Whooping cough cases soar in Texas, quadrupling last year's count
Provisional data shows the state has recorded more than 3,500 whooping cough cases through October 2025. This marks the second year in a row that Texas has seen a high, year-over-year increase in the highly contagious bacterial infection, prompting DSHS to issue a health alert.
Provisional data shows the state has recorded more than 3,500 whooping cough cases through October 2025. This marks the second year in a row that Texas has seen a high, year-over-year increase in the highly contagious bacterial infection, prompting DSHS to issue a health alert.
'To Be Like Me': Disability awareness program in NTX
A North Texas non-profit is dedicated to encouraging empathy, kindness and compassion through disability awareness programs. Founder Hollis Owens and leader Jonathan Rizzo joined Good Day to explain their mission.
A North Texas non-profit is dedicated to encouraging empathy, kindness and compassion through disability awareness programs. Founder Hollis Owens and leader Jonathan Rizzo joined Good Day to explain their mission.
Melatonin linked with higher heart failure rate in preliminary study
Long-term melatonin use was associated with a higher risk of heart failure, according to a preliminary study announced this week by the American Heart Association.
Long-term melatonin use was associated with a higher risk of heart failure, according to a preliminary study announced this week by the American Heart Association.
Recalled pasta meals linked to 6 deaths, 25 hospitalized in listeria outbreak, CDC says
The CDC reported deaths and illnesses in an ongoing listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat pasta products sold at some grocery stores. Here's what we know.
The CDC reported deaths and illnesses in an ongoing listeria outbreak related to ready-to-eat pasta products sold at some grocery stores. Here's what we know.
New research may have cracked the code to rapid, natural hair regrowth
A new, experimental serum shows promise in reversing baldness within 20 days. Here's how it works.
A new, experimental serum shows promise in reversing baldness within 20 days. Here's how it works.
Former NFL linebacker talks peace and mindfulness after injury
Former All-Pro NFL linebacker Keith Mitchell shares what it means to perform under extreme pressure but also the lessons he learned after suffering an injury that left him paralyzed for six months. He was forced to rebuild his life through yoga and meditation. He also shares more information on his book and foundation.
Former All-Pro NFL linebacker Keith Mitchell shares what it means to perform under extreme pressure but also the lessons he learned after suffering an injury that left him paralyzed for six months. He was forced to rebuild his life through yoga and meditation. He also shares more information on his book and foundation.
FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans begins today
The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.
The Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period for Obamacare, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for the 2026 plan year begins on Saturday.
Texas health care premiums may skyrocket next year
Health care costs are poised to climb for millions of Americans, and data shows costs for Texans will likely be well above the national average.
Health care costs are poised to climb for millions of Americans, and data shows costs for Texans will likely be well above the national average.
Promising cancer treatment using LED light and tin flakes kills skin and colon cancer cells in 30 minutes
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
Researchers at the UT Austin Portugal Program have developed what they say is a remarkable cancer treatment that combines LED light and tiny tin flakes to kill cancer cells while shielding healthy cells.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to cancerous chemical
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
Dallas cyclists gear up for annual marathon for cancer
Michael Martin, founder of The General's Guard, talks about the 29th annual Live Strong Challenge that raises money for cancer research and resources.
Michael Martin, founder of The General's Guard, talks about the 29th annual Live Strong Challenge that raises money for cancer research and resources.
Texas attorney general sues Tylenol maker over autism claims
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol claiming the company failed to warn customers about the risk of taking the drug during pregnancy.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol claiming the company failed to warn customers about the risk of taking the drug during pregnancy.
'When a parent has cancer': New resources for children
The National Breast Cancer Foundation recognizes that cancer affects the whole family... not just the patient. The now have a new initiative aimed to help children directly affected.
The National Breast Cancer Foundation recognizes that cancer affects the whole family... not just the patient. The now have a new initiative aimed to help children directly affected.
Gray hair could play surprising role in cancer defense, study suggests
Scientists reveal the stem cell stress response that links gray hair and melanoma.
Scientists reveal the stem cell stress response that links gray hair and melanoma.
Frisco mosquitos test positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes collected in Frisco tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) this week, city officials announced.
Mosquitoes collected in Frisco tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) this week, city officials announced.
More than 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication recalled: See the list
The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.
The FDA has issued a recall of over 140,000 bottles of cholesterol medication due to "failed dissolution specifications." Here's the list.
American Diabetes Association: Symptoms to be aware of
Next month is Diabetes Awareness Month and the American Diabetes Association is working to educate people on symptoms, treatment and prevention.
Next month is Diabetes Awareness Month and the American Diabetes Association is working to educate people on symptoms, treatment and prevention.
Breast cancer fundraiser walk kicks off in Dallas
The Susan G. Komen walk kicks off in Dallas! Here's what to know about the 60 mile walk.
The Susan G. Komen walk kicks off in Dallas! Here's what to know about the 60 mile walk.
Breast cancer fundraiser, 3-day walk kicks off
A big event to raise money to fight breast cancer starts Friday morning. FOX 4's Tisia Muzinga is in Downtown Dallas with more on the Susan G. Komen 3-day walk.
A big event to raise money to fight breast cancer starts Friday morning. FOX 4's Tisia Muzinga is in Downtown Dallas with more on the Susan G. Komen 3-day walk.