Man’s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
King Charles says his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year
King Charles III gave a rare update on his cancer diagnosis and recovery during a TV broadcast on Friday. Here’s what we know.
King Charles III gave a rare update on his cancer diagnosis and recovery during a TV broadcast on Friday. Here’s what we know.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
We Are Blood event in Bastrop
We Are Blood, the sole blood provider for more than 50 hospitals and medical facilities in Central Texas, is partnering with FOX 7 Austin and the City of Bastrop for a holiday blood drive next week.
We Are Blood, the sole blood provider for more than 50 hospitals and medical facilities in Central Texas, is partnering with FOX 7 Austin and the City of Bastrop for a holiday blood drive next week.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Change to Hepatitis B vaccine guidance for infants?
The CDC's vaccine advisers have voted on a major shift from the the current policy on Hepatitis B vaccine guidance for infants. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on what this means and what's next.
The CDC's vaccine advisers have voted on a major shift from the the current policy on Hepatitis B vaccine guidance for infants. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on what this means and what's next.
New study finds 4 pivotal ages for your brain
FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about a new study that shows the brain going through distinct phases in life with key turning points.
FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about a new study that shows the brain going through distinct phases in life with key turning points.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Texas DPS moving forward with expanding cannabis compassionate use program
The Texas Department of Public Safety is moving forward with an expansion of the state’s compassionate use program.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is moving forward with an expansion of the state’s compassionate use program.
CDC panel recommends changes to hepatitis B vaccine schedule: What to know
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
Controversial drug ivermectin now available without prescription in Texas
Easier access to the drug, most commonly used as an antiparasitic, has Texas medical professionals worried about the dangers of unchecked use and harmful side effects.
Easier access to the drug, most commonly used as an antiparasitic, has Texas medical professionals worried about the dangers of unchecked use and harmful side effects.
DEA launches new anti-fentanyl initiative
Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.
Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.
FDA: Seven deaths and 736 serious injuries due to issue with some FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
GLP-1: WHO releases first ever global guideline
With GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy reshaping obesity treatment, the World Health Organization has released its first ever global guideline. Founder of Nimbus Healthcare Dr. Jobby John has more on what this means for patients and providers.
With GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy reshaping obesity treatment, the World Health Organization has released its first ever global guideline. Founder of Nimbus Healthcare Dr. Jobby John has more on what this means for patients and providers.