Measles in Texas
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The Texas Department of State Health Services has confirmed the first cases of measles in the state since 2023.

Combination of medication, diet could reverse type 2 diabetes, study finds

A recent study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be reversed through a combination of calorie reduction, physical activity, and the diabetes drug dapagliflozin, offering new hope for patients.

H5N9 bird flu outbreak: New virus strain detected on California farm

The H5N9 strain of avian influenza is much more rare than the H5N1 which has been responsible for most of the reported human cases and the first human death.

CIA says lab leak favored as likely COVID origin

The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a lab. Here’s what to know about the declassified document released Saturday

Alabama woman becomes longest living recipient of pig organ transplant

Towana Looney, an Alabama woman who received a gene-edited pig kidney transplant, has surpassed two months post-surgery, making her the longest living recipient of such a transplant.

Stressed teens earn less money as adults, study finds

Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.

Respiratory viruses: How to keep yourself protected
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The CDC says respiratory virus levels remain high across the U.S. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology discusses ways to keep yourself and your family from getting sick.

FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression

Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.

Feds target Ozempic, Wegovy for lower Medicare prices

The drugs are part of Medicare's list of medications that are going to be negotiated for lower prices.

Surgeon says insurance provider contacted her during patient's surgery

“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.

FDA proposes putting nutrition labels on the front of food packages

The FDA proposes front-of-package nutrition labels to help consumers quickly identify levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars in packaged foods.

Program to help people diagnosed with Alzheimer's
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Being diagnosed with Alzheimer's is life changing and it's always better to detect it sooner rather than later. Robert Slack, ADRD coordinator and dementia resource specialist with the Area Agency on Aging, speaks on a new program to support people facing Alzheimer's and related dementias.

What is a cardiac ablation?

Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh is having a cardiac ablation during the offseason. Here's what that means.

FDA bans Red 3 food dye: What products contain the dye?

The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.