Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
FDA approves colon cancer blood test
Shield is a blood test from Guardant Health. Although it has been available to doctors as a screening tool, what does it mean for it to have FDA approval and how does it relate to colonoscopy screenings? Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology shares his thoughts.
Shield is a blood test from Guardant Health. Although it has been available to doctors as a screening tool, what does it mean for it to have FDA approval and how does it relate to colonoscopy screenings? Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology shares his thoughts.
Survival rates for lung cancer are improving: American Lung Association
While lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Lung Association, survival rates are improving.
While lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Lung Association, survival rates are improving.
Freddie Freeman reveals his 3-year-old son Max is battling rare neurological disorder
Freddie Freeman reveals his 3-year-old son Max is battling a rare neurological disorder called the Guillain-Barré syndrome.
Freddie Freeman reveals his 3-year-old son Max is battling a rare neurological disorder called the Guillain-Barré syndrome.
Lung cancer survival rates are improving
While lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Lung Association, survival rates are improving.
While lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Lung Association, survival rates are improving.
Lead found in nearly half of dark chocolate, other cocoa products, study finds
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
Most of the chocolate products that were tested were deemed safe by FDA standards, but researchers caution about exceeding portion sizes.
West Nile virus found in Georgetown again; ground spraying set for this week
The West Nile virus has been detected again in Georgetown, which has prompted health officials to schedule ground spraying for this week.
The West Nile virus has been detected again in Georgetown, which has prompted health officials to schedule ground spraying for this week.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
What is 'Teflon flu'? Illnesses linked to nonstick pans on the rise
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Tick bite blamed for Kansas man's near-fatal allergic reaction eating BBQ sandwich
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
"I knew something was wrong when I was in the ER in September of this last year," Brian McCornack told FOX Weather.
Senate passes Kids Online Safety Act, aims to protect children from social media harms
The Kids Online Safety Act passed the Senate in a bipartisan 91-3 vote on Tuesday.
The Kids Online Safety Act passed the Senate in a bipartisan 91-3 vote on Tuesday.
HIIT training's effects on brain function
Exercise offers multiple health benefits and now researchers are particularly interested in discovering how it affects the brains of older adults. Dr. Mike with the FOX Medical Team has details.
Exercise offers multiple health benefits and now researchers are particularly interested in discovering how it affects the brains of older adults. Dr. Mike with the FOX Medical Team has details.
Pets can smell your stress, study finds
A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.
A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.
North Korean officials seek medicines for leader’s obesity-related health issues, South Korea says
South Korea's spy agency said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and has obesity-related health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes.
South Korea's spy agency said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and has obesity-related health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes.
Study: Wildfire smoke may be worse for your brain than other air pollution
Research shows wildfire smoke significantly raises dementia risk, with a 21% increase per 1 microgram of PM2.5, compared to other air pollution.
Research shows wildfire smoke significantly raises dementia risk, with a 21% increase per 1 microgram of PM2.5, compared to other air pollution.
Tongue-tie in babies may be overdiagnosed and needlessly treated, AAP says
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
Measles cases surge to triple last year's — with 5 months to go
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Guacamole, salsa, recalled in 5 states due to risk of 'sometimes fatal' illness
Guacamole and salsa products sold at Kroger grocery stores are among a long list of products that have been recalled due to a risk of listeria contamination, the Food and Drug Administration announced on its website on Friday, July 26.
Guacamole and salsa products sold at Kroger grocery stores are among a long list of products that have been recalled due to a risk of listeria contamination, the Food and Drug Administration announced on its website on Friday, July 26.
Georgetown boy returns home after near death experience during NYC birthday trip
10-year-old Riker Stippick is finally home in Georgetown after he had a near death experience while visiting New York City for his birthday earlier this year.
10-year-old Riker Stippick is finally home in Georgetown after he had a near death experience while visiting New York City for his birthday earlier this year.
Austin bar employees get training on opioid awareness
Stevi stevenson, operation and security lead, emo's and scoot inn, live nation Phil owen, program manager, communities for recovery Brian block, nightlife and entertainment services manager, city of austin
Stevi stevenson, operation and security lead, emo's and scoot inn, live nation Phil owen, program manager, communities for recovery Brian block, nightlife and entertainment services manager, city of austin