Hydeia Broadbent, prominent HIV/AIDS activist, passes away at 39
Hydeia Broadbent, a well-known HIV/AIDS activist, passed away at 39 after a lifelong battle with AIDS, leaving behind a legacy of education and hope.
Hydeia Broadbent, a well-known HIV/AIDS activist, passed away at 39 after a lifelong battle with AIDS, leaving behind a legacy of education and hope.
Pollen season marches toward peak activity across southern US
Forecast models continue to show above-normal temperatures continuing through early March and likely beyond for a large part of the Lower 48.
Forecast models continue to show above-normal temperatures continuing through early March and likely beyond for a large part of the Lower 48.
After child lead poisonings, FDA asked to require testing for heavy metals in baby food
Current FDA policy allows baby food manufacturers to choose whether or not to test their products for toxic metals and other contaminants.
Current FDA policy allows baby food manufacturers to choose whether or not to test their products for toxic metals and other contaminants.
Chlormequat, pesticide linked to infertility, found in Cheerios and Quaker Oats, study claims
The chlormequat study, conducted by the Environmental Working Group, also detected the little-known pesticide in four out of five Americans tested.
The chlormequat study, conducted by the Environmental Working Group, also detected the little-known pesticide in four out of five Americans tested.
Pilots, lawmakers want FAA to reform how it handles mental health
A local commercial pilot said he can no longer fly, as of now, because of how the FAA is addressing veterans and mental health. He said his story highlights a much broader dilemma.
A local commercial pilot said he can no longer fly, as of now, because of how the FAA is addressing veterans and mental health. He said his story highlights a much broader dilemma.
Largest-ever COVID vaccine study links shot to small increase in heart, brain conditions
"The odds of all of these adverse events are still much, much higher when infected with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), so getting vaccinated is still by far the safer choice," one doctor noted.
"The odds of all of these adverse events are still much, much higher when infected with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), so getting vaccinated is still by far the safer choice," one doctor noted.
FDA recommends moving marijuana to lower-risk drug class: Key takeaways
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
Jimmy Carter marks one year in hospice care | How he did it
A year ago today, former President Jimmy Carter entered home hospice care in Plains, Georgia at 98 years old. Now at 99, he remains the longest-lived American president.
A year ago today, former President Jimmy Carter entered home hospice care in Plains, Georgia at 98 years old. Now at 99, he remains the longest-lived American president.
E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese: Here’s what you need to know
The CDC issued a safety alert following several illnesses of E. coli, including four hospitalizations from the Raw Farm product.
The CDC issued a safety alert following several illnesses of E. coli, including four hospitalizations from the Raw Farm product.
These simple activities are as effective as therapy for depression, study finds
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
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?