Alabama Supreme Court rules frozen embryos can be considered children
Frozen embryos created during fertility treatments can be considered children under Alabama state law, the state’s Supreme Court ruled. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to a local doctor to discuss.
Frozen embryos created during fertility treatments can be considered children under Alabama state law, the state’s Supreme Court ruled. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to a local doctor to discuss.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Georgetown police launch mental health crisis team
Georgetown police have created a new team to address the volume of mental health calls to 911 that they receive.
Georgetown police have created a new team to address the volume of mental health calls to 911 that they receive.
If you were vaccinated for measles in the 1970s and 80s you may not be protected: Doctors
Doctors say the measles shot some people got who were born in the 70s and the 80s actually wore off after about 20 years, putting them at risk.
Doctors say the measles shot some people got who were born in the 70s and the 80s actually wore off after about 20 years, putting them at risk.
Heart disease is leading cause of death in men, women in Texas
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in Texas. Dr. Vivek Goswami, a cardiologist with Heart Hospital of Austin and Austin Heart, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in Texas. Dr. Vivek Goswami, a cardiologist with Heart Hospital of Austin and Austin Heart, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Biden has annual physical at Walter Reed, president ‘remains fit’ for duty, doctor says
President Joe Biden has been deemed “fit to successfully execute" his duties as president following a annual physical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Wednesday.
President Joe Biden has been deemed “fit to successfully execute" his duties as president following a annual physical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Wednesday.
Austin woman credits program for saving her life after addiction to pain pills
An Austin woman who said she was addicted to pain pills said an Austin-Travis County EMS program saved her life. She is one of 500 people who have enrolled in the program.
An Austin woman who said she was addicted to pain pills said an Austin-Travis County EMS program saved her life. She is one of 500 people who have enrolled in the program.
Eye products sold at Walmart, CVS could pose infection risk
Eye ointment products sold at CVS and Walmart stores nationwide are being recalled due to a potential risk of infection, federal health officials said.
Eye ointment products sold at CVS and Walmart stores nationwide are being recalled due to a potential risk of infection, federal health officials said.
Gary Sinise's son 'Mac' dies following cancer battle
Gary Sinise' son, McCanna Anthony 'Mac' Sinise, was diagnosed with a form of cancer called Chordoma in 2018.
Gary Sinise' son, McCanna Anthony 'Mac' Sinise, was diagnosed with a form of cancer called Chordoma in 2018.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Measles outbreak: What we know about highly-contagious virus
The CDC is keeping track of an outbreak of the highly-contagious measles virus. Dozens of cases have been reported across the country.
The CDC is keeping track of an outbreak of the highly-contagious measles virus. Dozens of cases have been reported across the country.
Is the stomach bug going around? CDC reports norovirus spike in Northeast
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Doctor dies after eating dinner at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, lawsuit alleges
A medical doctor died shortly after she was served a meal at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, according to a lawsuit filed last week in Orange County.
A medical doctor died shortly after she was served a meal at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, according to a lawsuit filed last week in Orange County.
Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
Kentucky miracle baby defies odds, celebrates 1st birthday amid rare disease battle
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Nursing schools fast track training to combat shortage: 12-month program a 'win-win'
A shortage of over 78,000 registered nurses is projected for next year. Here's where they're needed most.
A shortage of over 78,000 registered nurses is projected for next year. Here's where they're needed most.
'Oh my God, that's beautiful': Senior citizens try virtual reality in study showing their acceptance
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
Amy Schumer diagnosed with Cushing syndrome after critics commented on her appearance
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Wendy Williams releases 1st statement since aphasia, dementia diagnosis
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.