New therapy hopes to treat Alzheimer's disease
In this FOX 7 Healthbeat, Dr. Donald J. Garcia with Austin Clinical Trial Partners speaks with FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas about an investigational therapy for Alzheimer's patients.
In this FOX 7 Healthbeat, Dr. Donald J. Garcia with Austin Clinical Trial Partners speaks with FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas about an investigational therapy for Alzheimer's patients.
Afib could increase risk of developing dementia: study
Afib, short for atrial fibrillation, is an arrhythmia in the upper chambers of the heart that can cause blood to coagulate there.
Afib, short for atrial fibrillation, is an arrhythmia in the upper chambers of the heart that can cause blood to coagulate there.
Austin woman in remission after Stage 3A colon cancer diagnosis
According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths for men and women combined. But it’s also highly treatable.
According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths for men and women combined. But it’s also highly treatable.
Hospice care: More on what it is and who chooses it
Doctors say most patients who choose this route have a serious or terminal illness with a projected six months or less to live.
Doctors say most patients who choose this route have a serious or terminal illness with a projected six months or less to live.
Dell Seton takes part in global study into thrombectomies
Dell Seton Medical Center participated in the global study on thrombectomies, a surgery providing hope for patients with more severe strokes and brain attacks.
Dell Seton Medical Center participated in the global study on thrombectomies, a surgery providing hope for patients with more severe strokes and brain attacks.
74-year-old Wimberley man donates kidney to stranger to 'end someone's suffering'
That act of great love for the 74-year-old grandfather was donating a kidney to someone he has never met, in an effort to save a life.
That act of great love for the 74-year-old grandfather was donating a kidney to someone he has never met, in an effort to save a life.
Austin-Travis County EMS explains importance of CPR training
Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) gave a demonstration of CPR, and talked about this important skill we should all have.
Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) gave a demonstration of CPR, and talked about this important skill we should all have.
Local nurse stresses importance of self exams after being diagnosed with breast cancer
Perry has been cancer-free for seven years now, and is seen by her doctors every six months to make sure she stays healthy.
Perry has been cancer-free for seven years now, and is seen by her doctors every six months to make sure she stays healthy.
Austin neurologist speaks on how actor Michael J. Fox has helped Parkinson's community
Dr. Krause said with Fox being diagnosed so young, it makes his case so unusual. At 61-years-old, he has now been living with the neuro-degenerative disorder for more than 30 years.
Dr. Krause said with Fox being diagnosed so young, it makes his case so unusual. At 61-years-old, he has now been living with the neuro-degenerative disorder for more than 30 years.
Labor Day weekend blood drive organized by Austin nurse
On Wednesday, a drive benefiting We Are Blood is being held at the Heart Hospital of Austin ahead of Labor Day weekend.
On Wednesday, a drive benefiting We Are Blood is being held at the Heart Hospital of Austin ahead of Labor Day weekend.
Texas woman donates kidney to mom ahead of Mother's Day
A mother-daughter duo in Austin has a special reason to celebrate Mother's Day this year. Dehna Richards recently gave her mom the ultimate gift, a chance at a healthy life, by donating one of her kidneys.
A mother-daughter duo in Austin has a special reason to celebrate Mother's Day this year. Dehna Richards recently gave her mom the ultimate gift, a chance at a healthy life, by donating one of her kidneys.
What is alopecia areata?: Austin dermatologist speaks on Jada Pinkett-Smith's autoimmune disorder
A local dermatologist spoke with FOX 7 about the autoimmune disorder Jada Pinkett-Smith has after Chris Rock was slapped for making a joke about her shaved head.
A local dermatologist spoke with FOX 7 about the autoimmune disorder Jada Pinkett-Smith has after Chris Rock was slapped for making a joke about her shaved head.
Austin man beats colon cancer, advocates for young adults to get screened
An Austin man was diagnosed with colon cancer in his 30s. After beating the cancer, he and his doctor are now advocating for others to get screened and stay aware.
An Austin man was diagnosed with colon cancer in his 30s. After beating the cancer, he and his doctor are now advocating for others to get screened and stay aware.
Austin woman donates kidney to husband's coworker, both now healthy
An Austin woman donated her kidney to her husband's coworker in 2020. More than a year later, both of them are healthy.
An Austin woman donated her kidney to her husband's coworker in 2020. More than a year later, both of them are healthy.
Texas neurosurgeon speaks on dangers of head injuries after Bob Saget's passing
Neurosurgeon Dr. Carl Lauryssen discusses the severity of head injuries following Bob Saget's cause of death reveal.
Neurosurgeon Dr. Carl Lauryssen discusses the severity of head injuries following Bob Saget's cause of death reveal.
Georgetown man survives heart attack, wants others to be aware of symptoms and prevention
After surviving a mild heart attack, a Georgetown man and his doctor want others to know the warning signs and ways to prevent heart disease.
After surviving a mild heart attack, a Georgetown man and his doctor want others to know the warning signs and ways to prevent heart disease.
Breast cancer survivor urges women to get their routine mammograms
Breast cancer survivor Amber York of Leander is urging women not to skip their annual mammogram screening.
Breast cancer survivor Amber York of Leander is urging women not to skip their annual mammogram screening.
Researchers embark on study into intractable epilepsy using gaming tech
Researchers at Dell Medical School at UT Austin are embarking on a three-year study to protect the brains of young epilepsy patients needing surgery.
Researchers at Dell Medical School at UT Austin are embarking on a three-year study to protect the brains of young epilepsy patients needing surgery.