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.
Keller 21-year-old receives life-saving kidney transplant
A Keller man with end stage renal disease got good news last week and received a kidney.
FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD
Federal health officials have declined to approve the psychedelic drug MDMA as a therapy for PTSD.
FDA approves neffy nasal spray as alternative to EpiPen
Neffy is the first needle-free alternative to shots like EpiPen.
Growing mpox outbreak could spur global emergency, health officials say
The risk of mpox spreading in the U.S. remains low, but the CDC has put health care providers on alert as infections surge in Africa.
COVID-19 falls to 10th leading cause of death in US, health officials reveal
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the cornonavirus was the nation’s third leading cause of death.
Heart attack risk could rise with artificial sweetener consumption, study finds
The study cites ‘significant concerns' about use of erythritol, common in keto diets, as industry groups says sugar substitutes are safe.
North Texas heart attack survivor shares frightening experience
A North Texas man originally from Germany is happy to be alive after he drove himself to Baylor Hospital in Irving while suffering a heart attack last month.
Listeria outbreak: 3rd death linked to Boar’s Head deli meat recall
So far about 7 million pounds of deli meats have been affected by the recall, which was issued in July.
EPA halts sale of pesticide DCPA due to risks to unborn babies
The EPA has halted the sale of the pesticide DCPA, citing significant risks to fetal development, including impaired brain development and low birthweight. This marks the first time in 40 years the agency has used its emergency authority to ban a pesticide.
'Star Wars' actor Daisy Ridley diagnosed with Graves' disease after blaming symptoms on 'stressful' role
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid.
Is playing chess a weight-loss hack?
Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.
Dallas County woman dies from West Nile virus
A woman from North Dallas died recently after contracting West Nile from mosquitoes.
Another North Texas couple comes forward as victims of alleged surrogacy escrow scam
The couple says even though they lost thousands of dollars, they still consider themselves lucky. The couple now has a healthy baby boy. But that's not the case for dozens of other families.
Surrogacy scandal: Houston escrow company owner allegedly made off with $10M+
A lawsuit alleges Dominique Side used the money meant for surrogates on personal expenses, including a lavish music recording studio, her music career and much more.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
West Nile virus a growing concern in Dallas County
People living in Dallas County need to take precautions to avoid mosquitos and the West Nile virus.