Is laughter the best medicine for stress? | HealthBeat
Next time you're feeling stressed, choosing laughter instead of screaming could help you turn your mood around. FOX's Gary Baumgarten takes a closer look at why and how humor can provide some relief in this HealthBeat.
Congress looking into synthetic opioid nitazene
There are growing concerns about a drug some people say is worse than fentanyl. Synthetic opioids called nitazenes are said to be stronger and resistant to the emergency drug Narcan. It's the same drug that may have caused a death on 6th Street Monday night. FOX's David Spunt has more in this HealthBeat.
Back-to-school germs worsening asthma symptoms
Medical experts at UT say parents should be checking in on their children's health, as they start a new school year. This is especially true for students who may be more vulnerable to back-to-school germs - like kids with asthma. FOX's Ted Lindner has more in this HealthBeat.
Human case of West Nile Virus in Hays County
A positive human case of West Nile has been detected in Hays County.
Link between your diet and depression | HealthBeat
It's no surprise what you eat can affect how you feel. Research suggests poor eating habits may increase the risk of depression in certain people. FOX's Sue Guzman has more in this HealthBeat.
Floods spark questions about overnight summer camps
The deadly floods that left a path of devastation in parts of Central Texas are igniting questions from parents, including whether they should send their children to overnight summer camps. FOX's Brooke Taylor has more from Kerrville on what some experts are recommending in this HealthBeat.
Can edible sunscreen protect you in the sun?
Summer is almost here and we need to protect our skin from the harsh sun. There's a growing trend that has people eating their sun protection. In this HealthBeat, FOX's Connor Hansen reports on if it's safe and if it can really protect your skin.
Preventing summer injuries
While the risk for drowning can increase during the summer months, doctors say this upcoming season is also marred by other safety concerns. Many of which can happen right outside your home - even in your backyard. FOX's Sue Guzman takes a closer look.
Austin physician speaks on how to treat rabies amid recent fox attacks
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies.
Treating for rabies after fox attacks
Several people in Hays County have been attacked by foxes in the past week, and many of them needed treatment because of rabies. Dr. Ryan McCorkle, an emergency department physician with St. David's Medical Center, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss
How to take care of your body, heart amid heat wave in Austin
Central Texas is dealing with a heat wave, causing temperatures to soar into triple-digits. An Austin cardiologist spoke about what you can do to take care of your body and heart this summer.
Staying safe in extreme heat
Central Texas is dealing with a heat wave, causing temperatures to soar into triple-digits. An Austin cardiologist spoke about what you can do to take care of your body and heart this summer.
Donate Life Month: Pflugerville woman donates kidney to her mother
A Pflugerville woman gave her mom an incredible gift. She became a living kidney donor. Like her, if you are healthy, you too have a spare that can save a life.
Pflugerville daughter donates kidney to mother
FOX 7 Austin has the story of a Pflugerville woman who gave her mom an incredible gift. She became a living kidney donor. Like her, if you are healthy, you too have a spare that can save a life
Young people being diagnosed with colon cancer at higher rates; doctor speaks on prevention, screening
An Austin gastroenterologist spoke about a steady rise in colon cancer cases in younger people.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: FOX 7 HealthBeat
Cancer deaths are down, but younger people are being diagnosed with some cancers at a higher rate, especially colon cancer. Dr. Sanjana Luther, a gastroenterologist with Austin Gastroenterology, talks with FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas.
Austin doctor speaks on endometriosis, how to treat the condition
An Austin doctor spoke to FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss what endometriosis is, and how it can be treated.
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. It's often a painful and debilitating condition that can lead to infertility, and federal health officials with the Office on Women's Health say it may affect more than 11% or more than 6.5 million American women between the ages of 15 and 44.
Does daylight saving time have effects on heart health?
Does daylight saving time have any effect on your heart? FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to a local doctor to discuss.
Daylight saving effects on the heart
Does daylight savings have any effect on your heart? FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke to a local doctor to discuss.