AI brain implant helps paralyzed man move, feel again after years
Medical science has achieved a major breakthrough by successfully using a double neural bypass to circumvent severe spinal cord damage. A man paralyzed after a diving accident is able to move his hand and feel touch again for the first time in years thanks to artificial intelligence.
Medical science has achieved a major breakthrough by successfully using a double neural bypass to circumvent severe spinal cord damage. A man paralyzed after a diving accident is able to move his hand and feel touch again for the first time in years thanks to artificial intelligence.
Paralyzed man able to move, touch again with AI
A man paralyzed after a diving accident is able to move his hand and feeling touch again for the first time in years thanks to artificial intelligence. Melissa Wilson spoke with the lead researcher about this breakthrough.
A man paralyzed after a diving accident is able to move his hand and feeling touch again for the first time in years thanks to artificial intelligence. Melissa Wilson spoke with the lead researcher about this breakthrough.
5 common teeth brushing mistakes that could lead to costly dental surgery
Dr. Marco Gargano shares common mistakes people can make when it comes to dental hygiene as they get older. Plus, he shares an opportunity for veterans to receive free dental care.
Dr. Marco Gargano shares common mistakes people can make when it comes to dental hygiene as they get older. Plus, he shares an opportunity for veterans to receive free dental care.
Road trip snacks for kids: Healthy fiber, protein options to keep them full
Packing the healthy, fun snacks can save a family road trip from going off the rails and we have some options for you to consider before your next trip.
Packing the healthy, fun snacks can save a family road trip from going off the rails and we have some options for you to consider before your next trip.
Healthy road trip snacks for the kids
Packing the healthy, fun snacks can save a family road trip from going off the rails. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares some options for you to consider before your next trip.
Packing the healthy, fun snacks can save a family road trip from going off the rails. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares some options for you to consider before your next trip.
Compounded peptides placed on restrictive list by FDA, lawsuit filed
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
FDA takes coser look at peptides
Peptides seem to be all over the place and there are safer ways to get your hands on them.
Peptides seem to be all over the place and there are safer ways to get your hands on them.
What are peptides and why have they become popular?
Peptides are just about everywhere right now, but the FDA is taking a closer look at them. It could change how they are made and who can access them. Renew Body Contouring & MedSpa break down what peptides are and why they've grown popular.
Peptides are just about everywhere right now, but the FDA is taking a closer look at them. It could change how they are made and who can access them. Renew Body Contouring & MedSpa break down what peptides are and why they've grown popular.
The furtre of some compounded peptides could soon change. One company is challenging the FDA in court over the decision
The future of some compounded peptides could soon change as the FDA reviews which ones may or may not be allowed. EVEXIAS Life Sciences is challenging the FDA in court.
The future of some compounded peptides could soon change as the FDA reviews which ones may or may not be allowed. EVEXIAS Life Sciences is challenging the FDA in court.
Doctors using new technology to help treat patients
Imagine knowing you're at risk for a major illness years before you ever show symptoms. A healthcare company Fountain Life is using artificial intelligence, full-body MRIs, and advanced biomarker tracking to find early warning signs.
Imagine knowing you're at risk for a major illness years before you ever show symptoms. A healthcare company Fountain Life is using artificial intelligence, full-body MRIs, and advanced biomarker tracking to find early warning signs.
Exploring ways to get better, restorative sleep
We're exploring ways to get more restorative sleep and FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares advice from modern wellness expert Sam Tejada about fresh ideas and unexpected ways to get that deep sleep you need.
We're exploring ways to get more restorative sleep and FOX 26's Melissa Wilson shares advice from modern wellness expert Sam Tejada about fresh ideas and unexpected ways to get that deep sleep you need.
MySpot in Houston helping children and adults with autism
There is a supportive learning environment in Houston that accepts health insurance, offering care for children and young adults with developmental disabilities, like autism.
There is a supportive learning environment in Houston that accepts health insurance, offering care for children and young adults with developmental disabilities, like autism.
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.
Houston man desperately seeking help for open wound after gunshot
He says his jaw is deteriorating, but he can't find medical care, since he doesn't have insurance. He feels like he's stuck in a vicious cycle because he hasn't been able to find a job because of his appearance, which further escalates the problem that he can't get health insurance.
He says his jaw is deteriorating, but he can't find medical care, since he doesn't have insurance. He feels like he's stuck in a vicious cycle because he hasn't been able to find a job because of his appearance, which further escalates the problem that he can't get health insurance.
University of Houston researchers working on anti-fentanyl vaccine
Researchers at The University of Houston are working on a vaccine to take on the crisis of the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
Researchers at The University of Houston are working on a vaccine to take on the crisis of the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
Houston-area girl unexpectedly can't walk, now rocking wheelchair basketball
Last year, a Houston-area girl started complaining of back pain. A few months later, she stood up and couldn't walk. She hasn't let that stop her from playing the sport she loves from her wheelchair.
Last year, a Houston-area girl started complaining of back pain. A few months later, she stood up and couldn't walk. She hasn't let that stop her from playing the sport she loves from her wheelchair.
Placentas helping treat dry eye disease, other cornea problems
A Houston-area woman who suffers from dry eye disease for decades talks about how a new treatment quickly stopped her pain thanks to amniotic tissue from new mothers who donate their placenta after their baby is born.
A Houston-area woman who suffers from dry eye disease for decades talks about how a new treatment quickly stopped her pain thanks to amniotic tissue from new mothers who donate their placenta after their baby is born.
Free health care in Houston leads to free education plus a job
A group of clinics in Houston not only offers free treatment for teenagers and young adults, but also sends them to school for free and then offers them a professional job. It's a program through Baylor College of Medicine.
A group of clinics in Houston not only offers free treatment for teenagers and young adults, but also sends them to school for free and then offers them a professional job. It's a program through Baylor College of Medicine.
Young Galena Park mother survives double lung transplant from COVID
A mother from the Galena Park area is thrilled to be home for the holidays. Last year at this time, she was in the hospital fighting for her life and on a transplant list because of COVID-19.
A mother from the Galena Park area is thrilled to be home for the holidays. Last year at this time, she was in the hospital fighting for her life and on a transplant list because of COVID-19.
Houston-area group Mothers Against Cancer unite to fight childhood cancer
Mothers Against Cancer is a powerful group of moms in northeast Houston who share common experiences and a common mission. Their children have suffered from cancer, and now they want to help make sure other families don't have to endure that pain.
Mothers Against Cancer is a powerful group of moms in northeast Houston who share common experiences and a common mission. Their children have suffered from cancer, and now they want to help make sure other families don't have to endure that pain.