Protecting you and your family against West Nile
With wetter-than-usual weather and below-average temperatures, North Texans are enjoying more time outdoors this summer. But that rain and humidity can bring more unwelcomed visitors this season -- mosquitoes and ticks.
With wetter-than-usual weather and below-average temperatures, North Texans are enjoying more time outdoors this summer. But that rain and humidity can bring more unwelcomed visitors this season -- mosquitoes and ticks.
Nursing students selected for nursing mission in Africa
Two Texas nursing students just returned from a transformative experience aboard the "Africa Mercy Ship". Valerie Moon and Tom Strandwitz joined Good Day to share about their experience.
Two Texas nursing students just returned from a transformative experience aboard the "Africa Mercy Ship". Valerie Moon and Tom Strandwitz joined Good Day to share about their experience.
Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Help your kids balance school and extra activities
The brand new school year brings fresh opportunities for students to get involved in extracurricular activities like sports, band, choir, or scouts. But navigating homework and extra activities can often lead to students being overwhelmed, overworked, and in need of some balance. Here are some tips that may help.
The brand new school year brings fresh opportunities for students to get involved in extracurricular activities like sports, band, choir, or scouts. But navigating homework and extra activities can often lead to students being overwhelmed, overworked, and in need of some balance. Here are some tips that may help.
Popular weight-loss drugs could increase risk of developing eye conditions, vision loss, research suggests
One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.
One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Suspect identified in North Austin shooting at Target
Police say 32-year-old Ethan Nieneker then stole the family's vehicle fled to South Austin and carjacked and assaulted other people before he was ultimately taken into custody.
Police say 32-year-old Ethan Nieneker then stole the family's vehicle fled to South Austin and carjacked and assaulted other people before he was ultimately taken into custody.
Texas soccer player dies weeks after workout collapse
A North Texas high school athlete died after collapsing while exercising. Julian Gilbert?s friends and family are now trying to come to terms with his death and looking for answers.
A North Texas high school athlete died after collapsing while exercising. Julian Gilbert?s friends and family are now trying to come to terms with his death and looking for answers.
New vaccine designed to help fight colorectal, pancreatic cancer shows promising results: Study
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
The vaccine, which has completed its phase 1 trial, is called ELI-002 2P.
North Texas soccer player dies weeks after collapsing during workout
A North Texas high school athlete died after collapsing while exercising. Julian Gilbert’s friends and family are now trying to come to terms with his death and looking for answers.
A North Texas high school athlete died after collapsing while exercising. Julian Gilbert’s friends and family are now trying to come to terms with his death and looking for answers.
French fries tied to diabetes risk, but not all potatoes 'created equal,' study finds
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Dallas teen challenges perceptions of living with SMA
August marks Spinal Muscular Atrophy month. The genetic neuromuscular disease causes loss of motor neurons, which can affect muscle function. One Dallas teen is changing the perception of those who live with it. He is a star on his wheelchair basketball team and is now working with the "Smashing My Limits" campaign to support teens and young adults with SMA.
August marks Spinal Muscular Atrophy month. The genetic neuromuscular disease causes loss of motor neurons, which can affect muscle function. One Dallas teen is changing the perception of those who live with it. He is a star on his wheelchair basketball team and is now working with the "Smashing My Limits" campaign to support teens and young adults with SMA.
Here & Now: Journey to Wellness event
Southern HIV and AIDS awareness day will be observed on August 20. The day was created to raise awareness about the disproportionate impact of HIV in the southern part of the country.
Southern HIV and AIDS awareness day will be observed on August 20. The day was created to raise awareness about the disproportionate impact of HIV in the southern part of the country.
Tips for dealing with back-to-school anxiety
Many students are returning to the classroom soon. From anxieties about bullying to academic challenges, Dr. Stephanie Setliff from Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Dallas shares tips to help cope with back-to-school anxiety.
Many students are returning to the classroom soon. From anxieties about bullying to academic challenges, Dr. Stephanie Setliff from Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Dallas shares tips to help cope with back-to-school anxiety.
Over half of Americans' calories come from ultra-processed foods
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
Mental health experts on for phone-free classrooms
Dallas ISD will use locking pouches to enforce the new Texas law banning student cell phone use during school hours, with a mental health expert advising that students and parents should expect an adjustment period.
Dallas ISD will use locking pouches to enforce the new Texas law banning student cell phone use during school hours, with a mental health expert advising that students and parents should expect an adjustment period.
What is kratom 7-OH? Why RFK and health officials are cracking down
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
What is Chikungunya virus? Symptoms, prevention and what to know
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
Rare flu complication causing brain swelling on the rise in kids, study finds
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.