Researchers hope to slow down aging in dogs
Researchers from over 20 research institutions and veterinary teaching hospitals, including Texas A&M University, are collaborating for the Dog Aging Project.
Most women diagnosed with early breast cancer will survive beyond 5 years, study finds
Declining death rates could be due to "more sensitive screenings," experts say.
Judge blocks Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
A federal judge has struck down Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming care for minors.
Free dental services available at UT Children's Wellness Center in Del Valle
Services will be available from June 20 to August 4 and include x-rays, cleanings, full exams, cavity treatments, and more from licensed dentists through the St. David's Foundation.
Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
Food allergies more common among Hispanic, Black and Asian individuals, study finds
In households earning more than $150,000 a year, food allergies were also found to be less prevalent, according to the study.
Mosquito trap in Temple tests positive for West Nile virus
No human cases have been reported in Bell County so far this year.
Ultimate Father’s Day gift: Son donates kidney to save his dad’s life
Jonathan Calixto, 30, said he "never hesitated" to give his dad "another chance at life."
NBA veteran Tony Snell, 31, reveals autism diagnosis
Tony Snell, a former NBA first-round pick, revealed Friday that he was diagnosed with autism last year.
West Nile virus cases, positive samples detected across the country
In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.
Wisconsin father, daughter meet for 1st time after health scare
A Wisconsin man's health scare led to a life-changing surprise. This Father's Day weekend, he met his 31-year-old daughter for the first time.
Georgetown OB-GYN donates kidney to her father
Dave Horton was born with a recessive gene that causes kidney disease. When it was determined he needed a kidney transplant, his daughter signed up to be a living donor, and matched.
Hays County paramedics, EMTs, vote to unionize
In a historic vote on June 2, EMS workers in Hays County won union recognition.
Mosquito trap in Jarrell tests positive for West Nile virus
This is the second positive trap reported this year in Williamson County.
Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
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.
Frozen fruit products sold across Texas recalled due to possible Hepatitis A contamination
Products being recalled by Oregon-based Willamette Valley Fruit Co. are specifically those that contain strawberries grown in Mexico.
Death toll rises in fungal meningitis outbreak tied to procedures in Mexico
U.S. and Mexican officials have specifically linked two clinics to the fungal meningitis outbreak, both of which closed last month.
Surge of invasive strep A infections alarms doctors
Invasive strep A infections can cause organ failure, severe sepsis and other potentially deadly complications.
Drinking alcohol could increase risk of more than 60 diseases, study suggests
The researchers said that 33 diseases not previously established as alcohol-related were identified as higher risk – such as gastric ulcers and gout.