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.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
Quinton Aaron, actor known for 'The Blind Side,' hospitalized in Atlanta
An actor widely recognized from his role as Michael Oher in "The Blind Side" is currently on life support at an Atlanta hospital, fighting a severe blood infection, according to a fundraiser raising money to support his medical expenses.
An actor widely recognized from his role as Michael Oher in "The Blind Side" is currently on life support at an Atlanta hospital, fighting a severe blood infection, according to a fundraiser raising money to support his medical expenses.
Nearly 90% of US adults show signs of heart-related syndrome, study finds
A new study from the American Heart Association found heart health is improving, but overlapping heart, kidney and metabolic risks remain widespread.
A new study from the American Heart Association found heart health is improving, but overlapping heart, kidney and metabolic risks remain widespread.
RFK Jr. claims he lost 20 pounds in 20 days, gained mental clarity on extreme diet
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he experienced dramatic weight loss after adopting an extreme carnivore diet.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he experienced dramatic weight loss after adopting an extreme carnivore diet.
Austin winter storm: How to safely use space heaters during freezing temps
Firefighters and emergency medical services often face a surge in calls during cold snaps like the one forecasted for this weekend, responding to house fires and carbon monoxide poisoning cases.
Firefighters and emergency medical services often face a surge in calls during cold snaps like the one forecasted for this weekend, responding to house fires and carbon monoxide poisoning cases.
Powdered whole milk may be culprit in botulism outbreak that sickened dozens of babies
Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.
Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.
Winter storm health risks
As Texans get ready for an arctic blast this weekend, doctors say preparing for the cold means more than just winterizing your home.
As Texans get ready for an arctic blast this weekend, doctors say preparing for the cold means more than just winterizing your home.
Austin winter storm: Health risks to watch out for ahead of arctic blast
As Texans get ready for an arctic blast this weekend, doctors say preparing for the cold means more than just winterizing your home.
As Texans get ready for an arctic blast this weekend, doctors say preparing for the cold means more than just winterizing your home.
New study looks at common cold
We know the common cold is highly contagious but a new study suggests there's more to the story. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.
We know the common cold is highly contagious but a new study suggests there's more to the story. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.