Study warns AI chatbots may mishandle suicide-related questions

A new study in Psychiatric Services found that AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude avoid the riskiest suicide queries but give inconsistent answers to lower-level questions. The research came the same day a California family sued OpenAI after their son’s death.

Back-to-school germs worsening asthma symptoms
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Medical experts at UT say parents should be checking in on their children's health, as they start a new school year. This is especially true for students who may be more vulnerable to back-to-school germs - like kids with asthma. FOX's Ted Lindner has more in this HealthBeat.

FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know

Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.

Abbott, RFK sign Texas MAHA legislation, address rural healthcare initiatives

Governor Greg Abbott is ceremonially signing Texas' Make America Healthy Again legislation alongside U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at the Texas Capitol in Austin.

Gene-edited pig lung transplanted into patient
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For the first time, doctors in China have transplanted a gene-edited pig lung into a brain-dead patient. It's a big step but experts say more work is needed. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology explains what it all means.

Shapewear for your face: Can you get results?
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We're all aware of shapewear for your body but what about for your face? It's a little funny looking but does it work? FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti has the real story and explains if you get serious results.

Bruce Willis' 'brain is failing him,' wife says

Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, has shared an update on his battle with frontotemporal dementia.

What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment

The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.

Screwworm: 1st human case in United States
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Health officials confirm the first human case of New World screwworm in the United States. FOX's Ted Lindner has the details.

Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk

A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.

Texas special session: Filibuster threat, tense committee hearings cap off big week

The Texas special session continues with the Senate taking up congressional redistricting and the House discussed ivermectin, abortion pills and bathroom access.

Hundreds of HHS staff sign letter urging RFK Jr. to stop spreading misinformation

More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.

Back-to-school: Heat safety for kids
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With kids back in school it also means fall sports are kicking off right in the middle of the August heat. Dr. Gabriella Gonzales, pediatrician and sports medicine specialist with Texas Children's Pediatrics, has more on how parents can make sure their kids stay safe.

Updated vaccine recommendations for children
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has released updated vaccine recommendations for infants and young children, including COVID-19. The new guidelines mark a break from the CDC. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology talks about the insight.

East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections

Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.

Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47

Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.