Cigarette use in U.S. hits 80-year low, survey finds

Cigarette smoking fell to a record low with the biggest decline in the use of the substance among young adults, according to a recent survey.

Rockwall High wrestling coach under investigation after student's injury

17-year-old Gavin Gross, a Rockwall High School junior, is sidelined anywhere between three and six months after having surgery on his shoulder.

Free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart late September

The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.

The cost of IVF in 2024

Here’s a look at how much it costs to get pregnant through IVF in 2024.

Jesuit Dallas football kicker dedicates season to raise money for faith-based recovery program

The high school senior plans to raise money for Men of Nehemiah by asking people to make a dollar amount pledge for every point he scores throughout the season. Last season, he scored the most field goals in Texas with a total of 17.

Work-related stress may cause irregular heartbeat, study finds

Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications.

Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis

Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.

What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa

On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.

Tarrant County West Nile cases have doubled for 2024

Tarrant County officials are warning of a rise in West Nile cases, including one that led to a person’s death.

Texas women accuse hospitals of denying necessary care for life-threatening pregnancies

An Arlington hospital is cited in one of two federal complaints filed by Texas women who say they were denied necessary care for their failing pregnancies. Both women say they suffered life-changing injuries as a result.

Dallas County's ongoing opioid crisis continues to worsen, new report says

The Dallas County Health and Human Services and the Recovery Resource Council published a report that shows trends around opioid overdose continue to go in the wrong direction.