Number of Americans struggling to pay medical bills reaches new high

A new Gallup study shows a record number of Americans—especially lower-income, Black, and Hispanic adults—are unable to pay for needed healthcare or medication, revealing deepening disparities.

HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link

The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.

Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign

Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.

Former Arlington ISD student credits PE teacher for CPR skills that saved dad's life 7 years later

Starla Smith, a former Arlington ISD junior high coach, taught CPR to Stacy Stephens at 12 years old. Little did Stacy know she'd be using it 7 years later to save her dad's life. "I knew what to do."

What is the childhood vaccine schedule? A look at immunizations by age

The immunization schedule protects against 14 potentially serious diseases before a child’s second birthday, as recommended by the CDC.

Dallas school, hospital team up to offer hands-on education in medical field

On Wednesday, Uplift Heights Healthcare Institute students got a hands-on opportunity to learn about respiratory care and how to perform ultrasounds.

Frisco 9-month-old baby survives near-death experience with flu: 'His heart stopped'

Avery Ash's parents are thanking their instincts for getting the help their baby needed while battling the flu. He went into cardiac arrest and stopped breathing before being revived. "It was the worst 15 minutes of any parent's life."

Measles outbreaks: Here's who should get a booster shot

As public health officials monitor a rise in U.S. measles cases, some may be wondering if they need a booster vaccine to protect themselves.

Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order

A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.

Trump's push to slash wasteful spending threatens public health research in North Texas

Stephen Love with the DFW Hospital Council says the cuts could impact staffing and compromise patient safety. He says many universities and researchers are rightfully concerned.

Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.

Mansfield man undergoes double lung transplant with groundbreaking 'lungs in a fridge' technology

The new “lungs in a fridge" tech can keep the lungs intact for up to 18 hours, compared to about four hours when kept on it. It helps doctors fly further distances across the U.S. while keeping vital organs preserved.

This Fort Worth zip code has one of the highest infant mortality rates

A south Fort Worth community has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the nation. That’s why Baylor Scott and White is partnering with the city to address the problem.

Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?

States report Medicaid outage amid federal funding drama

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars.