Measles in Central Texas: 6 cases detected in Williamson County
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported six measles cases in Williamson County on Friday.
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported six measles cases in Williamson County on Friday.
RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report cited studies that don't exist
The 72-page report released last week cites hundreds of studies, some that were never published.
The 72-page report released last week cites hundreds of studies, some that were never published.
West Texas measles outbreak: 9 new cases; 8 detected in McLennan County
Texas health officials are reporting nine new cases of measles tied to an outbreak in West Texas.
Texas health officials are reporting nine new cases of measles tied to an outbreak in West Texas.
These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
People in these states spend the most on health care
Not surprisingly, people in the nation’s poorest states spend the largest share of their earnings on health care costs, a new WalletHub analysis found.
Not surprisingly, people in the nation’s poorest states spend the largest share of their earnings on health care costs, a new WalletHub analysis found.
Trump pardons Army officer who refused to follow COVID safety orders: Reports
Former Lt. Mark C. Bashaw was convicted in 2022 for violating COVID-19 safety protocols.
Former Lt. Mark C. Bashaw was convicted in 2022 for violating COVID-19 safety protocols.
Skittles quietly removes controversial food additive amid MAHA report
The report listed additives of potential concern, including titanium dioxide.
The report listed additives of potential concern, including titanium dioxide.
Hand condition can impact daily activities
A gradual thickening and tightening of the tissue under the skin in the hand can impact daily activities such as putting hands in pockets or shaking hands. Dr. Pradeep Kumar discusses the condition further.
A gradual thickening and tightening of the tissue under the skin in the hand can impact daily activities such as putting hands in pockets or shaking hands. Dr. Pradeep Kumar discusses the condition further.
Measles in Central Texas: Second case confirmed in Leander
Williamson County health officials have confirmed a second case of measles in Leander, this time in an unvaccinated adult.
Williamson County health officials have confirmed a second case of measles in Leander, this time in an unvaccinated adult.
RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.
New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Summer screen time's effects on mental health
Kids are getting out of school and with all that free time a lot of it may be spent in front of a screen. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti has more on how too much screen time can affect a kid's mental health.
Kids are getting out of school and with all that free time a lot of it may be spent in front of a screen. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti has more on how too much screen time can affect a kid's mental health.
Texas measles outbreak: State sees increase in cases not connected to outbreak
There are nine new cases reported in the state since Friday that are not connected to the West Texas outbreak.
There are nine new cases reported in the state since Friday that are not connected to the West Texas outbreak.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Is your therapist AI? ChatGPT goes viral on social media for its role as Gen Z's new therapist
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
Children’s cereals are getting less healthy, study finds
A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.
A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.
Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
Liberty Hill ISD child tests positive for measles
The school-aged child, who attends Bar W Elementary, tested positive for measles
The school-aged child, who attends Bar W Elementary, tested positive for measles
Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.