1st measles case confirmed in Dallas County
According to Dallas County health officials, a woman in her mid-20s who was fully vaccinated contracted the highly contagious disease and interacted with the public while contagious at least twice.
RFK Jr.'s newest CDC vaccine panel includes critics of COVID shots, lockdowns
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the federal vaccine advisory panel after abruptly disbanding the previous 17-member group earlier this week.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: 2 new cases reported as state reduces number of 'outbreak counties'
Only four counties remain as designated "outbreak counties."
RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine panel
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced he has dismissed all 17 members of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, citing concerns over conflicts of interest.
Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Health officials report no new cases Friday
Texas health officials are reporting no new measles cases for the first time since the outbreak started in January.
Here's what makes you a prime target for mosquitoes
Mosquitoes may target people based on heat, scent and even genetics. Here’s what experts are saying.
Tarrant Area Food Bank fights hunger amid historic SNAP cut proposals
The Tarrant Area Food Bank is initiating a summer produce program to combat food insecurity amidst concerns over potential federal cuts to SNAP benefits, which could drastically impact North Texans and increase demand on food banks.
Woman killed by brain-eating amoeba after cleaning sinuses with water in Texas: CDC
The report says she developed severe neurologic symptoms, including fever, headache, and altered mental status. She died eight days after her symptoms began.
FDA approves first AI tool to predict breast cancer risk
Artificial intelligence uses mammograms to provide five-year risk scores for early detection
Whole Foods ground beef may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says
A recall wasn’t issued for the ground beef because it was removed from store shelves.
RFK Jr. orders review of baby formula: What to know
“Operation Stork Speed” will be the first deep look at baby formula ingredients since 1998.
Some popular foods may soon require warning labels in Texas
The bill would require products that contain certain food additives to have a warning label that says those additives are “not recommended for human consumption by the appropriate authority in Australia, Canada, the European Union, or the United Kingdom."
Texas measles outbreak 2025: 4 new cases reported
There have been 33 cases reported in the state that are not connected to the West Texas outbreak.
Drinking coffee may boost odds of aging well, study finds
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
Chinese national tried smuggling pathogen through Detroit Metro Airport, Feds say
The individual who allegedly brought the fungus into the U.S. wanted to clone the pathogen at a lab at the University of Michigan.
Cavities in children could increase by millions if fluoride is banned, study suggests
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he wants communities to stop fluoridating water.
CDC issues new warning for international travelers amid measles outbreaks
The CDC is updating its travel advisory on measles after cases continue to expand in the U.S.
FDA approves Moderna's new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna’s newest lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine is approved for all adults 65 and older, and for people aged 12 to 64 who are at higher risk from the disease.