CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Texas DPS moving forward with expanding cannabis compassionate use program
The Texas Department of Public Safety is moving forward with an expansion of the state’s compassionate use program.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is moving forward with an expansion of the state’s compassionate use program.
CDC panel recommends changes to hepatitis B vaccine schedule: What to know
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
Controversial drug ivermectin now available without prescription in Texas
Easier access to the drug, most commonly used as an antiparasitic, has Texas medical professionals worried about the dangers of unchecked use and harmful side effects.
Easier access to the drug, most commonly used as an antiparasitic, has Texas medical professionals worried about the dangers of unchecked use and harmful side effects.
DEA launches new anti-fentanyl initiative
Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.
Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.
FDA: Seven deaths and 736 serious injuries due to issue with some FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
GLP-1: WHO releases first ever global guideline
With GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy reshaping obesity treatment, the World Health Organization has released its first ever global guideline. Founder of Nimbus Healthcare Dr. Jobby John has more on what this means for patients and providers.
With GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy reshaping obesity treatment, the World Health Organization has released its first ever global guideline. Founder of Nimbus Healthcare Dr. Jobby John has more on what this means for patients and providers.
New study offers way to slow down dementia
Dementia affects more than 55 million people worldwide with an estimated 10 million new cases each year. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on what a new study could mean for patients and families dealing with the disease.
Dementia affects more than 55 million people worldwide with an estimated 10 million new cases each year. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on what a new study could mean for patients and families dealing with the disease.
New emergency room opens to address growing health needs in Manor
Manor is a city on the grow, now with a new emergency care clinic. Tuesday's ribbon-cutting represents one of several ongoing efforts to address the explosive growth around Manor.
Manor is a city on the grow, now with a new emergency care clinic. Tuesday's ribbon-cutting represents one of several ongoing efforts to address the explosive growth around Manor.
Minnesota study backs birth vaccine for hepatitis B
Universal Hepatitis B vaccines at birth are safe, effective and essential, and eliminating them does not improve health outcomes or safety, according to a review by the University of Minnesota.
Universal Hepatitis B vaccines at birth are safe, effective and essential, and eliminating them does not improve health outcomes or safety, according to a review by the University of Minnesota.
9 Texas marijuana dispensaries considered for licenses in medical program expansion
Nine new businesses were conditionally selected by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to dispense low-THC cannabis under the state's Compassionate Use Program (TCUP).
Nine new businesses were conditionally selected by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to dispense low-THC cannabis under the state's Compassionate Use Program (TCUP).
'Full House' actor Dave Coulier shares new cancer diagnosis after beating lymphoma
“Full House" actor and Michigan native Dave Coulier revealed Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with another form of cancer months after beating stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
“Full House" actor and Michigan native Dave Coulier revealed Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with another form of cancer months after beating stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Austin police focuses on officer wellness after 4 officer-involved shootings in 15 months
The Austin Police Department is increasing its focus on officer wellness programs while investigating an officer involved in four separate shootings over a 15-month period.
The Austin Police Department is increasing its focus on officer wellness programs while investigating an officer involved in four separate shootings over a 15-month period.
Trump's doctor says president had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen
The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."
The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."
New mutated flu strain ‘subclade K’ raises concerns as cases spread
A new flu variant called subclade K is gaining attention as doctors warn it could lead to a tougher flu season this winter. The strain, which stems from the influenza A (H3N2) virus, has already been identified in several countries and may be spreading more easily than earlier versions of H3N2.
A new flu variant called subclade K is gaining attention as doctors warn it could lead to a tougher flu season this winter. The strain, which stems from the influenza A (H3N2) virus, has already been identified in several countries and may be spreading more easily than earlier versions of H3N2.
Texans' health care experience near worst in US, poll finds
The news comes as Texans brace for a potentially explosive rise in coverage costs in the new year, with Biden-era tax credits set to expire.
The news comes as Texans brace for a potentially explosive rise in coverage costs in the new year, with Biden-era tax credits set to expire.