AI, brain implants help man move again
A man who was paralyzed by an accident has regained some ability to move and feel objects thanks to artificial intelligence and a brain implant.
A man who was paralyzed by an accident has regained some ability to move and feel objects thanks to artificial intelligence and a brain implant.
What happened to Mitch McConnell?
Concerns have grown over the health of Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell. He had to be escorted away after he suddenly froze mid-sentence at his press conference. He is back at work, but a lot of people have been asking if he suffered a seizure or mini-stroke. Dr. Lee Schwamm, a neurologist and stroke expert at Yale, talks about some of the concerns.
Concerns have grown over the health of Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell. He had to be escorted away after he suddenly froze mid-sentence at his press conference. He is back at work, but a lot of people have been asking if he suffered a seizure or mini-stroke. Dr. Lee Schwamm, a neurologist and stroke expert at Yale, talks about some of the concerns.
Bronny James: Officials release frantic 911 call after USC freshman’s cardiac arrest
Los Angeles officials have released the 911 call after USC freshman Bronny James went into cardiac arrest during basketball practice.
Los Angeles officials have released the 911 call after USC freshman Bronny James went into cardiac arrest during basketball practice.
North Carolinian dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria, Texas coast can provide breeding ground
Experts warn that hot ocean temperatures aren't just damaging to marine life, but also creating more welcoming environments for flesh-eating bacteria like vibrio.
Experts warn that hot ocean temperatures aren't just damaging to marine life, but also creating more welcoming environments for flesh-eating bacteria like vibrio.
MD Anderson Blood Bank in need of O-negative donations
MD Anderson’s Blood Bank is putting out an urgent call for more blood donors and is particularly in need of O-negative blood.
MD Anderson’s Blood Bank is putting out an urgent call for more blood donors and is particularly in need of O-negative blood.
Alpha-gal syndrome: Tick-borne disease that triggers meat allergies is on the rise, CDC says
The tick-borne disease has not caused any deaths, health officials say, but people with alpha-gal syndrome have described it as bewildering and terrifying.
The tick-borne disease has not caused any deaths, health officials say, but people with alpha-gal syndrome have described it as bewildering and terrifying.
Woman receives uterus transplant, delivers healthy baby: ‘We did it’
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
Salmonella outbreak linked to ground beef sickens 16, hospitalizes 6
The CDC said Tuesday that illnesses have been reported in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
The CDC said Tuesday that illnesses have been reported in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Nevada toddler dies from brain-eating amoeba
Nevada health officials said a 2-year-old boy died last week from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating amoeba.
Nevada health officials said a 2-year-old boy died last week from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating amoeba.
Running could potentially reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease, study finds
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Houston man loses hands, parts of his feet after flea bite
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Espresso could lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Houston Affordable Housing Project has environmental watchdogs sounding the alarm
A multi-million dollar affordable housing initiative at 800 Middle Street in Houston is generating heated debate as environmental watchdogs discover troubling details.
A multi-million dollar affordable housing initiative at 800 Middle Street in Houston is generating heated debate as environmental watchdogs discover troubling details.
Study reveals weekend-only workouts can also boost heart health
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Harris County heat-related death: 89-year-old man found unresponsive on sidewalk
The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has reported a second heat-related death this summer.
The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has reported a second heat-related death this summer.
1 year later, how is 988 mental health crisis hotline doing? Here's what you should know
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
Half a million Texans lose Medicaid coverage in past 3 months
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission announced that over 500,000 Texans lost their Medicaid coverage since April, mainly due to procedural issues.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission announced that over 500,000 Texans lost their Medicaid coverage since April, mainly due to procedural issues.
How to strengthen your gut to improve your health
Since the gut affects every organ in the body, it's important to understand what the gut entails.
Since the gut affects every organ in the body, it's important to understand what the gut entails.
One-third of normal weight people could be obese, study says
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.