UT Austin makes "breakthrough" in Coronavirus research, supports vaccine design
Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin and the National Institutes of Health have made a critical breakthrough toward developing a vaccine for the 2019 novel coronavirus, according to a UT Austin press release.
Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin and the National Institutes of Health have made a critical breakthrough toward developing a vaccine for the 2019 novel coronavirus, according to a UT Austin press release.
Coronavirus cases in China fall for 2nd day, deaths top 2,000
The updated figures on the COVID-19 illness for mainland China bring the total for cases to 74,185 and deaths to 2,004.
The updated figures on the COVID-19 illness for mainland China bring the total for cases to 74,185 and deaths to 2,004.
Patient plays violin during brain tumor removal
An orchestra violinist played her instrument during an operation to remove a brain tumor at King’s College Hospital in London on Jan. 31, ensuring the musician’s hand movement and coordination were not accidentally damaged by surgeons.
An orchestra violinist played her instrument during an operation to remove a brain tumor at King’s College Hospital in London on Jan. 31, ensuring the musician’s hand movement and coordination were not accidentally damaged by surgeons.
Coronavirus claims life of hospital director in hard-hit Wuhan
A hospital director who helped lead the fight against China's new virus has become one of its victims.
A hospital director who helped lead the fight against China's new virus has become one of its victims.
Event in Fort Worth offers free screenings for prostate cancer
A Tarrant County commissioner is encouraging all men to take charge of their health and get screened for prostate cancer.
A Tarrant County commissioner is encouraging all men to take charge of their health and get screened for prostate cancer.
Second wave of flu hits US kids
A second wave of flu is hitting the U.S., turning this into one of the nastiest seasons for children in a decade.
A second wave of flu is hitting the U.S., turning this into one of the nastiest seasons for children in a decade.
Treating and preventing gum disease may lower stroke risk, research suggests
Studies have found an important connection between gum disease and strokes.
Studies have found an important connection between gum disease and strokes.
Coronavirus death toll nears 1,400 in China, with 5,090 new cases
There are now 63,851 confirmed cases in mainland China, of which 1,380 have died.
There are now 63,851 confirmed cases in mainland China, of which 1,380 have died.
North Texas teen with no health insurance battles aggressive form of cancer
Cody, 19, was diagnosed approximately six weeks ago with Chondroplastic osteo sarcoma, which is a combination of bone and cartridge cancer. The Weinman’s have already racked up over $329,000 worth of medical bills.
Cody, 19, was diagnosed approximately six weeks ago with Chondroplastic osteo sarcoma, which is a combination of bone and cartridge cancer. The Weinman’s have already racked up over $329,000 worth of medical bills.
More schools shut down because of flu outbreak
A private school in Dallas and another small school district in North Texas are shutting their doors because of the flu and other illnesses.
A private school in Dallas and another small school district in North Texas are shutting their doors because of the flu and other illnesses.
China sees 254 new coronavirus deaths, 15,152 new cases, after using new reporting method
The total deaths from the outbreak stood at 1,367 on Thursday, with the total number of confirmed cases mounting to 59,804.
The total deaths from the outbreak stood at 1,367 on Thursday, with the total number of confirmed cases mounting to 59,804.
Reports: Chinese officials report 14,000 new cases of novel coronavirus
The number of reported cases of the novel coronavirus, now named COVID-19, seemed to be leveling off before Chinese officials announced a major change Wednesday.
The number of reported cases of the novel coronavirus, now named COVID-19, seemed to be leveling off before Chinese officials announced a major change Wednesday.
Officials investigate how coronavirus may have spread through sewage pipes in Hong Kong
Hong Kong health officials are investigating the possibility that the coronavirus may have spread through an unsealed pipe in an apartment building in response to one of the building’s residents having become infected.
Hong Kong health officials are investigating the possibility that the coronavirus may have spread through an unsealed pipe in an apartment building in response to one of the building’s residents having become infected.
Flu outbreak closes North Texas school district
There will be no school for kids in the Rio Vista Independent School District for a week because of the flu and other illnesses.
There will be no school for kids in the Rio Vista Independent School District for a week because of the flu and other illnesses.
Texas sheriff says inmate's coronavirus claims are 'pretty unrealistic'
Currently, there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Texas.
Currently, there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Texas.
Study links habitual coffee consumption with stronger bones
A study by the Cleveland Clinic has found that the caffeinated beverage many Americans rely on to start our days may actually be beneficial for our bones.
A study by the Cleveland Clinic has found that the caffeinated beverage many Americans rely on to start our days may actually be beneficial for our bones.
Dr. Oz looks at coronavirus outbreak
The deadly virus outbreak in China has people all over the world on edge. Dr. Oz weighs in on the coronavirus. Link: doctoroz.com
The deadly virus outbreak in China has people all over the world on edge. Dr. Oz weighs in on the coronavirus. Link: doctoroz.com
Maternal and infant mortality rate not improving in the US
Despite advances in medicine and technology, the Centers for Disease Control finds maternal mortality basically unchanged in the last 15 years. OBGYN Dr. Kelle Moley is the chief scientific officer for the March of Dimes. She talks to Good Day about the troubling trend. Link: marchofdimes.org
Despite advances in medicine and technology, the Centers for Disease Control finds maternal mortality basically unchanged in the last 15 years. OBGYN Dr. Kelle Moley is the chief scientific officer for the March of Dimes. She talks to Good Day about the troubling trend. Link: marchofdimes.org
Maintaining health resolutions with one word
Dietitian Meridan Zerner with The Cooper Clinic shows us how to maintain our resolutions to eat healthy and creates a no-bake oatmeal protein energy balls as a snack.
Dietitian Meridan Zerner with The Cooper Clinic shows us how to maintain our resolutions to eat healthy and creates a no-bake oatmeal protein energy balls as a snack.
Coronavirus death toll climbs to 908 in China, 65 more cases on Japan cruise ship
China's mainland death toll rose to 908, while a total of 40,171 confirmed cases vastly exceeds the 8,098 sickened by SARS.
China's mainland death toll rose to 908, while a total of 40,171 confirmed cases vastly exceeds the 8,098 sickened by SARS.