Austin doctor speaks on blood cancer awareness
FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Dr. Jane Chawla, a hematologist and medical oncologist at Texas Oncology Austin Central, to discuss blood cancer awareness.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Caffeine: More than a pick-me-up?
Caffeine often gets a bad rap but Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology discusses a new study that finds caffeine may have some benefits to your health.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.
4 out of 5 parents moved their kids out of booster seats too soon, study finds
A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer: study
Systemic review of decades of research into potential health effects from radio wave exposure shows that cell phones are not linked to brain cancer. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about the findings.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
FDA to propose new food label warnings to combat obesity
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
High levels of lead detected in 12 brands of cinnamon and spice blends, report says
Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.
'Dead butt syndrome' can happen after sitting too long: How to avoid the condition
Experts reveal what causes gluteal amnesia and how to know if you have it.
Boar's Head will close plant linked to listeria recall; will stop making liverwurst
The liverwurst was linked to the deaths of at least nine people and hospitalizations of about 50 others.
Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
Breast cancer screenings to include new analysis
Reports and results for women's breast exams will now include analysis of the density of their breasts. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on why this is important.
Selena Gomez grieved not being able to carry children due to health issues
"I haven’t ever said this," the "Emilia Perez" star told Vanity Fair. "But I unfortunately can’t carry my own children. I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy."
Recall of eggs, apple juice and deli meat: Recent list over various health concerns
Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.
Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
7 middle, high school football deaths in a month prompt warnings: 'Protect your kids'
The football-related deaths of seven middle and high school students in August alone is prompting warnings from parents and others to take sport safety measures more seriously.
How many alarms do you set in the morning? Sleep expert shares ideal number
The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.
Eggs recalled after salmonella outbreak in multiple states
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.