Trump signs executive order recommending spaced-out childhood vaccines, separate MMR shots

President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.

Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, is spreading again: What to know

Cases of Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus with a reported 30-60% mortality rate in previous studies, are on the rise again in the U.S.

Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from cereals

Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.

Vaccinations: APH holding clinics as school year begins

August is National Immunization Awareness Month and Austin Public Health is encouraging everyone to get vaccinated and protect themselves from disease.

Trump mulls executive order on vaccines and autism: report

The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.

Hospital visits rise among frequent marijuana users with severe nausea, vomiting

A growing number of frequent marijuana users in the U.S. are being hospitalized with a condition that causes severe nausea and vomiting, according to a report released Thursday.

Meta ordered to pay $567 million for youth mental health treatment

A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users. 

Back-to-school: Healthy sleep routines for kids
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Many families are gearing up to trade late nights for earlier bedtimes. Dr. Puja Patel with Ascension Texas has some tips to get kids back on track and stick with routines once school gets underway.

Vaccine could prevent some forms of colon cancer

Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.

Texas leads US in cases of dangerous fungal infection

A deadly, often drug-resistant fungus is infecting more than 6,600 people across more than half of the United States, with Texas reporting the most cases.

Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group

The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.

New cholesterol guidelines and heart disease
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New guidelines could change how heart disease is prevented, detected and treated. Dr. Pradeep Kumar explains.

Drinks and how they affect high blood pressure
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A long-term study found that frequent consumption of soda, sports drinks and fruit juice beginning in childhood is linked to a higher risk of blood pressure in adulthood. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains.

Youth mental health: Study finds no single solution
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What's the best way to respond to growing concerns about youth well-bein? Executive Director of Coalition to Empower Our Future Glen Weiner talks about some new research and examines its findings.

Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab, will continue recovery at home

Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue intensive physical therapy at home following a fall that led to weeks of treatment.

4 cases of 'rabbit fever' confirmed on Long Island, health department says

The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.