CDC issues travel advisories for 32 countries over spread of polio: What we know
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
Measles outbreak forces lockdown of Texas ICE detention facility
A measles outbreak at the Fort Bliss immigration camp has infected 14 detainees and forced a total lockdown of the facility.
A measles outbreak at the Fort Bliss immigration camp has infected 14 detainees and forced a total lockdown of the facility.
Colon cancer in the spotlight. What to know
According to the American Cancer Society, it's the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths when numbers for men and women are combined. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology has more on colon cancer.
According to the American Cancer Society, it's the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths when numbers for men and women are combined. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology has more on colon cancer.
Blood test may help predict Alzheimer's
A new study found that a blood test could help predict when a person may develop Alzheimer's symptoms, years before they appear. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains the findings.
A new study found that a blood test could help predict when a person may develop Alzheimer's symptoms, years before they appear. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains the findings.
Bruce Campbell, ‘Evil Dead’ actor, reveals cancer diagnosis
“Evil Dead" franchise star Bruce Campbell revealed that he has a “treatable" but not "curable" cancer. Here’s what we know.
“Evil Dead" franchise star Bruce Campbell revealed that he has a “treatable" but not "curable" cancer. Here’s what we know.
New blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer, study suggests
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
Trump’s neck rash draws attention online: Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
Lung cancer deaths outpace other major cancers as cases rise in young adults
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Advanced CTE tied to sharp rise in dementia risk, major brain study finds
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
Novartis settles with Henrietta Lacks’ estate over use of her ‘stolen’ cells to advance medicine
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine.
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine.
Raising colorectal cancer awareness
Joe Carr, ambassador for Fight Colorectal Cancer, talks with Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich ahead of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March.
Joe Carr, ambassador for Fight Colorectal Cancer, talks with Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich ahead of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March.
Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital renamed Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, singer honored to help kids
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has been taking care of kids in Tennessee since 1937, and is now adding some star power to its healing by becoming Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has been taking care of kids in Tennessee since 1937, and is now adding some star power to its healing by becoming Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.
Blue-green algae is back in Austin waterways
Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is dangerous to humans, but especially harmful to dogs.
Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is dangerous to humans, but especially harmful to dogs.
Blue-green algae is back in Austin
Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is dangerous to humans, but especially harmful to dogs.
Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is dangerous to humans, but especially harmful to dogs.
Higher heart attack risk for women?
Dr. Pradeep Kumar has some insight on new research on heart disease and women.
Dr. Pradeep Kumar has some insight on new research on heart disease and women.
Casey Means faces hearing as Trump’s pick for surgeon general
Wellness influencer and entrepreneur Dr. Casey Means faced tough questions from senators on Wednesday about topics that have become divisive in recent years, such as vaccines and hormonal birth control, as well as about her qualifications and potential conflicts.
Wellness influencer and entrepreneur Dr. Casey Means faced tough questions from senators on Wednesday about topics that have become divisive in recent years, such as vaccines and hormonal birth control, as well as about her qualifications and potential conflicts.
States sue Trump administration over child vaccine policy. What we know
Multiple states are suing the Trump administration over its adjustments to vaccine recommendations for children. The CDC said it would stop recommending kids be immunized against the flu, RSV, and other infections.
Multiple states are suing the Trump administration over its adjustments to vaccine recommendations for children. The CDC said it would stop recommending kids be immunized against the flu, RSV, and other infections.
New Red Cross data reveals 1 in 5 blood donors show signs of prediabetes and diabetes
Millions of U.S. adults are living with undiagnosed prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes. During the month of March, the Red Cross will provide free A1C diabetes screenings to successful blood, platelet and plasma donations.
Millions of U.S. adults are living with undiagnosed prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes. During the month of March, the Red Cross will provide free A1C diabetes screenings to successful blood, platelet and plasma donations.
Novo Nordisk to slash list prices of Ozempic, Wegovy by up to 50%
Ozempic and Wegovy prices will drop by 35% and 50%, respectively, in 2027 as company faces growing competition from cheaper alternatives.
Ozempic and Wegovy prices will drop by 35% and 50%, respectively, in 2027 as company faces growing competition from cheaper alternatives.