Texas measles outbreak 2025: State reports 59 new cases, total cases rise to 481
State health officials reported 59 new measles cases Friday.
Study finds unmarried older adults may have lower risk of dementia
A new study suggests older adults who are single may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are married. Experts say stress and social networks may play a role.
SB 3 could impact veterans using legal hemp products: FOX 7 Care Force
Mitch Fuller, the legislative chairman of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss Texas Senate Bill 3, which would impact a lot of veterans who use currently legal hemp products.
Perimenopause: Why has it been misunderstood?
The term perimenopause describes the transition leading up to menopause but many have questions about it. Austin Gastroenterology's Dr. Pradeep Kumar sorts out the details.
Shingles vaccine may cut risk of dementia, study says
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Ex-Biden aide says former president was 'fatigued, befuddled, and disengaged' prior to June debate
Author Chris Whipple wrote that Ron Klain recounted President Biden being "exhausted" and "out of it" during prep.
Person dies of rabies after contracting virus from transplanted organ in Ohio
A Michigan resident died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor exposed to the virus in Idaho, marking an extremely rare case of transmission through organ donation.
HHS layoffs spark concerns for Meals on Wheels, LIHEAP: What to know
Meals on Wheels, which delivers 216 million meals a year to older and disabled people, is largely funded by a federal agency that reportedly lost at least 40% of its staff.
Measles update: These 5 states now have active outbreaks
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Trump FDA layoffs included staff working on bird flu response: Report
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
Mass layoffs begin at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Cases reported in 2 new counties, total rises to 422
State health officials reported 22 new cases Tuesday.
Bastrop mother and daughter battling cancer
A Bastrop mother and her 9-year-old daughter are battling cancer at the same time.
Bastrop mother, 9-year-old daughter battle cancer at same time
A Bastrop mother and her 9-year-old daughter are battling cancer at the same time.
Young people being diagnosed with colon cancer at higher rates; doctor speaks on prevention, screening
An Austin gastroenterologist spoke about a steady rise in colon cancer cases in younger people.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: FOX 7 HealthBeat
Cancer deaths are down, but younger people are being diagnosed with some cancers at a higher rate, especially colon cancer. Dr. Sanjana Luther, a gastroenterologist with Austin Gastroenterology, talks with FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas.
Dave Coulier gives update on cancer battle, finishes chemotherapy
Dave Coulier, best known for Full House, recently opened up about his battle with stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in an interview with Parade.
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
New book FitCEO: Be the Leader of Your Life
Whether you're a CEO, a family leader or in any other role, it is easy to prioritize everything else over your own health. Author Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann has all the details.
Which US city is the healthiest to live in?
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.