TRACK: Map shows where screwworm cases are in Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Food allergies: New childhood guidelines
Advice for parents on food allergies has changed over the years and new research suggests babies may benefit from being introduced to common allergens at as early as six months old. Dr. Pradeep Kumar talks about the findings.
Advice for parents on food allergies has changed over the years and new research suggests babies may benefit from being introduced to common allergens at as early as six months old. Dr. Pradeep Kumar talks about the findings.
Summer illness: Importance of acting early
Respiratory viruses may not be top of mind during the warmer months but they continue to circulate and can sideline plans. Antonio Gomez with the American Pharmacists Association shares some insight.
Respiratory viruses may not be top of mind during the warmer months but they continue to circulate and can sideline plans. Antonio Gomez with the American Pharmacists Association shares some insight.
Officials confirm 5 cases of New World screwworm in Texas
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
No streaks: US approves sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for over 25 years
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Toxic blue-green algae found in Austin waterways
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Possible toxic blue-green algae found on Lady Bird Lake & Lake Austin
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
USDA Secretary calls Miller 'unserious' after he bashes federal screwworm response
U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.
U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.
Screwworm risk and household pets
While state animal health officials race to contain the New World screwworm, federal officials confirmed the first case of the parasite in a dog. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan has more on what pet owners might want to be aware of.
While state animal health officials race to contain the New World screwworm, federal officials confirmed the first case of the parasite in a dog. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan has more on what pet owners might want to be aware of.
New World screwworm in Texas: Austin vet offers advice on keeping pets safe
Livestock and pet owners in Texas are on high alert after a case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a dog. An Austin vet is offering some advice on how to protect your pets.
Livestock and pet owners in Texas are on high alert after a case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a dog. An Austin vet is offering some advice on how to protect your pets.
New World screwworm gets political in Texas governor's race
The New World screwworm has gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings.
The New World screwworm has gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings.
Scientists trigger sleep’s restorative effect in mice forced to stay awake
“Dolphins do something similar, sleeping with only one brain hemisphere at a time,” one researcher noted.
“Dolphins do something similar, sleeping with only one brain hemisphere at a time,” one researcher noted.
Fifth case of New World screwworm confirmed
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.
New World screwworm becomes political issue
The screwworm has also gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings. She wants to know if federal cutbacks may have hampered the response. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski reports.
The screwworm has also gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings. She wants to know if federal cutbacks may have hampered the response. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski reports.
New World screwworm detected in Central Texas; officials confirm case in Gillespie County
The New World screwworm has been detected in Central Texas.
The New World screwworm has been detected in Central Texas.
Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.