Dallas ISD gives young, future medics hands-on experience with tools used by actual doctors
In class this week, students created human skin and wounds to learn how to do first aid on a playground injury. They also got to control a laparoscopic surgery simulator.
Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
Dallas woman credits genetic testing for detecting breast cancer early
Armed with the knowledge her mom passed down to her, Laura Heims wants to encourage other women to talk to their OBGYNs about genetic testing. It could be a lifesaver -- like it was for her. The early detection made other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation unnecessary.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
Texas doctors concerned about rising number of babies born with syphilis
Between 2017 and 2022 there has been a 400% increase in congenital syphilis cases in Texas.
Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month: What to know
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to U.S. households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
Tarrant County ends unclaimed bodies program partnership with UNT Health Science Center
The county has formally ended its partnership with the science center when it comes to unclaimed deceased individuals whose bodies are donated for research. The program abruptly shut down over concerns about how it was handled.
Black mold exposure leaves Garland man with life-threatening double pneumonia
The 30-year-old says it all started when he helped clean up black mold at his grandmother's home. He wore a mask over his mouth and nose. Then, what started as a slight cough ended with him in the hospital on the brink of death.
North Texas woman has near-fatal stroke after chiropractor visit, doctor says
Brandy Pullin's neurosurgeon says a recent neck adjustment severely pinched an artery, causing a big clot in her brain. The doctor says the remaining opening was the size of a pinhole and jeopardized oxygenated blood flow.
Deals will lower prices of Medicare's costliest drugs, White House says — see the list
Federal officials reached deals with drug companies to lower the cost for 10 of Medicare’s costliest drugs. Here's what to know.
List: Medicare deal will lower the prices of these drugs
Ten popular prescription drugs will soon become cheaper for Medicare recipients. The full list was released Thursday morning and it includes drugs to treat diabetes, blood clots, and other conditions.
West Dallas charter school partners with Baylor Scott & White to help students pursue medical careers
A charter school system partnering with a healthcare system to bring healthcare careers to students in West Dallas may be just what the doctor ordered.
What election issues are Texans searching for the most?
Here are the election topics that Texans are searching for most, according to Google Trends.
Dallas County's ongoing opioid crisis continues to worsen, new report says
The Dallas County Health and Human Services and the Recovery Resource Council published a report that shows trends around opioid overdose continue to go in the wrong direction.
A city in the south emerges as the Ozempic capital of the United States
A city in the South, not New York or Los Angeles, has the highest per capita prescriptions of the popular weight loss drug.
10-year-old North Texas boy receives life-changing double lung transplant
With two new lungs, Ryder Molepske-Eoff is full of life and energy. It’s a huge difference from when he was confined to bed rest to help preserve his dying lungs.
Prescription drug prices soar nearly 40% over past decade, surpassing inflation, study finds
In 2024 alone, Americans have spent $21 billion on out-of-pocket prescriptions.
'Walking pneumonia' cases on the rise in children at Cook Children's Fort Worth
Last week, 80 out of about 400 patients tested positive for mycoplasma pneumonia. There were no cases during the same week last year.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Cook Children’s sues state of Texas over Medicaid contracts
Texas Health and Human Services decided to not extend a Medicaid contract to Cook Children’s Health Plan and other local plans. The decision would affect nearly 125,000 North Texans.