US alcohol-related deaths more than double over past 20 years
A study reveals U.S. alcohol-related deaths nearly doubled between 1999 and 2020, with sharp increases among young adults, women, and Asian-Pacific Islander communities.
Trump nominates Dr. Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Donald Trump says he is nominating TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Does cooking carrots kill E. coli? What to know amid outbreak
Learn if cooking carrots can kill E. coli and how to stay safe amid the outbreak linked to Grimmway Farms’ recalled organic carrots.
Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' actor, dead at 35
Actor Paul Teal, who starred on the hit show “One Tree Hill", has died at the age of 35.
Here's how much vaccinations dropped among kindergartners during 2023 school year
Vaccination coverage among Kindergarten students was lower across all vaccines compared to the previous year.
Obesity could affect 260M Americans by 2050, study warns
A study published in The Lancet projects that by 2050, nearly 260 million Americans, including 43.1 million children and adolescents, will be overweight or obese.
Is it flu or COVID? At-home tests can now tell you
While symptoms of the flu and COVID are similar, the viruses that cause each illness are different. New tests this winter season can tell you at home what you’re sick with.
New form of mpox reported in US for 1st time
A U.S. resident who had traveled to eastern Africa is the first confirmed U.S. case of a new form of mpox.
Postmates executive enters hospice, shares message: ‘Be kind, be brave’
James Butts, a former SVP at Postmates, shared an emotional message on X amid his cancer battle. The post, which went viral, has touched thousands of people.
New FDA rules target those ubiquitous TV drug commercials
The agency’s new guidelines are created to eliminate pharmaceutical company practices that minimize or distract consumers from knowing risk information about drugs.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
E.coli cases linked to McDonald's climbs to 104
A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has affected at least 104 people in 14 states, with 34 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
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.
MySpot in Houston helping children and adults with autism
A family finds a spot that gives a voice to their disabled son where they found much needed help in Houston.
Preventing blindness caused by diabetes
Diabetes is often preventable, yet it's one of the most common diseases in the world. It's important to know that diabetes can affect your eyes, even cause blindness.
Medicare premiums increasing in 2025
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
How diabetes can impact your eyesight
Diabetes can affect your eyes, even causing blindness. Dr. Mirwat Sami with Houston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery helps sound the alarm and offer ways to save a diabetics eyesight.
FDA wants to pull decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
The FDA is proposing the removal of phenylephrine, a popular nasal decongestant, in oral form from over-the-counter use. Here’s why.
James Van Der Beek mistook cancer symptoms for problems with his diet
The 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' actor, 47, has been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
Your candidate lost? Here’s how to cope with post-election stress
With emotions running high, here are expert-backed tips to help you cope if the election results aren’t what you hoped, including managing stress, finding support, and staying grounded.