Texas measles outbreak 2025: Dozens of cases reported in last 3 weeks

In the last three weeks, 48 cases of measles have been identified, sending 13 patients to the hospital, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Austin doctor raises awareness about heart disease

In this edition of Health Beat, we are focusing on American Heart Month and efforts to raise awareness.

Raising awareness on heart disease
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In this edition of Health Beat, we are focusing on American Heart Month and efforts to raise awareness.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

RFK Jr. confirmed as health secretary after contentious Senate hearings

The 52-48 vote for President Donald Trump's controversial nominee fell largely along party lines, with former majority leader Mitch McConnell the only Republican to vote against RFK Jr.'s confirmation.

Measles cases rising in US, health officials say: Here's why

Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S. for the second year in a row, with cases reported in five states.

Bird flu in New Braunfels
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Bird flu has been detected in New Braunfels, according to Texas Parks & Wildlife. This marks the second detection of bird flu in Central Texas this year.

More Americans are turning to GLP-1 injections to lose weight

More and more Americans are turning to GLP-1 injections to lose weight. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to an Austin physician to discuss.

GLP-1 injections to lose weight
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More and more Americans are turning to GLP-1 injections to lose weight. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to an Austin physician to discuss.

Bird flu detected in black vultures found in New Braunfels: TPWD

Bird flu has been detected in New Braunfels, according to Texas Parks & Wildlife. This marks the second detection of bird flu in Central Texas this year.

Austin dietician speaks on nutrition for weight loss

Mackenzie Foster, lead clinical dietician at St Davids Medical Center, discussed some dos and don'ts when it comes to a new diet

Nutrition for weight loss
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Mackenzie Foster, lead clinical dietician at St Davids Medical Center, discussed some dos and don'ts when it comes to a new diet

Texas measles outbreak: Cases double since Friday

The Texas Department of State Health Services is reporting an outbreak of measles in Gaines County. As of Feb. 11, 2025, 24 cases have been identified with symptom-onset within the last two weeks.

How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card

New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.

Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order

A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.

Ozzy Osbourne says he can’t walk well but feels lucky to be alive

On the Jan. 29 episode of his Sirius XM show, "Ozzy Speaks," with co-host Billy Morrison, Osbourne, 76, admitted he was having problems walking but remained positive.

Florida stuntman, Texas author convicted of COVID fraud scheme

A Florida Hollywood stuntman and a Texas author and baker have been convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Map: These states have the most, least smokers

36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.