Texas expands screwworm inspector training to quicken response
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New World screwworm.
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New World screwworm.
New World screwworm cases in Texas rise to 10, new quarantine zones established
Federal officials said 10 cases of New World screwworm have been detected in Texas as of Saturday as state officials add new quarantine zones.
Federal officials said 10 cases of New World screwworm have been detected in Texas as of Saturday as state officials add new quarantine zones.
Screwworm outbreak: Travis & Caldwell counties affected
Three Central Texas counties have so far declared local disasters for the screwworm.
Three Central Texas counties have so far declared local disasters for the screwworm.
Rabid cat bites 3 victims at Black Rock Park in Llano County
Three people were bitten by a rabid cat while visiting Black Rock Park in Llano County last weekend, the sheriff's office said.
Three people were bitten by a rabid cat while visiting Black Rock Park in Llano County last weekend, the sheriff's office said.
FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
Screwworm in Texas: Multiple counties declare local disasters in response to recent cases
Five Texas counties have declared local disasters after multiple cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas animals.
Five Texas counties have declared local disasters after multiple cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Texas animals.
Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds
When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.
When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.
OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
New World Screwworm in Texas: Austin Wildlife Rescue issues new intake guidelines
Austin Wildlife Rescue has issued some new intake guidelines following the recent cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Austin Wildlife Rescue has issued some new intake guidelines following the recent cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
3 child Benadryl deaths spark renewed fears of dangerous social media trend
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.
Officials confirm 6 cases of New World screwworm in Texas
Federal officials confirm 6 New World screwworm cases in Texas. Gov. Abbott activates emergency response and places a 10-county quarantine to protect livestock.
Federal officials confirm 6 New World screwworm cases in Texas. Gov. Abbott activates emergency response and places a 10-county quarantine to protect livestock.
Screwworm triggers Hill Country quarantine
The USDA has confirmed five cases of New World Screwworm, including a dog from New Mexico and a goat in the Texas Hill Country. The Texas Animal Health Commission announced quarantines in counties where screwworm has been confirmed
The USDA has confirmed five cases of New World Screwworm, including a dog from New Mexico and a goat in the Texas Hill Country. The Texas Animal Health Commission announced quarantines in counties where screwworm has been confirmed
TRACK: Map shows where screwworm cases are in Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Food allergies: New childhood guidelines
Advice for parents on food allergies has changed over the years and new research suggests babies may benefit from being introduced to common allergens at as early as six months old. Dr. Pradeep Kumar talks about the findings.
Advice for parents on food allergies has changed over the years and new research suggests babies may benefit from being introduced to common allergens at as early as six months old. Dr. Pradeep Kumar talks about the findings.
Summer illness: Importance of acting early
Respiratory viruses may not be top of mind during the warmer months but they continue to circulate and can sideline plans. Antonio Gomez with the American Pharmacists Association shares some insight.
Respiratory viruses may not be top of mind during the warmer months but they continue to circulate and can sideline plans. Antonio Gomez with the American Pharmacists Association shares some insight.
Officials confirm 5 cases of New World screwworm in Texas
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
No streaks: US approves sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for over 25 years
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Tyler Mane, X-Men star and former wrestler, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tyler Mane, who is best known for his role as Sabretooth in "X-Men," shared he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Toxic blue-green algae found in Austin waterways
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.