Vaccine could prevent some forms of colon cancer
Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.
Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.
Texas leads US in cases of dangerous fungal infection
A deadly, often drug-resistant fungus is infecting more than 6,600 people across more than half of the United States, with Texas reporting the most cases.
A deadly, often drug-resistant fungus is infecting more than 6,600 people across more than half of the United States, with Texas reporting the most cases.
Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
4 cases of 'rabbit fever' confirmed on Long Island, health department says
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
Sydney Towle, TikTok creator who documented cancer journey, dies at 26
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
Texas Children's Hospital has 90 days to open 'detransition clinic' under terms of settlement
Texas Children’s Hospital must open a free “detransition clinic” by October under a settlement with the state.
Texas Children’s Hospital must open a free “detransition clinic” by October under a settlement with the state.
Screwworm cases in Texas continue climbing
A new case of screwworm was reported in Texas this week, bringing the total reported cases in the state this year to 44.
A new case of screwworm was reported in Texas this week, bringing the total reported cases in the state this year to 44.
Viagra could do more than advertised as study reveals surprising health superpower
Viagra could do more than give men a boost in the bedroom, as new research suggests it may have benefits for cancer patients.
Viagra could do more than give men a boost in the bedroom, as new research suggests it may have benefits for cancer patients.
CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
New UH institute to ramp up access to healthcare technology
Researchers are developing wearable sensors, AI-driven apps, and portable devices to improve access for rural areas, older adults, and patients with chronic disease.
Researchers are developing wearable sensors, AI-driven apps, and portable devices to improve access for rural areas, older adults, and patients with chronic disease.
New University of Houston institute to focus on digital healthcare
The University of Houston is launching a new institute to help connect people with advanced healthcare devices. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson got a look inside the upcoming Institute for Digital Healthcare Transformation.
The University of Houston is launching a new institute to help connect people with advanced healthcare devices. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson got a look inside the upcoming Institute for Digital Healthcare Transformation.
These states have the most underprivileged children, study finds
A new WalletHub study ranks the states where underprivileged children face the greatest challenges, based on factors including poverty, health and education.
A new WalletHub study ranks the states where underprivileged children face the greatest challenges, based on factors including poverty, health and education.
Nation's largest food distributor halts Mexican lettuce purchases after outbreak linked to two deaths
Sysco, the nation's largest food distributor, will stop buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico as federal health officials investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to the product, the company's CEO said Tuesday.
Sysco, the nation's largest food distributor, will stop buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico as federal health officials investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to the product, the company's CEO said Tuesday.
Perez Hilton hospitalized following concerning TikTok livestream, wellness check
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Houston Methodist Hospital recognized among country's best in U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll
Houston Methodist Hospital has been named to the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the number 1 hospital in Texas, according to a release.
Houston Methodist Hospital has been named to the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the number 1 hospital in Texas, according to a release.
Chipotle pulls jalapeños from stores after salmonella outbreak in Minnesota
Chipotle is pulling jalapeños from its store after a salmonella outbreak in Minnesota.
Chipotle is pulling jalapeños from its store after a salmonella outbreak in Minnesota.
Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests
Consuming less of this during pregnancy and the first years of life may lower the risk of developing dementia decades later.
Consuming less of this during pregnancy and the first years of life may lower the risk of developing dementia decades later.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak deaths: 2 dead in Michigan as cases continue to climb
Michigan is reporting two deaths in the cyclosporiasis outbreak among its most recent case update Monday.
Michigan is reporting two deaths in the cyclosporiasis outbreak among its most recent case update Monday.