man from Oklahoma gets the rare opportunity to reunite with the doctor in Houston who helped save his life when he was a teenager.
Study finds vaping causes Asthma in kids
Research finds children who vape are more likely to develop asthma.
Research finds children who vape are more likely to develop asthma.
When to get the new COVID booster shot
The new COVID-19 booster is now available and is being recommended for everyone six months and older. Doctors say you should get the shot sooner rather than later. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins the morning show to discuss more.
The new COVID-19 booster is now available and is being recommended for everyone six months and older. Doctors say you should get the shot sooner rather than later. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins the morning show to discuss more.
Miracle premature twins, size of soda cans, thrive at home against all odds
Kimyah and DJ Jackson, born at just 22 weeks and weighing 12 and 15 ounces respectively, faced a slim chance of survival and potential developmental delays.
Kimyah and DJ Jackson, born at just 22 weeks and weighing 12 and 15 ounces respectively, faced a slim chance of survival and potential developmental delays.
Alzheimer's awareness in Hispanic communities
Did you know Alzheimer?s affects the Latino community at higher rates than others? This Hispanic Heritage Month - the Alzheimer?s Association is raising awareness about the risks and resources available for families dealing with the disease. Jorge Olvera is director of diversity outreach with the Alzheimer?s association, Houston & southeast Texas is here to share more information.
Did you know Alzheimer?s affects the Latino community at higher rates than others? This Hispanic Heritage Month - the Alzheimer?s Association is raising awareness about the risks and resources available for families dealing with the disease. Jorge Olvera is director of diversity outreach with the Alzheimer?s association, Houston & southeast Texas is here to share more information.
What medicine works to clear congestion?
It's definitely sniffle season here in the Houston area and if a popular decongestant doesn't work, what does? Dr. Arjuna Kuperan is an ear, nose, and throat doctor and founder of My Houston Surgeons and he's here to help.
It's definitely sniffle season here in the Houston area and if a popular decongestant doesn't work, what does? Dr. Arjuna Kuperan is an ear, nose, and throat doctor and founder of My Houston Surgeons and he's here to help.
Pet owners rarely vaccinate their dogs
A recent study revealed a concerning trend among dog owners: they are opting out of vaccinating their pets. Fox's Lissette Nunez delves into the findings and captures the sentiments of dog owners who express hesitations about routine shots for their pets.
A recent study revealed a concerning trend among dog owners: they are opting out of vaccinating their pets. Fox's Lissette Nunez delves into the findings and captures the sentiments of dog owners who express hesitations about routine shots for their pets.
Arkansas toddler dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection likely contracted at country club splash pad
According to the CDC, amoeba Naegleria fowleri thrives in warm water.
According to the CDC, amoeba Naegleria fowleri thrives in warm water.
Some cleaning products, including ‘green’ ones, emit hazardous chemicals, study finds
Scientists at the Environmental Working Group found that fragrance-free “green” cleaning products produced the least amount of hazardous chemicals on average.
Scientists at the Environmental Working Group found that fragrance-free “green” cleaning products produced the least amount of hazardous chemicals on average.
Congress has questions about drug shortages
As we head into the fall and winter, pharmacies across the country are reporting shortages of generic drugs. FOX's Mike Emanuel says Congress has many questions.
As we head into the fall and winter, pharmacies across the country are reporting shortages of generic drugs. FOX's Mike Emanuel says Congress has many questions.
Firefighters fear toxic chemicals in their gear may contribute to surge in cancer cases
Firefighters around the country are worried that gear laced with PFAS, a group of toxic industrial compounds, could be one reason cancer rates among their ranks are rising.
Firefighters around the country are worried that gear laced with PFAS, a group of toxic industrial compounds, could be one reason cancer rates among their ranks are rising.
FDA says over-the-counter cold meds don't really do anything: report
If you've got the sniffles, your over-the-counter cold medicine may not help, according to a new bombshell report from an FDA panel.
If you've got the sniffles, your over-the-counter cold medicine may not help, according to a new bombshell report from an FDA panel.