J&J recalls most Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens after finding cancer-causing chemical in some samples
Johnson and Johnson is recalling most of its Neutrogena and Aveeno brand spray sunscreens after finding a cancer-causing chemical in some samples.
Local health experts: COVID-19 patients are largely unvaccinated and younger than before
With COVID-19 cases rising again, experts are pointing to the Delta variant and lag in vaccination rates particularly among younger populations.
Family celebrates success of novel in-utero procedure at Texas Children's Hospital
Surgeons at Texas Children’s Fetal Center pioneered an in-utero procedure for spina bifida and recently performed their 100th surgery of its kind.
Dad hoping to find kidney for son for Father's Day
Jalen Lowe is waiting for a kidney and it's all his dad wants for him for Father's Day.
Houston ER doctor shares positives amid COVID-19 pandemic
A Houston emergency room doctor says this challenging time has actually brought her closer to her patients. She also shares words of encouragement to anyone concerned about getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
Memorial Hermann Health Systems President and CEO reflects on year since pandemic hit Houston
The President and CEO of Memorial Hermann Health Systems talks about lessons learned and how far we've come in the year since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Houston.
Houston doctor accused of stealing COVID vaccine for friends, family explains why he stands by his decision
A doctor accused of stealing a vial of COVID vaccine is now sharing his side of the story. Dr. Hasan Gokal was fired from Harris County Public Health last month.
Houston 18-year-old survives rare and potentially fatal condition
A student from UT Austin was back home in Houston enjoying the holidays when he suffered a rare condition that came close to claiming his life.
UH Senior hopes to create statewide bone marrow donor recruitment program
Bone marrow transplants are a life-saving treatment for people with serious disease including cancer. However, finding the right donor can be difficult particularly for minority groups.
Houston vaccine expert refutes claims that it's 'more effective to catch COVID than get vaccine'
“It would never be a good idea to tell people they should just be infected [with COVID-19] because we do know some people who get infected can get very sick,” Dr. Whitacker warned.
Some health care, frontline workers are declining vaccines
A number of frontline workers are staying away from the coronavirus vaccine due to mixed feelings.
Family celebrates their triplets this Christmas, after close call
A couple in Nebraska raced to Houston for a life-saving, in-utero surgery to save their surprise triplets who are now thriving.
Doctors concerned about long-term effects of COVID-19 on children
Doctors at Memorial Hermann say they’re seeing an alarming number of children who can't function the way they used to after contracting COVID-19, and they are concerned about possible damage to their hearts.
Babies in Texas Children's Hospital NICU get festive in holiday photos
Texas Children’s Hospital is helping to make the holiday season festive for babies in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Thousands of COVID-19 vaccine doses arriving in Houston on Tuesday
State health officials say 75,075 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will be arriving at 19 sites in Texas on Tuesday, including seven Houston-area hospitals.
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center receives COVID-19 vaccines
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center received its allocation of COVID-19 vaccine early Monday morning.
Texas Medical Center sees an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations
The latest bump in COVID-19 cases has forced the Texas Medical Center to exceed its normal ICU capacity.
Rare five-way kidney swap takes place at Houston Methodist Hospital
The rare five-way kidney swap at Houston Methodist Hospital involved five people in need of a kidney and five loved ones willing to give the ultimate gift of their own kidney.
Treats for patients at Texas Children’s Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital put big plans in place, so that everyone could have a Spook-tacular time this Halloween.
10-month-old Harris County baby on life support given more time by District Judge
A district judge has given more time for a 10-month-old baby to recover after being brought to the hospital unresponsive and unconscious.