Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go
With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.
Second Dallas County resident dies from West Nile Virus amid 2024 outbreak
A second person has died from West Nile virus in Dallas County during the 2024 season, according to Dallas County Health and Human Services.
Arizona's famous 'Thanksgiving Grandma,' Wanda Dench diagnosed with cancer
Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.
What to know about shaken baby syndrome as a Texas man could be first in US executed over it
A Texas man this week could become the first person executed in the U.S. under a murder conviction tied to the diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome
WATCH: Duncanville officer saves unresponsive baby born in parking lot
Officer Anai Figueroa responded to a call over the radio about a woman who had just given birth in a gas station parking lot. When she found them, the baby wasn't breathing and was limp. That's when the officer jumped into action.
Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows
A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.
Dallas County launches its own dedicated opioid overdose prevention hotline
Compared to last year, opioid-related deaths are down. However, the evolution of fentanyl has created a new challenge for North Texas.
Demi Moore says ex Bruce Willis is in 'stable' health as he battles dementia
Demi Moore gave an update on ex-husband Bruce Willis' health while accepting an award at the 2024 Hamptons International Film Festival.
Family struggles to bring 'hero' father home after falling sick on European cruise
A Colorado family is working to bring their father back to the U.S. after he fell seriously ill during a European cruise.
The Colony Fire Department shows support for battalion chief battling kidney disease
Firefighters from The Colony came together for a special cornhole tournament on Sunday to show support for a battalion chief who recently discovered both of his kidneys are failing.
Whooping cough cases up more than 340% over this time last year
Cases fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are back on the rise now. Here's what to know about whooping cough and the Tdap and DTaP vaccines.
Doomscrolling costs us 3 days a month, survey finds
The average American spends six hours consuming some type of media every day, and there’s a correlation between excessive media scrolling and “very poor” mental health, a new survey reveals.
83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
Dallas ISD gives young, future medics hands-on experience with tools used by actual doctors
In class this week, students created human skin and wounds to learn how to do first aid on a playground injury. They also got to control a laparoscopic surgery simulator.
New study finds humanity nearing life expectancy limits
A new study reveals that humanity may be reaching the upper limits of life expectancy, with fewer improvements in longevity despite advances in medical technology and healthcare.
Is unpasteurized apple cider safe to drink? Here's what the FDA says
Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.
Air Force cadet's cause of death blamed on rare bacterial infection
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
Ultra-processed foods make up 60% of America’s diet, who's at biggest risk
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
'Absolutely tragic situation': Fort Worth releases police shooting video
Fort Worth police released body camera video showing parts of what happened during an officer-involved shooting that ended with a man’s suicide.
Kindergarten vaccine exemptions reach all-time high
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.