Central Texas resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, DSHS confirms
Health officials urge Texans to take precautions, like wearing long sleeves, using repellent, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites.
Health officials urge Texans to take precautions, like wearing long sleeves, using repellent, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites.
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled for possible listeria contamination
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Intermittent fasting strategies: Promising results
Two intermittent fasting strategies are showing promising results not just for weight loss but for better blood sugar control. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology breaks it all down.
Two intermittent fasting strategies are showing promising results not just for weight loss but for better blood sugar control. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology breaks it all down.
Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
New study finds nicer people live longer
Researchers in the Netherlands say those with a trusting nature report higher levels of well-being. They found that people who trust more usually feel happier and are more satisfied with life. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about the findings.
Researchers in the Netherlands say those with a trusting nature report higher levels of well-being. They found that people who trust more usually feel happier and are more satisfied with life. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about the findings.
Texas measles outbreak: 3 new cases in connection to West Texas outbreak
The Texas Department of State Health Services says three new measles cases have been detected in the last week in connection to an outbreak in West Texas.
The Texas Department of State Health Services says three new measles cases have been detected in the last week in connection to an outbreak in West Texas.
48 Texans charged in nationwide $14.6 billion healthcare fraud takedown
48 Texans are among 324 individuals nationwide indicted in a massive health care fraud crackdown. These schemes involve over $14.6 billion in alleged losses to federal health care programs.
48 Texans are among 324 individuals nationwide indicted in a massive health care fraud crackdown. These schemes involve over $14.6 billion in alleged losses to federal health care programs.
16th annual Flatwater's Dam That Cancer event
The 16th annual Flatwater's Dam That Cancer event is happening on Lake Austin with more than 200 paddlers. Attendees will complete a 21-mile paddle to raise money and awareness for mental health therapy for those affected by a cancer diagnosis. Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has more.
The 16th annual Flatwater's Dam That Cancer event is happening on Lake Austin with more than 200 paddlers. Attendees will complete a 21-mile paddle to raise money and awareness for mental health therapy for those affected by a cancer diagnosis. Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has more.
Replenish your electrolytes during summer heat
With temperatures warming up, hydration is key. Drinking plain water is usually okay, but when you sweat, you lose electrolytes too. And if you're sweating a lot, you might need to replace those valuable minerals like sodium and potassium. Good Day Austin's Katie Orth spoke with a trainer on fun and refreshing ways to spice up your electrolyte drinks.
With temperatures warming up, hydration is key. Drinking plain water is usually okay, but when you sweat, you lose electrolytes too. And if you're sweating a lot, you might need to replace those valuable minerals like sodium and potassium. Good Day Austin's Katie Orth spoke with a trainer on fun and refreshing ways to spice up your electrolyte drinks.
WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
Parent company of Duncan Hines, Slim Jim to eliminate artificial colors
Conagra Brands, which owns Duncan Hines and Healthy Choice, says it will phase out artificial dyes across all products by 2027, starting with frozen foods this year.
Conagra Brands, which owns Duncan Hines and Healthy Choice, says it will phase out artificial dyes across all products by 2027, starting with frozen foods this year.
Gov. Abbott slashes summer lunch program for low-income children from state budget
Gov. Greg Abbott has cut a $60 million provision in the state budget that would allow Texas to enter a federal summer lunch program for low-income children.
Gov. Greg Abbott has cut a $60 million provision in the state budget that would allow Texas to enter a federal summer lunch program for low-income children.
June is CPR & AED Awareness Month
It's CPR & AED Awareness Month and an Austin man's story will make you want to learn the technique so you might save a life. Good Day Austin's Katie Orth brings you Terry Lipp's story.
It's CPR & AED Awareness Month and an Austin man's story will make you want to learn the technique so you might save a life. Good Day Austin's Katie Orth brings you Terry Lipp's story.
New HIV treatment | Your Health with Dr Kumar
A new treatment is showing major success in stopping the spread of HIV. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.
A new treatment is showing major success in stopping the spread of HIV. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.
Texas measles outbreak: No new cases in connection to West Texas outbreak
Only two Texas counties remain designated as "outbreak counties" by DSHS.
Only two Texas counties remain designated as "outbreak counties" by DSHS.
Eating more fruits and vegetables could improve your sleep, study shows
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
Is Trump reversing a Biden-era asbestos ban? Here’s what we know
The EPA under President Trump says it will review a Biden-era ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last form still legally used in the U.S.—but the policy remains in place for now.
The EPA under President Trump says it will review a Biden-era ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last form still legally used in the U.S.—but the policy remains in place for now.