Texas hospitals spent $121.8M treating people in U.S. illegally last November, report shows
A new report shows that in Nov. 2024 Texas hospitals spent $121.8 million on health care for people in the country illegally.
Walgreens will pay up to $350M for filling illegal opioid prescriptions, DOJ says
Walgreens will pay up to $350 million for illegally filling millions of illegal opioid prescriptions as part of a settlement with the DOJ.
Eli Lilly's new GLP-1 weight loss pill showed success in clinical trial
A daily weight loss pill being tested by Eli Lilly could work as well as its GLP-1 injection counterparts like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound, a clinical trial shows.
Trump executive order targets prescription drug prices
The order calls for lowering the price of insulin for low-income patients or people who are uninsured, as well as lowering the price of injectable epinephrine.
Lubbock public health director speaks on recent measles death
FOX 4 spoke with Lubbock Public Health Director Katherine Wells about the area that has been hit hardest in this outbreak.
Candida auris, a deadly fungus, is on the rise in hospitals, senior facilities
Cases of Candida auris, a dangerous, drug-resistant fungus, are rising in hospitals and senior care centers across the U.S.
Blue Cross Blue Shield reaches agreement to keep dozens of North Texas hospitals in-network
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas reached new agreements that will keep Texas Health Resources and UT Southwestern hospitals, facilities and providers in its network.
Number of Americans struggling to pay medical bills reaches new high
A new Gallup study shows a record number of Americans—especially lower-income, Black, and Hispanic adults—are unable to pay for needed healthcare or medication, revealing deepening disparities.
Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage ended for dozens of North Texas hospitals
Blue Cross Blue Shield has dropped Texas Health Resources and the UT Southwestern System hospitals from its coverage network.
Terri Schiavo: 20 years after her death, her case still shapes end-of-life debates
Twenty years after Terri Schiavo’s death, her case remains a pivotal moment in the national debate over end-of-life care.
UT Arlington launches mobile simulation lab with high-tech mannequins to bolster rural healthcare training
The high-tech mannequins can have realistic injuries. One of them even simulates childbirth and other obstetric emergencies. They can also respond to questions from nurses.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign
Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.
Former Arlington ISD student credits PE teacher for CPR skills that saved dad's life 7 years later
Starla Smith, a former Arlington ISD junior high coach, taught CPR to Stacy Stephens at 12 years old. Little did Stacy know she'd be using it 7 years later to save her dad's life. "I knew what to do."
What is the childhood vaccine schedule? A look at immunizations by age
The immunization schedule protects against 14 potentially serious diseases before a child’s second birthday, as recommended by the CDC.
Dallas school, hospital team up to offer hands-on education in medical field
On Wednesday, Uplift Heights Healthcare Institute students got a hands-on opportunity to learn about respiratory care and how to perform ultrasounds.
Frisco 9-month-old baby survives near-death experience with flu: 'His heart stopped'
Avery Ash's parents are thanking their instincts for getting the help their baby needed while battling the flu. He went into cardiac arrest and stopped breathing before being revived. "It was the worst 15 minutes of any parent's life."
Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Measles outbreaks: Here's who should get a booster shot
As public health officials monitor a rise in U.S. measles cases, some may be wondering if they need a booster vaccine to protect themselves.
Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order
A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.