Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Texas weather: Rainy, wet June creates ideal conditions for pests
It has been one of the wettest months Central Texas has seen in years, and all that rain is creating ideal conditions for pests.
It has been one of the wettest months Central Texas has seen in years, and all that rain is creating ideal conditions for pests.
Wet weather could make pests worse
It has been one of the wettest months Central Texas has seen in years, and all that rain is creating ideal conditions for pests.
It has been one of the wettest months Central Texas has seen in years, and all that rain is creating ideal conditions for pests.
Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monitor their animals.
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monitor their animals.
Most people taking statins face very low risk of serious muscle disorders, study finds
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Doctors warn rapid weight loss from popular medications can cause back pain
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Here's how often AI ‘doctors’ get things wrong, according to human experts
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
Advil, Tylenol or Aleve? Here's how to choose the right pain reliever
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands
Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas.
Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas.
Emerging treatment for chronic knee pain
Chronic knee pain can make even simple activities a challenge but an emerging treatment is providing relief for some without the need for major keen replacement surgery. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has more.
Chronic knee pain can make even simple activities a challenge but an emerging treatment is providing relief for some without the need for major keen replacement surgery. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has more.
Hormone therapy and menopause symptoms
Hormone therapy can alleviate some menopause symptoms but some women are reluctant to take it for fear of increasing cancer risks. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about findings from a new study about what hormone therapy can improve.
Hormone therapy can alleviate some menopause symptoms but some women are reluctant to take it for fear of increasing cancer risks. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about findings from a new study about what hormone therapy can improve.
New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines
Federal officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 19, with all but one in Texas.
Federal officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 19, with all but one in Texas.
Williamson County mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus
Williamson County's first mosquitoes of the season tested positive for West Nile virus.
Williamson County's first mosquitoes of the season tested positive for West Nile virus.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
New World screwworm cases continue to increase
There are 15 cases of New World screwworm in the U.S., and all but one are in Texas. The feds confirmed that number on June 22.
There are 15 cases of New World screwworm in the U.S., and all but one are in Texas. The feds confirmed that number on June 22.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
FDA alert: Thousands of bottles of blood pressure pills recalled over possible dissolution failure
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire: Crews work for 5th day in responding to 85M pound biohazard threat
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.