Lupus breakthrough: Researchers may have found cause of autoimmune disease
Researchers claim they have found a “molecular defect" that leads to lupus. Autoimmune experts weigh in on the potential impact.
Biden's health: Doctor's letter addresses Parkinson's concerns
The White House on Monday night released a letter from President Biden's doctor responding to questions about the president's health.
Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
10-year-old North Texas boy receives life-changing double lung transplant
With two new lungs, Ryder Molepske-Eoff is full of life and energy. It’s a huge difference from when he was confined to bed rest to help preserve his dying lungs.
North Texas woman attacked by shark in South Padre: ‘I thought it was a big fish’
A North Texas woman recalls her terrifying escape from a shark attack on South Padre Island. The shark bit her left calf off. "My leg is pretty much gone."
Prescription drug prices soar nearly 40% over past decade, surpassing inflation, study finds
In 2024 alone, Americans have spent $21 billion on out-of-pocket prescriptions.
'Walking pneumonia' cases on the rise in children at Cook Children's Fort Worth
Last week, 80 out of about 400 patients tested positive for mycoplasma pneumonia. There were no cases during the same week last year.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
Cook Children’s sues state of Texas over Medicaid contracts
Texas Health and Human Services decided to not extend a Medicaid contract to Cook Children’s Health Plan and other local plans. The decision would affect nearly 125,000 North Texans.
Here’s why guidance on alcohol consumption is being considered in Washington
Talks of federal dietary guidelines on alcohol consumption have sparked disagreement among some health officials and politicians at odds on limiting how much people can drink.
Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
‘The Notebook’s’ Gena Rowlands, who played Allie, suffering from Alzheimer’s, son says
Gena Rowlands played the older version of Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook," which was directed by Rowlands son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.
Planned Parenthood announces that it will spend $40 million ahead of November's election
Planned Parenthood is injecting $40 million into the November elections to support President Biden and key Democrats, centering their campaign on abortion rights and targeting critical battleground states.
Body Roundness Index may be better health indicator than BMI, study says
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
Castor oil for weight loss? Experts weigh in on benefits, risks
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
Texas Medical Board clarifies abortion exceptions
The Texas Medical Board unanimously approved guidelines for how doctors should interpret exceptions to the state's abortion ban.
Study suggests this free activity can reduce lower back pain
A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.
Best-selling author Dr. Sharon Malone encourages North Texas women to be their own healthcare advocates
Dr. Sharon Malone’s career as an OB/GYN has spanned more than 30 years in the private sector. She is now primarily focused on educating women over 40. She says her own personal experiences are motivators.