Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Heart health: Daily habits to protect your heart
February is National Heart Month and heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S. Dr. Neha Pathak with WebMD has more information.
February is National Heart Month and heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S. Dr. Neha Pathak with WebMD has more information.
Breast milk's benefits for premature babies
It's well known for providing essential nutrients to newborns but new research shows breast milk's immune boosting benefits may be essential critical for premature babies. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has all the details.
It's well known for providing essential nutrients to newborns but new research shows breast milk's immune boosting benefits may be essential critical for premature babies. Dr. Pradeep Kumar has all the details.
FDA: Certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensors recalled after seven deaths, 860 injuries
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness
The CDC is investigating a gastrointestinal illness outbreak that sickened 27 people aboard the luxury cruise.
The CDC is investigating a gastrointestinal illness outbreak that sickened 27 people aboard the luxury cruise.
New Mexico Health officials warn against raw milk after newborn dies of listeria
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
Simple ways to reboot eye health
Optometrist Dr. Aaron Luekenga has some simple ways you can see the new year clearly and confidently.
Optometrist Dr. Aaron Luekenga has some simple ways you can see the new year clearly and confidently.
New stroke guidelines: What it means
The American Stroke Association has released some new guidelines. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology has the details.
The American Stroke Association has released some new guidelines. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology has the details.
Winter weather: Caring for your skin
The cold winter air can leave skin feeling dry and flaky. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti explains how to take care of your feet, lips and hands.
The cold winter air can leave skin feeling dry and flaky. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti explains how to take care of your feet, lips and hands.
Mitch McConnell hospitalized for flu-like symptoms
Sen. Mitch McConnell, 83, was hospitalized Monday after experiencing flu-like symptoms, his office announced.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, 83, was hospitalized Monday after experiencing flu-like symptoms, his office announced.
Wild blueberries may boost blood vessel function, heart health
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
Thousands of cholesterol drug bottles recalled nationwide over manufacturing defects
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Spanish scientists cure pancreatic cancer in mice in medical breakthrough
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
Red Cross: National blood supply at critically low levels after winter storm disrupted blood drives
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
Men’s heart attack risk climbs by mid-30s, years before women; here's why
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
Texas State University PD swears in new therapy dogs
Texas State University has two new therapy dogs, who were sworn in as part of the university police force.
Texas State University has two new therapy dogs, who were sworn in as part of the university police force.
What is Nipah virus? Deadly disease has countries in Asia on high alert
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
'They were holding on to each other': Frisco community mourns 2 teens killed in sledding accident
The Frisco community is mourning after two 16-year-old girls died when their sled, being towed by a Jeep, struck a tree on Sunday.
The Frisco community is mourning after two 16-year-old girls died when their sled, being towed by a Jeep, struck a tree on Sunday.