Black mold exposure leaves Garland man with life-threatening double pneumonia

The 30-year-old says it all started when he helped clean up black mold at his grandmother's home. He wore a mask over his mouth and nose. Then, what started as a slight cough ended with him in the hospital on the brink of death.

Bat with rabies found in Plano

Plano officials say a bat found in the city has tested positive for rabies.

North Texas woman has near-fatal stroke after chiropractor visit, doctor says

Brandy Pullin's neurosurgeon says a recent neck adjustment severely pinched an artery, causing a big clot in her brain. The doctor says the remaining opening was the size of a pinhole and jeopardized oxygenated blood flow.

Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study

A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."

Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests

An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.

FDA says smokers under 30 now have to show ID for tobacco

The FDA has announced new rules raising the minimum age for certain tobacco sales restrictions, further strengthening efforts to prevent underage access to tobacco products. These changes, effective September 30, 2024, build on the 2019 legislation that increased the federal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21.

West Nile virus deaths reported in the US: What to know

Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.

Eli Lilly cutting cost of certain weight loss drugs by at least 50%

Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.

Boar’s Head listeria outbreak: death toll climbs to 9, CDC says

At least nine people have died after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said Wednesday. 

9 people now dead from listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meats

A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.

'Sloth fever': What to know about potentially deadly virus affecting US, Europe

Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.

Middle school football player dies from head injury; second this week

A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.