Williamson County celebrates its first ever SICU
A new Surgical Intensive Care Unit in Williamson County opened on Sept. 6.
A new Surgical Intensive Care Unit in Williamson County opened on Sept. 6.
Flesh-eating bacteria may be in Hurricane Idalia flood waters
One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.
One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.
Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
Delta flight from Atlanta forced to return after passenger reportedly suffers diarrhea on plane
A Delta pilot allegedly had to make an emergency landing back to the origin city when a passenger's loose bowels resulted in diarrhea all the way through the plane. A supposed snippet of the pilot's call was shared on social media.
A Delta pilot allegedly had to make an emergency landing back to the origin city when a passenger's loose bowels resulted in diarrhea all the way through the plane. A supposed snippet of the pilot's call was shared on social media.
Gender-specific warning signs of cardiac arrest are revealed in study
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making
ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research
ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research
Music icon Jimmy Buffett's cause of death revealed
Jimmy Buffett passed away Friday at the age of 76.
Jimmy Buffett passed away Friday at the age of 76.
Disposable vapes will soon be banned in France, prime minister says
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne says disposable vapes will soon be banned in the country as part of a national anti-smoking plan.
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne says disposable vapes will soon be banned in the country as part of a national anti-smoking plan.
Post Malone flaunts weight loss after revealing his secret to dropping 55 pounds
The 'Chemical' singer shared what he eliminated from his diet to help with weight loss.
The 'Chemical' singer shared what he eliminated from his diet to help with weight loss.
Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus in Georgetown
A Health District contractor is planning to conduct truck-mounted spraying on the evenings of Sept. 3-4, weather permitting, in the area of the Yellow Rose Trail in Sun City.
A Health District contractor is planning to conduct truck-mounted spraying on the evenings of Sept. 3-4, weather permitting, in the area of the Yellow Rose Trail in Sun City.
LCRA advises to 'be lakewise' over Labor Day weekend
The Lower Colorado River Authority is reminding lake-goers to "be lakewise" over Labor Day weekend. This comes after a Travis County resident swam in Lake LBJ this month, got sick from a harmful amoeba, and died.
The Lower Colorado River Authority is reminding lake-goers to "be lakewise" over Labor Day weekend. This comes after a Travis County resident swam in Lake LBJ this month, got sick from a harmful amoeba, and died.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
Airports pledge to make flying easier for passengers with dementia
Over 14 million people are expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend.
Over 14 million people are expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend.
Person dies from amebic infection after swimming in Lake LBJ
A Travis County resident has died after developing an amebic meningitis infection after swimming in Lake LBJ, and Austin Public Health is warning people to take precautions in natural bodies of water.
A Travis County resident has died after developing an amebic meningitis infection after swimming in Lake LBJ, and Austin Public Health is warning people to take precautions in natural bodies of water.
First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.