Dallas County begins offering COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5

From the local health department to doctors offices and clinics, the push is on to get children as young as 6 months old vaccinated for COVID-19.

Dallas County’s mental health transfer waitlist costing taxpayers $13 million, commissioner says

Commissioner Price says it’s costing the county $13 million to take care of 400 people who should be at a state hospital, but they aren't because there are no available beds. He wants Dallas lawmakers in Austin to put pressure on the state to find a way and a place to house its inmates who shouldn't still be here.

Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control

The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.

North Texas doctor says it's 'wonderful news' kids under 5 can soon get COVID-19 vaccine

The FDA gave the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for children under the age of 5 "emergency use authorization" Friday, and the CDC is expected to give the final okay this weekend.

New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength

The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.

Is it OK to drink coffee while pregnant? Yes (in moderation), genetic study suggests

The study used genetics to analyze coffee-drinking behavior. It suggests that consuming java in moderation does not increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth.

COVID-19 vaccine: FDA authorizes 1st shots for kids under 5; CDC review next

The CDC recommends how to use vaccines and its vaccine advisers are set to discuss the shots for the youngest kids Friday and vote on Saturday.

Monkeypox vs. COVID-19: How are they different?

“Right now, this is an outbreak and outbreaks can be stopped,” WHO told FOX Television Stations. As of Wednesday, there were 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the U.S.

Is monkeypox an emergency? U.N. gathering experts

The World Health Organization will convene its emergency committee to determine if the monkeypox outbreak that has mysteriously spread beyond Africa warrants being declared a global health emergency. More than 1,600 cases and nearly 1,500 suspected cases have been reported this year in 39 countries.

Houston 4-year-old gets 'unintentional vasectomy' during hernia surgery

A Texas family is suing a Houston hospital and doctor after the family’s 4-year-old received an unintended vasectomy during surgery.

Migraine Relief Tips
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Your diet can play a role in frequent migraines or severe headaches. Dietitian Meridan Zerner from the Cooper Clinic shares what to avoid and keep in your diet as we recognize Migraine Awareness Month.

Dogs sniffed out COVID-19 more accurately than some lab tests, study says

Dogs were able to detect positive COVID-19 tests with 97% accuracy compared to the nasal swab tests which were only 84% accurate, according to the study.