Shannen Doherty simplifies life amid cancer battle
As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.
Austin doctor speaks on new clinical trial to prevent melanoma reoccurrence
A new clinical trial using MRNA technology to prevent melanoma reoccurrence is underway. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to lead trial investigator Dr. Jeff Yorio.
CDC warns of invasive bacterial outbreak amid spike in cases and fatality rates
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.
Texas person diagnosed with bird flu
The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed the state’s first human case of avian influenza, or bird flu, on Monday. This comes after the virus was found in dairy cattle in the Texas panhandle last week.
Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
Texas person is diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with cows
A person in Texas has been diagnosed with bird flu, an infection tied to the recent discovery of the virus in dairy cows, health officials said Monday.
NC State alumni report 150+ cancer cases possibly stemming from contaminants in shut-down campus building
More than 150 cancer cases have been reported among NC State alumni that all seem to center around a campus building that's since been shut down.
Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer
Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.
Mental toll of the Baltimore bridge collapse
The bridge’s collapse has taken an economic toll that will be felt worldwide, but also an emotional toll that is still being realized.
Make-A-Wish seeks 1M new 'wish-makers' to help ill children
The nonprofit organization's new initiative continues its mission to grant wishes for children with serious illnesses. Here’s how the program works.
Fifth Ward Cancer Cluster: EPA finds 41 creosote-linked chemicals in neighborhood
As residents in the neighborhood continue to deal with rare cancer diagnoses, recent EPA samples show a need for more testing of soil, gas, groundwater and sewers.
Woman left with kidney damage after visiting hair salon
Topical glyoxylic acid may be to blame for the women's injuries, doctors say.
Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023
Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.
Woman eating pork rinds accidentally swallows nail
A South American woman found herself in a hospital emergency after inadvertently ingesting a nail that mysteriously found its way into her packet of pork rinds.
‘Ozempic babies’: Is the weight loss drug leading to surprise pregnancies?
Ozempic and Wegovy have steadily gained popularity for people trying to lose weight, but it's also being connected to another unexpected result: pregnancy.
‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’
Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.
Solar eclipse 2024: We Are Blood asking for donations boost ahead of influx of visitors
Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to come to the Austin area for April's total solar eclipse. We Are Blood is asking for more blood donations in anticipation of the influx of visitors.
Dengue epidemic declared by Puerto Rico amid spike in virus cases
Dengue cases have jumped in Puerto Rico, prompting the U.S. territory to declare an epidemic. The mosquito-borne virus has been on the rise in the Western Hemisphere, experts say.
Central Texans advocate for FAA reform as Congress debates reauthorization bill
Advocates and lawmakers are pushing for the FAA to reform how it handles pilots' mental health and other medical conditions, especially for veterans.
Bird flu detected in milk supply from Texas and Kansas cattle
Milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird flu, U.S. officials said Monday.