Texas House committee addresses growing online safety risks for children
A surge in online sexual exploitation cases has state lawmakers looking at ways to protect minors on online gaming platforms.
A surge in online sexual exploitation cases has state lawmakers looking at ways to protect minors on online gaming platforms.
Cedar Park toddler in hospital after vacation
A Cedar Park toddler suddenly stopped breathing during a family vacation, and her lungs collapsed, leading to weeks in the hospital. Now back home, her family is facing another fight to get her the care she needs while medical bills continue to pile up. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson reports.
A Cedar Park toddler suddenly stopped breathing during a family vacation, and her lungs collapsed, leading to weeks in the hospital. Now back home, her family is facing another fight to get her the care she needs while medical bills continue to pile up. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson reports.
Texas horse tests positive for New World screwworm
The first confirmed case of New World screwworm in a horse has been detected in Presidio County, Texas, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The first confirmed case of New World screwworm in a horse has been detected in Presidio County, Texas, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Cedar Park toddler's lungs collapse while on family vacation
A family vacation has turned into a fight to save a two-year-old girl’s life after she suddenly stopped breathing.
A family vacation has turned into a fight to save a two-year-old girl’s life after she suddenly stopped breathing.
Young adults: Protecting heart, kidney health
A recent study found that about 79% of adults in their 20s already show signs of 'Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic syndrome.' CKM syndrome links obesity, diabetes, kidney disease and heart disease. FOX Medical Team's Doctor Mike discusses with Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson.
A recent study found that about 79% of adults in their 20s already show signs of 'Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic syndrome.' CKM syndrome links obesity, diabetes, kidney disease and heart disease. FOX Medical Team's Doctor Mike discusses with Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson.
Asthma: Why September is a peak month
A new report reveals the 100 most challenging U.S. cities for living with asthma just as the nation heads into its September asthma peak. Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA, and Dr. Mitch Grayson, asthma specialist and chair of AAFA's Medical Scientific Council, join Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to discuss.
A new report reveals the 100 most challenging U.S. cities for living with asthma just as the nation heads into its September asthma peak. Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA, and Dr. Mitch Grayson, asthma specialist and chair of AAFA's Medical Scientific Council, join Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to discuss.
Alaskan surrogate asks U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in Texas custody battle over baby with heart defect
An Alaskan surrogate has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court for emergency intervention after a court denied her custody of a newborn with a severe heart defect.
An Alaskan surrogate has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court for emergency intervention after a court denied her custody of a newborn with a severe heart defect.
Nighttime bathroom trips could reveal hidden health issues — here's when to worry
Getting out of bed once during the night to use the bathroom is common, but repeated trips could signal underlying issues, health experts warn.
Getting out of bed once during the night to use the bathroom is common, but repeated trips could signal underlying issues, health experts warn.
Second measles case of 2026 in Travis County
Austin Public Health has confirmed a second case of measles in Travis County this year.
Austin Public Health has confirmed a second case of measles in Travis County this year.
Vaping may help more people quit smoking than patches, gum, study finds
Vaping may be more effective at helping people quit smoking than nicotine replacement therapies such as gum and patches, according to an updated Cochrane review.
Vaping may be more effective at helping people quit smoking than nicotine replacement therapies such as gum and patches, according to an updated Cochrane review.
Texas SNAP recipients affected by Edouard have until Sept. 21 to apply for replacement benefits
Texans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that lost food during Tropical Strom Edouard now have more time to apply for replacement benefits.
Texans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that lost food during Tropical Strom Edouard now have more time to apply for replacement benefits.
'Very hot' coffee and tea linked to higher cancer risk
Regularly drinking very hot tea or coffee may raise the risk of a type of esophageal cancer, according to a large study at the University of Oxford.
Regularly drinking very hot tea or coffee may raise the risk of a type of esophageal cancer, according to a large study at the University of Oxford.
Largest cyclospora outbreak ends, but origin remains unknown, officials say
The largest cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in U.S. history has ended, federal health officials said, after nearly 13,000 cases were linked to recalled iceberg lettuce.
The largest cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in U.S. history has ended, federal health officials said, after nearly 13,000 cases were linked to recalled iceberg lettuce.
The US has a high maternal mortality rate. A $100M campaign wants to change that
A new $100 million initiative has been launched to significantly cut maternal mortality rates and improve childbirth safety across the United States.
A new $100 million initiative has been launched to significantly cut maternal mortality rates and improve childbirth safety across the United States.
Alcohol tied to surprising cancer death pattern in adults under 55, researchers find
Annual U.S. cancer deaths tied to alcohol consumption more than doubled over a three-decade period, according to a recent study led by researchers at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Annual U.S. cancer deaths tied to alcohol consumption more than doubled over a three-decade period, according to a recent study led by researchers at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
CDC warns of rise in animal rabies activity and human exposures: Here’s what to know
There has been an increase in recent animal rabies activity and associated human exposures this summer, according to the CDC.
There has been an increase in recent animal rabies activity and associated human exposures this summer, according to the CDC.
Back-to-school mental health & warning signs
The first few weeks of school bring a major shift in routine for kids and teens and that can often lead to stress and anxiety. With September marking National Suicide Prevention Month, and Sept. 10 being World Suicide Prevention Day, it's an important time for parents to know what to watch for and how to check in with their kids. Dr. Alethea Varra, licensed clinical psychologist with Bend Health, shares some warning signs.
The first few weeks of school bring a major shift in routine for kids and teens and that can often lead to stress and anxiety. With September marking National Suicide Prevention Month, and Sept. 10 being World Suicide Prevention Day, it's an important time for parents to know what to watch for and how to check in with their kids. Dr. Alethea Varra, licensed clinical psychologist with Bend Health, shares some warning signs.
Girls’ suicide rate among ages 10 to 14 soars, study finds
The suicide rate among U.S. girls ages 10 to 14 more than quadrupled from 2007 to 2024, according to a new study.
The suicide rate among U.S. girls ages 10 to 14 more than quadrupled from 2007 to 2024, according to a new study.
Trump says 1 million Obamacare enrollees in 30 states to get $500 rebate checks- See what states and why
President Trump says an estimated 1 million Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, enrollees in 30 states will be getting $500 rebate checks for what the White House says were exchange fee overcharges by the Biden administration.
President Trump says an estimated 1 million Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, enrollees in 30 states will be getting $500 rebate checks for what the White House says were exchange fee overcharges by the Biden administration.
Statins & dementia risk | Health with Dr. Kumar
A new study shows that taking a common cholesterol drug may help lower the risk of dementia when started early. Dr. Pradeep Kumar joins Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to discuss.
A new study shows that taking a common cholesterol drug may help lower the risk of dementia when started early. Dr. Pradeep Kumar joins Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to discuss.