New definition of obesity could double prevalence
A team of researchers has found that looking at BMI alone may significantly underestimate how many people are obese. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike has more on what it all means.
A team of researchers has found that looking at BMI alone may significantly underestimate how many people are obese. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike has more on what it all means.
Heart health: Simple tips to protect your heart
Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa with the Heart Hospital of Austin talks about healthy habits.
Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa with the Heart Hospital of Austin talks about healthy habits.
'Dilbert' creator Scott Adams dies after prostate cancer battle
Cartoonist Scott Adams, best known as the creator of "Dilbert," has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Cartoonist Scott Adams, best known as the creator of "Dilbert," has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.
Rabies outbreak confirmed in Hays County wildlife; most cases involve foxes
An outbreak of rabies has been confirmed in wildlife in Hays County and surrounding areas. Residents are advised to vaccinate their pets and livestock and report any unusual animal activity.
An outbreak of rabies has been confirmed in wildlife in Hays County and surrounding areas. Residents are advised to vaccinate their pets and livestock and report any unusual animal activity.
CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.
BBB LipoMax warning: AI videos helping promote weight loss products
The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”
The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”
Missing sleep may take a hidden toll on your brain and longevity, research reveals
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
Insufficient sleep has higher mortality risk than bad diet and lack of exercise, study finds.
Study reveals why chewing gum might actually help with focus and stress relief
Polish researchers used brain imaging to reveal how chewing affects attention and stress regulation networks.
Polish researchers used brain imaging to reveal how chewing affects attention and stress regulation networks.
Novo Nordisk executive reports high interest for Wegovy weight loss pill
Novo Nordisk launched an oral version of its GLP-1 injectable to US markets on Jan 5.
Novo Nordisk launched an oral version of its GLP-1 injectable to US markets on Jan 5.
Map: America's healthiest states have these things in common
America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.
America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.
Texas sees surge in influenza cases
Nationwide, more than half of all states are currently experiencing very high occurrences of influenza-like illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including Texas.
Nationwide, more than half of all states are currently experiencing very high occurrences of influenza-like illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including Texas.
Minnesota, Wisconsin health departments will not follow CDC vaccine guidance
The Minnesota Department of Health is breaking with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine guidance after the federal organization made changes to the childhood immunization schedule.
The Minnesota Department of Health is breaking with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine guidance after the federal organization made changes to the childhood immunization schedule.
House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. What we know
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
Texas flu cases remain high
Globally, seasonal flu is responsible for between 300,000-600,000 thousand deaths every year. Here in Texas, flu is on the rise.
Globally, seasonal flu is responsible for between 300,000-600,000 thousand deaths every year. Here in Texas, flu is on the rise.
These cities rank as the best places for active lifestyles in 2026, data finds
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.
Map: These states have the highest levels of flu activity
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.
New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Increasing number of adults feeling lonely
New research finds that a growing number of middle-aged and older adults, especially those in their 40s and 50s, fine themselves lonely even when they're not actually alone. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike shares some insight.
New research finds that a growing number of middle-aged and older adults, especially those in their 40s and 50s, fine themselves lonely even when they're not actually alone. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike shares some insight.
Sleep and activity patterns may signal hidden brain health risks: Study
A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older adults.
A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older adults.