It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in US
Yet again, the U.S. is trudging into what could be another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.
Yet again, the U.S. is trudging into what could be another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.
1st COVID-19 breath test given emergency use authorization by FDA
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an emergency use authorization for what it says is the first device that can detect COVID-19 in breath samples.
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an emergency use authorization for what it says is the first device that can detect COVID-19 in breath samples.
Houston area Father-son duo: Enky Boys share cancer diagnosis on TikTok
The father-son duo, Enky Boys, are used to performing for millions and are now hoping to use their platform to share a serious message on colon cancer awareness.
The father-son duo, Enky Boys, are used to performing for millions and are now hoping to use their platform to share a serious message on colon cancer awareness.
COVID-19 booster: Pfizer to seek extra shot for healthy kids 5 to 11
Pfizer said new data shows its kid-sized COVID-19 booster could help healthy elementary-aged children rev up virus-fighting antibodies and plans to seek authorization soon.
Pfizer said new data shows its kid-sized COVID-19 booster could help healthy elementary-aged children rev up virus-fighting antibodies and plans to seek authorization soon.
Tinslee Lewis, at center of life support battle, leaves Fort Worth hospital
3-year-old Tinslee Lewis, whose mother has waged a court battle to keep doctors from removing her from life-sustaining treatment, has improved enough that she was released from the hospital last week and will now be cared for at home.
3-year-old Tinslee Lewis, whose mother has waged a court battle to keep doctors from removing her from life-sustaining treatment, has improved enough that she was released from the hospital last week and will now be cared for at home.
Philadelphia mask mandate to be reinstated April 18 amid rising COVID-19 case counts
As COVID-19 infections continue to rise in Philadelphia, health officials have announced the return to a mask mandate for indoor public spaces with enforcement beginning on April 18.
As COVID-19 infections continue to rise in Philadelphia, health officials have announced the return to a mask mandate for indoor public spaces with enforcement beginning on April 18.
Texas teen becomes 3,000th patient to receive cancer treatment at Las Colinas therapy center
A 16-year-old from Midland celebrated a major milestone in his cancer fight. He’s become the 3000th patient to receive a specialized type of radiation at the Texas Center for Proton Therapy in Las Colinas. “I feel really good. I feel closer back to myself."
A 16-year-old from Midland celebrated a major milestone in his cancer fight. He’s become the 3000th patient to receive a specialized type of radiation at the Texas Center for Proton Therapy in Las Colinas. “I feel really good. I feel closer back to myself."
Avoiding Sports Injuries
Shannon Murray talks with orthopedic surgery specialist Dr. Paul Whatley from Texas Health Denton about avoiding sports injuries and what to do if you think you are hurt.
Shannon Murray talks with orthopedic surgery specialist Dr. Paul Whatley from Texas Health Denton about avoiding sports injuries and what to do if you think you are hurt.
New COVID-19 outbreaks give US glimpse at living with the virus: 'Get used to it'
The U.S. is getting a glimpse of what it’s like to experience COVID-19 outbreaks during this new phase of living with the virus, and the roster of the infected is studded with stars and Cabinet members.
The U.S. is getting a glimpse of what it’s like to experience COVID-19 outbreaks during this new phase of living with the virus, and the roster of the infected is studded with stars and Cabinet members.
Zoos move birds indoors as avian flu spreads in North America
Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.
Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.
US life expectancy continued to decline in 2021, analysis finds
U.S. life expectancy continued to decline in 2021 following a big drop in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new analysis.
U.S. life expectancy continued to decline in 2021 following a big drop in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new analysis.
Bullying complaints at Joshua ISD prompt protests at board meeting
Families filled the boardroom to show the district they’re standing together and standing up against how the district is addressing bullying issues. Joshua ISD parents frustrated and on the brink of tears described what they call ongoing bullying issues they say their children have faced at school.
Families filled the boardroom to show the district they’re standing together and standing up against how the district is addressing bullying issues. Joshua ISD parents frustrated and on the brink of tears described what they call ongoing bullying issues they say their children have faced at school.
COVID-19 booster shot may be effective against omicron BA.2 variant, study shows
The study found that after a booster vaccination, levels of antibodies in the blood that could bind to and neutralize a new omicron variant increased substantially.
The study found that after a booster vaccination, levels of antibodies in the blood that could bind to and neutralize a new omicron variant increased substantially.
Appeals court OKs Biden's federal employee COVID-19 vaccine mandate
In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans reversed a lower court and ordered dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the mandate.
In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans reversed a lower court and ordered dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the mandate.
Raw oysters possibly contaminated with norovirus sold in multiple states, including Florida, FDA warns
The FDA is investigating a multi-state norovirus outbreak linked to potentially contaminated raw oysters sold in at least 13 states, including Florida.
The FDA is investigating a multi-state norovirus outbreak linked to potentially contaminated raw oysters sold in at least 13 states, including Florida.
CDC announces sweeping agency review to regain public trust
The Centers for Disease Control director is calling for a one-month review to identify ways it can reform. Five former CDC directors held their own review through the public health school at Harvard University.
The Centers for Disease Control director is calling for a one-month review to identify ways it can reform. Five former CDC directors held their own review through the public health school at Harvard University.
5 fetuses found in DC home: anti-abortion group claims to have held funeral and naming ceremony for fetuses
Five fetuses were found in a D.C. home after a tip led to the shocking discovery, according to authorities.
Five fetuses were found in a D.C. home after a tip led to the shocking discovery, according to authorities.
Democratic, Republican Senate bargainers reach $10B COVID agreement
President Joe Biden settled for much less in the package despite warnings that the government was running out of money to keep pace with the continued spread of COVID-19 in the U.S.
President Joe Biden settled for much less in the package despite warnings that the government was running out of money to keep pace with the continued spread of COVID-19 in the U.S.
Here are the 10 ‘allergy capitals’ of America in 2022
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks cities based on pollen data, use of allergy medication and the number of allergists in each area.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks cities based on pollen data, use of allergy medication and the number of allergists in each area.
Ph.D. student has rare disease. Her own research discovered a potential breakthrough.
Cortney Gensemer suffers from Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Now, she may have discovered a gene responsible for it.
Cortney Gensemer suffers from Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Now, she may have discovered a gene responsible for it.