Watching game shows like 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' can boost cognitive health, say experts
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Georgetown lemonade stand raises money for cancer research after two local children died
Two Georgetown women meet just about every weekend to sell fresh squeeze lemonade to support two of their neighbors who have lost children to cancer.
Rabid fox found in Marble Falls neighborhood
Marble Falls officials are warning residents after a rabid fox was found in a neigborhood.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian singer, dies following long COVID battle
Grammy-winning Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes died Thursday after battling the effects of long COVID. He was 83 years old.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Deli meat listeria outbreak: recall remains
The deli meat recall remains in effect following an outbreak that has hospitalized multiple people across 18 states and resulted in 18 deaths. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology has more on listeria.
UT Austin researchers discover antibody to protect against all COVID-19 variants
UT Austin researchers believe they've made a big discovery to fight all future variants of COVID-19.
Antibody discovered to protect against COVID-19
UT Austin researchers believe they've made a big discovery to fight all future variants of COVID-19.
Austin doctor speaks on prostate cancer awareness
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, in the U.S., 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
Prostate cancer awareness month
According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, in the U.S., 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
Boar's Head deadly listeria outbreak: Food safety lawyer asks Congress to investigate
A food safety attorney is calling on lawmakers to investigate Boar's Head after discovering three years of inspection reports.
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
Texas Wellness Day
Christina Wilson with Swift Fit Events joins Good Day Austin's Libbi Farrow to talk about Texas Wellness Day.
FDA says smokers under 30 now have to show ID for tobacco
The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.
West Nile virus deaths reported in the US: What to know
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Grocery chain joins Walmart, CVS, others in ending cigarettes sales
CVS, Target and Walmart have already removed tobacco products from stores and online.
Boar’s Head plant linked to deadly outbreak had ‘meat overspray’ on walls, ceiling, records show
Inspectors found meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment. They also found mold, insects and liquid dripping from ceilings.
Bruce Willis' daughter Tallulah gives update on his 'painful' dementia battle
Tallulah Willis, the youngest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, opened up about how she feels connected to her father during his battle with dementia.
Austin woman receives kidney donation from her best friend
For the past 33 years Andrei Thomas and Rhonda Johnson have been inseparable from small moments to hard times so it's no surprise that when Andrei needed a kidney, Rhonda stepped up.