Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
$5 billion project to build new children's health campus in Dallas
Kids and doctors help kick off construction of a new children's hospital in Dallas.
Dallas woman credits genetic testing for detecting breast cancer early
Armed with the knowledge her mom passed down to her, Laura Heims wants to encourage other women to talk to their OBGYNs about genetic testing. It could be a lifesaver -- like it was for her. The early detection made other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation unnecessary.
Spike in THC poisoning in children alarms Dallas County officials
A Dallas County Commissioner is trying to warn parents about a growing problem. Texas has seen an increase in THC poisonings among young children over the past few years.
Dallas County Commissioner addresses THC exposure and concerns
The Texas Poison Control Network says it has seen a nearly 500% increase in marijuana related calls over the last 5 years. Many of those calls involve children younger than 5-years-old.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
Ellen DeGeneres shares three recent health diagnoses during special
During Ellen DeGeneres' final Netflix special, the 66-year-old comedian opened up about her recent triple diagnosis as she got candid about aging.
'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
New college of nursing opens in Fort Worth
Leaders are hoping a new college of nursing that opens today in Fort Worth will help with a critical shortage in the profession.
UNTHSC opens new nursing college in Fort Worth
There’s a new option in Fort Worth for students interested in becoming a nurse.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Rising number of babies born with syphilis in Texas
Between 2017 and 2022 there has been a 400% increase in congenital syphilis cases in Texas.
Texas doctors concerned about rising number of babies born with syphilis
Between 2017 and 2022 there has been a 400% increase in congenital syphilis cases in Texas.
Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
Ways to make your pasta dishes healthier
Dietitian Meridan Zerner joins us at Good Day for ways to make your pasta dishes healthier.
Operation Lone Star leaders tout recent improvements for improving morale among National Guard troops
Securing the southern border is challenging for Texas National Guard troops both physically and, oftentimes, mentally. That's why state lawmakers are examining the impact Operation Lone Star is having on the health and well-being of troops assigned to the mission.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.