Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults

Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Texas Governor orders cybersecurity audit of Chinese medical devices over data breach risks

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed state health agencies and universities to review cybersecurity policies and inventory Chinese-manufactured medical devices following federal warnings that the equipment contains vulnerabilities allowing for unauthorized data access.

Tommy DeCarlo, lead singer of Boston, dies at 60

Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist for the rock band Boston, has died following a battle with brain cancer.

A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says

A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.

Corey Parker, ‘Friday the 13th’ and ‘Will & Grace’ actor, dead at 60: TMZ

Corey Parker, a veteran actor known for roles in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" and the sitcom “Flying Blind," has died at 60, according to TMZ.

Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?

The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”

CDC issues travel advisories for 32 countries over spread of polio: What we know

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading. 

Measles outbreak forces lockdown of Texas ICE detention facility

A measles outbreak at the Fort Bliss immigration camp has infected 14 detainees and forced a total lockdown of the facility.

Colon cancer in the spotlight. What to know
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According to the American Cancer Society, it's the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths when numbers for men and women are combined. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology has more on colon cancer.

Blood test may help predict Alzheimer's
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A new study found that a blood test could help predict when a person may develop Alzheimer's symptoms, years before they appear. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike explains the findings.

Bruce Campbell, ‘Evil Dead’ actor, reveals cancer diagnosis

“Evil Dead" franchise star Bruce Campbell revealed that he has a “treatable" but not "curable" cancer. Here’s what we know.

New blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer, study suggests

A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.

Advanced CTE tied to sharp rise in dementia risk, major brain study finds

A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.

Novartis settles with Henrietta Lacks’ estate over use of her ‘stolen’ cells to advance medicine

Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine.

Raising colorectal cancer awareness
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Joe Carr, ambassador for Fight Colorectal Cancer, talks with Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich ahead of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March.

Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors

This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.

East Tennessee Children’s Hospital renamed Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, singer honored to help kids

East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has been taking care of kids in Tennessee since 1937, and is now adding some star power to its healing by becoming Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.