From homeless shelters to medical school, man shares his story in hopes of inspiring others
A Texan who grew up in homeless shelters, and who was surrounded by gangs and drug use, has overcome the odds stacked against him to get into medical school. His older brother, who is now an attorney, helped inspire him through the journey.
Texas hospitals raising pay to help solve staffing shortages
More than 700 state hospital beds cannot be used because of a shortage of workers. Under the new policies a registered nurse with three years of experience would start with a salary as high as $90,000 per year.
New Alzheimer's drug: What to know as Leqembi hits the market
Here are some things to know about the FDA's approval of lecanemab, to be sold under the brand name Leqembi.
After a hospital stopped delivering babies, Deep East Texas faces a growing maternity care crisis
Women in deep East Texas drive over an hour to give birth after the last obstetrics unit in the area closed in 2019. But if closing the unit was hard, reopening it is proving nearly impossible.
Company recalling blood pressure pills because of potential impurity presence
The potential presence of a nitrosamine impurity has prompted Lupin Pharmaceuticals to issue a recall of some blood pressure medication, per an announcement.
Florida couple gets matched with life-saving kidney donor during Disney World vacation
"Talk about a magical trip," the couple said. "Best Christmas ever!!"
Invasive strep A among children being investigated by CDC after UK reports several deaths
While strep A is typically a common infection that can be easily treated, what is concerning some experts is an increase in an invasive form of strep that can be life-threatening. One North Texas doctor says the invasive form of strep A, which the CDC is monitoring, is something parents need to be aware of.
City of Ferris seeing great success with free healthcare program
FOX 4 first reported in May when the city of Ferris made its announcement. Now that the healthcare service has started, we wanted to see how it's working. Residents were surprised to find out where the funding was coming from.
Methodist Hospital shooter walked into young mother’s room before deadly rampage
The young mother says Hernandez was carrying an alcoholic beverage and appeared dazed and disoriented when he entered her room just minutes before police say he killed two hospital workers.
Jury awards $21M to family of patient after simple leg surgery left him in a vegetative state
27-year-old Carlos David Castro Rojas went to the hospital for surgery on a fracture in his shin. He now has the mental capacity of a one-year-old child.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to chemicals' possible link to cancer
The FDA-recalled quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets were shipped to customers nationwide in May 2021.
Replacement effort for sleep apnea device recall expected to drag into 2023, fueling frustration
Philips initially estimated it could repair or replace the units within a year. But with the recall expanding to more than 5 million devices, it now says the effort will stretch into next year.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Cheaper, over-the-counter hearing aids now available in US stores
Several U.S. retailers are now selling over-the-counter hearing aids at a cheaper cost compared to prescription devices, officials say. Here’s where to buy them.
FDA confirms widespread shortage of Adderall in the US
The largest U.S. manufacturer Adderall, a prescription drug used primarily to treat ADHD, has been experiencing “ongoing intermittent manufacturing delays,” the FDA said.
Nurse poisoned 2 babies with insulin, prosecutor says
A neonatal nurse at a hospital in England is accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others. A prosecutor says the nurse deliberately poisoned two infants with insulin.
Late Flower Mound firefighter remembered for spreading awareness about colon cancer
The young father was just 31 years old when he got diagnosed with job-related colon cancer in 2020. After his diagnosis, he made it a mission to make sure firefighters get screened earlier in life. His efforts saved the lives of two fellow firefighters who were unknowingly battling cancer as well.
Groundbreaking Alzheimer's research in North Texas receives massive new grant
A North Texas doctor says a groundbreaking treatment will change the world for people living with Alzheimer's and their families.
Doctors remove 50 large batteries from woman’s stomach, colon
Swallowing batteries is a “rare method of deliberate self-harm” that can cause serious complications.
Doctors warn of possible fall, winter COVID-19 spikes due to low vaccination rates among kids
Vaccinations are lower than health professionals hoped: about 60% for pre-teens and teenagers and only about half of that at 30% for kids 5-11. The concern is we could experience a fall and winter wave of COVID-19 cases.