Maria Menounos reveals she beat pancreatic cancer: ‘God granted me a miracle’
Maria Menounos, actress and TV host, revealed Wednesday that she survived stage 2 pancreatic cancer after being diagnosed in January. The 44-year-old is expecting a baby via surrogate this summer.
Maria Menounos, actress and TV host, revealed Wednesday that she survived stage 2 pancreatic cancer after being diagnosed in January. The 44-year-old is expecting a baby via surrogate this summer.
646 pounds of prescription drugs collected in one day by Travis County constables
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day offers an opportunity for residents to safely dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day offers an opportunity for residents to safely dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs.
Texas named 9th best state for nurses, according to WalletHub study
Texas was also said to have the number one monthly average starting salary for nurses, and the 10th average annual salary.
Texas was also said to have the number one monthly average starting salary for nurses, and the 10th average annual salary.
Biden sends 1,500 troops to U.S.-Mexico border for migrant surge
The Biden administration has requested 1,500 troops for the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to three administration officials.
The Biden administration has requested 1,500 troops for the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to three administration officials.
Hair relaxers may affect women's fertility, study suggests
Current and former use of chemical hair straighteners, greater frequency and duration of use, and scalp burns from the products were linked to lower chances of becoming pregnant, the study found.
Current and former use of chemical hair straighteners, greater frequency and duration of use, and scalp burns from the products were linked to lower chances of becoming pregnant, the study found.
Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.
Study finds link between long naps and obesity, high blood pressure
A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.
A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.
US to end most federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates next week
The Biden administration will end the last remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week when the national public health emergency for the coronavirus ends.
The Biden administration will end the last remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week when the national public health emergency for the coronavirus ends.
What’s behind shortages of Adderall, Ozempic and other meds?
In recent months, unexpected demand spikes, manufacturing problems and tight ingredient supplies have contributed to shortages that stress patients, parents and doctors.
In recent months, unexpected demand spikes, manufacturing problems and tight ingredient supplies have contributed to shortages that stress patients, parents and doctors.
These are the worst drinks for your health, according to nutritionists
Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.
Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.
Michael J. Fox says 'I'm not going to be 80' amid ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease
Fox, 61, addressed the challenges he faces daily with the incurable disease and said he doesn’t believe he’ll live to be 80 years old.
Fox, 61, addressed the challenges he faces daily with the incurable disease and said he doesn’t believe he’ll live to be 80 years old.
General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour varieties over Salmonella risk
The company is recalling Gold Medal flour products marked with the days March 27, 2024 and March 28, 2024 due to samples testing positive for Salmonella Infantis.
The company is recalling Gold Medal flour products marked with the days March 27, 2024 and March 28, 2024 due to samples testing positive for Salmonella Infantis.
Pancreatic cancer: What you should know about the disease that led to Jerry Springer's death
With the revelation of what led to talk show host Jerry Springer's death, it is shining a spotlight once again on pancreatic cancer. Although the cancer is not as common, it does rank among the deadliest of cancers. Here's what you should know about the disease.
With the revelation of what led to talk show host Jerry Springer's death, it is shining a spotlight once again on pancreatic cancer. Although the cancer is not as common, it does rank among the deadliest of cancers. Here's what you should know about the disease.
How to get COVID tests now before it's no longer free
Free COVID testing ends on May 11, but you'll still have access to tests with a few differences.
Free COVID testing ends on May 11, but you'll still have access to tests with a few differences.
What to know about ticks and Lyme season following a mild winter
Researchers say it is hard to predict how the tick season will play out. This year’s mild winter and early snow melt, though, could mean more ticks earlier than usual.
Researchers say it is hard to predict how the tick season will play out. This year’s mild winter and early snow melt, though, could mean more ticks earlier than usual.
COVID-19 pandemic caused decline in high school students having sex, government survey finds
Teen sex was already becoming less and less common before the pandemic.
Teen sex was already becoming less and less common before the pandemic.
Community activists take concerns surrounding fentanyl crisis to Texas lawmakers
Community members believe Sen. Huffman is the reason legislation that would legalize fentanyl test strips has stalled in committee.
Community members believe Sen. Huffman is the reason legislation that would legalize fentanyl test strips has stalled in committee.
Oliver's journey: Organ donation gives 4-year-old the gift of life
After 281 days in the hospital, Oliver finally went home with a new heart.
After 281 days in the hospital, Oliver finally went home with a new heart.
Adult cigarette smoking rate hits new all-time low in US, CDC says
U.S. adults are smoking less, with 1 in 9 people reporting in 2022 that they were current smokers. Meanwhile, e-cigarette use rose, to about 1 in 17 adults.
U.S. adults are smoking less, with 1 in 9 people reporting in 2022 that they were current smokers. Meanwhile, e-cigarette use rose, to about 1 in 17 adults.
Canine influenza: Tips for preventing its spread
In order to stop the spread of canine influenza, experts are asking the public to take some preventative steps.
In order to stop the spread of canine influenza, experts are asking the public to take some preventative steps.