Bubonic plague: What to know after Oregon cat gives owner rodent-borne disease
In Oregon, a cat recently gave its owner bubonic plague. What is bubonic plague, what’s the cure, and other things to know.
In Oregon, a cat recently gave its owner bubonic plague. What is bubonic plague, what’s the cure, and other things to know.
Man credits new Round Rock clinic for saving his life
Gary Brackett credits a new heart valve clinic in Round Rock for saving his life.
Gary Brackett credits a new heart valve clinic in Round Rock for saving his life.
Study finds how quick you should administer CPR during cardiac arrest
Survival declines rapidly with longer duration of CPR, new study finds
Survival declines rapidly with longer duration of CPR, new study finds
Pregnant women should avoid fast-food because of the microplastics found in wrappers: Study
New researchers say eating ultra-processed food puts pregnant women and their children at a greater health risk.
New researchers say eating ultra-processed food puts pregnant women and their children at a greater health risk.
Baby born without eyes, diagnosed with rare genetic disorder
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Immune therapy gives young Central Texas boy new lease on life
A young Central Texas boy who struggled with severe epilepsy for nearly a year, now has a new lease on life thanks to immune therapy.
A young Central Texas boy who struggled with severe epilepsy for nearly a year, now has a new lease on life thanks to immune therapy.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin released from Walter Reed Medical Center
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was released from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday, ending his second stay since surgery to treat prostate cancer, and he has resumed his full duties, the Pentagon said.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was released from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday, ending his second stay since surgery to treat prostate cancer, and he has resumed his full duties, the Pentagon said.
What is Alaskapox? 1st known deadly case reported
Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammals, has claimed its first human life. Learn more about the disease and how it spreads.
Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammals, has claimed its first human life. Learn more about the disease and how it spreads.
Person contracts Black Plague from cat in Oregon, how likely is that in Texas?
A person in Oregon was recently diagnosed with the Black Plague. Health officials say that's the first case in the state since 2015, and the patient was likely infected by their symptomatic pet cat. But, how likely is it to come to Texas?
A person in Oregon was recently diagnosed with the Black Plague. Health officials say that's the first case in the state since 2015, and the patient was likely infected by their symptomatic pet cat. But, how likely is it to come to Texas?
Case of human plague confirmed in Oregon
Health officials have confirmed a case of human plague in an Oregon resident who was likely infected by their cat.
Health officials have confirmed a case of human plague in an Oregon resident who was likely infected by their cat.
Scientists turn tomatoes purple to make them more nutritious
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Married people are more happy than those who aren't, study says
Adults who are married are happier than those who aren't, according to a new Gallup Poll.
Adults who are married are happier than those who aren't, according to a new Gallup Poll.
The flu, COVID-19, RSV: Why everyone is getting sick
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
Georgetown boy in NYC ICU after birthday trip turned into medical emergency
A Georgetown boy ended up in the ICU during his birthday trip to NYC. His family is now thanking the community for the support.
A Georgetown boy ended up in the ICU during his birthday trip to NYC. His family is now thanking the community for the support.
Are psychedelics the future of treating veteran mental health?
Can psychedelics help treat veteran mental health issues? FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren speaks with Mitch Fuller with the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars to learn more.
Can psychedelics help treat veteran mental health issues? FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren speaks with Mitch Fuller with the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars to learn more.
Toby Keith death: Austin surgical oncologist speaks on stomach cancer
Earlier this week, country music star Toby Keith died after a battle with stomach cancer. An Austin surgical oncologist talked about the risks and symptoms in a Health Beat with Rebecca Thomas.
Earlier this week, country music star Toby Keith died after a battle with stomach cancer. An Austin surgical oncologist talked about the risks and symptoms in a Health Beat with Rebecca Thomas.
Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Medicare negotiating with drugmakers on prices for expensive medications
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
Flu cases surge across US, CDC reports
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its latest weekly report, indicating a 16.2% increase in flu cases across the United States.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its latest weekly report, indicating a 16.2% increase in flu cases across the United States.