New World screwworm in Texas: Austin vet offers advice on keeping pets safe
Livestock and pet owners in Texas are on high alert after a case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a dog. An Austin vet is offering some advice on how to protect your pets.
Livestock and pet owners in Texas are on high alert after a case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a dog. An Austin vet is offering some advice on how to protect your pets.
New World screwworm gets political in Texas governor's race
The New World screwworm has gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings.
The New World screwworm has gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings.
Scientists trigger sleep’s restorative effect in mice forced to stay awake
“Dolphins do something similar, sleeping with only one brain hemisphere at a time,” one researcher noted.
“Dolphins do something similar, sleeping with only one brain hemisphere at a time,” one researcher noted.
Fifth case of New World screwworm confirmed
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.
New World screwworm becomes political issue
The screwworm has also gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings. She wants to know if federal cutbacks may have hampered the response. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski reports.
The screwworm has also gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings. She wants to know if federal cutbacks may have hampered the response. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski reports.
New World screwworm detected in Central Texas; officials confirm case in Gillespie County
The New World screwworm has been detected in Central Texas.
The New World screwworm has been detected in Central Texas.
Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds
People who incorporate strength training into their weekly routines may be more likely to live longer, according to a new study.
People who incorporate strength training into their weekly routines may be more likely to live longer, according to a new study.
Texas cruise passengers complete hantavirus monitoring with no infections, state says
Two Texas residents have safely completed a 42-day home isolation period without developing symptoms after potentially being exposed to a rare, human-transmissible strain of hantavirus aboard an Antarctic cruise ship.
Two Texas residents have safely completed a 42-day home isolation period without developing symptoms after potentially being exposed to a rare, human-transmissible strain of hantavirus aboard an Antarctic cruise ship.
TrumpRx list expanded again and tops 800 drugs, president says
President Trump said more than 800 drugs are now listed on his TrumpRx site.
President Trump said more than 800 drugs are now listed on his TrumpRx site.
House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.
Target baby wipes recalled for serious bacteria risk
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.
FDA testing found a potentially dangerous bacteria in samples of various Up & Up baby wipes after Target and the manufacturer received complaints.
Texas investigates Celsius, Alani Nu after lawsuit blames drink for teen's death
Texas has launched an investigation into the beverage company Celsius Holdings, Inc., over concerns that the company is using youth-oriented branding to market highly caffeinated energy drinks to children and teenagers.
Texas has launched an investigation into the beverage company Celsius Holdings, Inc., over concerns that the company is using youth-oriented branding to market highly caffeinated energy drinks to children and teenagers.
Texas cattle industry on edge after screwworm case
A case of New World screwworm has been reported in Mexico just south of the U.S. border, putting the state of Texas' cattle industry on edge. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
A case of New World screwworm has been reported in Mexico just south of the U.S. border, putting the state of Texas' cattle industry on edge. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.
CDC study links cosmetic procedures to infections, deaths among traveling patients
The CDC warned that cosmetic procedures performed while traveling can lead to serious infections, complications, and even death.
The CDC warned that cosmetic procedures performed while traveling can lead to serious infections, complications, and even death.
Federal officials unveil new plan in the fight against Lyme disease and tick-borne illness
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a major initiative to combat Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses across the country.
Melinda French Gates pledges $215M to advance women’s health worldwide
Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women’s health globally, pledging another $215 million.
Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women’s health globally, pledging another $215 million.
Highly pathogenic virus found in herd of Texas dairy cows
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.