Measles cases rose by more than 20% worldwide last year: Here's why
"Far too many children are still dying from this preventable disease," the CDC says.
Is beef tallow healthier than seed oils? Unpacking RFK Jr.'s views
President-elect Trump’s HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stirred a debate over cooking oils, claiming beef tallow is a healthier option than seed oils like canola. Experts weigh in.
New FDA rules target those ubiquitous TV drug commercials
The agency’s new guidelines are created to eliminate pharmaceutical company practices that minimize or distract consumers from knowing risk information about drugs.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
E.coli cases linked to McDonald's climbs to 104
A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has affected at least 104 people in 14 states, with 34 hospitalized, according to the CDC.
Quincy Jones’ cause of death revealed: Report
Quincy Jones died on Nov. 3 in his home in Bel Air, surrounded by his family.
Texas committee looks at link between bad nutrition and chronic disease
State senators met to talk about ways to increase nutrition and decrease chronic health problems.
Watch: Donor reunites with toddler she helped save through life-saving liver transplant
Sandy Flash, a woman from West New York, was reunited with one-year-old Sonny, whom she helped save through a life-saving liver transplant at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
Hypertension: How to know if you have it
A new report finds that many U.S. adults with hypertension don't know they have the condition. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology talk about the findings.
'Full House' actor Dave Coulier diagnosed with 'very aggressive' cancer
Dave Coulier, the actor best known for his role as Uncle Joey in "Full House," has announced he has stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Medicare premiums increasing in 2025
Medicare’s premium increase for Part B in 2025 outpaces both inflation and the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Best type of breakfast for men and women
A new study finds that men and women have very different menus when it comes to what should be eaten at breakfast. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike has all the details.
14-year-old dies by suicide after Santa Clara schoolmates bully him about being homeless: father
A South Bay father said his teenage son took his own life after being bullied by other students at the high school they attended because he was homeless.
Breakthrough T1D Austin holds walk to raise awareness, funds for Type 1 diabetes
Austinites gathered at The Pitch for the Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes Walk to raise awareness and funding for advocacy and research into Type 1 diabetes.
Breakthrough T1D Walk
Participants walked on Sunday to power more research, enable more advocacy, and fund more support for the millions of Americans living with Type 1 diabetes.
FDA wants to pull decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
The FDA is proposing the removal of phenylephrine, a popular nasal decongestant, in oral form from over-the-counter use. Here’s why.
James Van Der Beek mistook cancer symptoms for problems with his diet
The 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' actor, 47, has been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
Bird flu infects more farmworkers than previously known, CDC says
Following a CDC study showing bird flu exposure among dairy workers, health officials recommend increased testing and preventative measures for farmworkers, even if they show no symptoms, to prevent virus spread and mutation.
Caregiver Nation initiative to raise awareness, support for caregivers
Shirley Trapani, the special projects manager for the Area Agency on Aging, joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to talk about a nationwide initiative for caregivers this month.
Father returns home after weeks in European hospital following severe illness on vacation
Colorado resident Guy Matlock, 64, is back home after a life-threatening health crisis during a European cruise in September