First blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis cleared by FDA
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Millions of Americans with the common dementia could benefit from less invasive diagnostic, experts say.
Dangerous levels of arsenic found in US rice: What families need to know now
A new report reveals that many store-bought rice samples in the US contain high levels of arsenic and cadmium, posing health risks to babies, children, and pregnant women. Here’s what to avoid—and safer options to try.
A new report reveals that many store-bought rice samples in the US contain high levels of arsenic and cadmium, posing health risks to babies, children, and pregnant women. Here’s what to avoid—and safer options to try.
Brain-dead Georgia woman kept on life support due to state's abortion law
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
Texas asks for USDA waiver to ban junk food from SNAP benefits
Texas has requested a waiver from the USDA to prohibit the use of SNAP benefits on unhealthy foods like soda and candy.
Texas has requested a waiver from the USDA to prohibit the use of SNAP benefits on unhealthy foods like soda and candy.
TikTok launches new meditation feature for teens
This latest in-app guided tool offers a way to boost the well-being of users, and here’s how it works.
This latest in-app guided tool offers a way to boost the well-being of users, and here’s how it works.
Texas Measles Outbreak: State only reports 1 new case in latest update
Since late January, 718 measles cases connected to an outbreak in West Texas have been confirmed by state health officials.
Since late January, 718 measles cases connected to an outbreak in West Texas have been confirmed by state health officials.
Where do Trump's $5 trillion 'Big Beautiful' tax cut bill and Project 2025 align?
Despite Trump's public distancing from Project 2025, his "One Big Beautiful Bill" incorporates several elements from the initiative, including changes to health care, tax cuts, food assistance, abortion access and student loans.
Despite Trump's public distancing from Project 2025, his "One Big Beautiful Bill" incorporates several elements from the initiative, including changes to health care, tax cuts, food assistance, abortion access and student loans.
Austin physician speaks on how to treat rabies amid recent fox attacks
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies.
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies.
Too much sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even if you exercise regularly, study finds
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.
Treating for rabies after fox attacks
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies. Dr. Ryan McCorkle, an emergency department physician with St. David's Medical Center, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies. Dr. Ryan McCorkle, an emergency department physician with St. David's Medical Center, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss
Overdose deaths see largest one-year decline ever: Here’s why
US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.
US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.
Woman 'miraculously' found alive after almost 3 weeks lost in the Sierra Nevada
A camper who had been missing for almost three weeks amid snowy, blizzard conditions in the Sierra Nevada has been located and "miraculously found alive."
A camper who had been missing for almost three weeks amid snowy, blizzard conditions in the Sierra Nevada has been located and "miraculously found alive."
Baby born with rare disorder thrives after getting personalized gene editing treatment
Though it may be a while before similar personalized treatments are available for others, doctors hope the technology can someday help millions who have been left behind by genetic medicine because their diseases are so rare.
Though it may be a while before similar personalized treatments are available for others, doctors hope the technology can someday help millions who have been left behind by genetic medicine because their diseases are so rare.
Chinese imports to US plummet to lowest levels since COVID-19 pandemic amid Trump tariffs
Trade data shows record imports from other countries as duties on Chinese goods reach 145%.
Trade data shows record imports from other countries as duties on Chinese goods reach 145%.
UnitedHealth Group's stock takes another hit after DOJ investigation report
In a statement to FOX 9, UnitedHealth Group called the Wall Street Journal's report "deeply irresponsible."
In a statement to FOX 9, UnitedHealth Group called the Wall Street Journal's report "deeply irresponsible."
From fluoride to vaccines to drug ads: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s testimony to Congress
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced bipartisan criticism on Capitol Hill over his department’s budget cuts, vaccine statements, and controversial fluoride and drug policy proposals.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced bipartisan criticism on Capitol Hill over his department’s budget cuts, vaccine statements, and controversial fluoride and drug policy proposals.
West Nile: Annual mosquito trapping season starts in Williamson County
The Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) has started its annual mosquito trapping season and testing for West Nile virus.
The Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) has started its annual mosquito trapping season and testing for West Nile virus.
Top cities affected by allergies: Austin's ranking
Spring brings signs like budding trees and flowering plants which also means allergies. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has released a report on top cities affected. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology talks about Austin's ranking and what else the report reveals.
Spring brings signs like budding trees and flowering plants which also means allergies. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has released a report on top cities affected. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology talks about Austin's ranking and what else the report reveals.
Fox bites person in Hays County, tests positive for rabies: sheriff
A fox that bit someone in Hays County has tested positive for rabies, officials say. This is the second reported fox attack in the county in the last week.
A fox that bit someone in Hays County has tested positive for rabies, officials say. This is the second reported fox attack in the county in the last week.
In-N-Out Burger removes artificial coloring from these products
Less than a month after the Food and Drug Administration announced it wanted foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artifical colors, In-N-Out Burger said it was getting rid of the dyes from two of its drinks.
Less than a month after the Food and Drug Administration announced it wanted foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artifical colors, In-N-Out Burger said it was getting rid of the dyes from two of its drinks.