Unvaccinated adult dies after measles infection in New Mexico, health officials say
New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.
New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.
Rabid raccoon alert: Resident bitten in Cumming
A raccoon captured along Castleberry Road in Cumming has tested positive for rabies, as confirmed by Forsyth County Animal Services.
A raccoon captured along Castleberry Road in Cumming has tested positive for rabies, as confirmed by Forsyth County Animal Services.
Trump cuts to US medical research could slow breakthroughs, scientists warn of risks to patients
Scientists warn that Trump’s cuts to US medical research could slow life-saving treatments, delaying breakthroughs in cancer, neurological disorders, and other critical care.
Scientists warn that Trump’s cuts to US medical research could slow life-saving treatments, delaying breakthroughs in cancer, neurological disorders, and other critical care.
Dysentery outbreak in Oregon leaves at least 40 sickened: What to know
The illness is mostly spread from person to person, and no specific “origin” has been pinpointed for the outbreak.
The illness is mostly spread from person to person, and no specific “origin” has been pinpointed for the outbreak.
Drugmaker cuts Wegovy prices in half for cash-paying consumers
Patients must be prescribed the medication.
Patients must be prescribed the medication.
Emory University announces hiring freeze after changes to federal funding
Emory University has announced a hiring freeze in response to federal funding changes for scientific research.
Emory University has announced a hiring freeze in response to federal funding changes for scientific research.
Pope Francis’ health: Vatican provides update on Ash Wednesday
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and leads up to Easter on April 20.
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and leads up to Easter on April 20.
DJ Daniel, father say honor during President Trump's speech was a surprise
Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.
Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.
Warmer spring to trigger longer allergy season
Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.
Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.
Excessive screen time linked to manic symptoms in kids, study finds
A new study is linking excessive screen time to increased manic symptoms in adolescents. Here's what you need to know.
A new study is linking excessive screen time to increased manic symptoms in adolescents. Here's what you need to know.
As daylight saving time approaches, most Americans say they're ready to end it
Americans’ opinions about daylight saving time have changed dramatically in the last couple of decades.
Americans’ opinions about daylight saving time have changed dramatically in the last couple of decades.
Apalachee High School forms partnership to support students, teachers
Apalachee High School officials have announced a new partnership aimed at providing mental health support for both students and staff.
Apalachee High School officials have announced a new partnership aimed at providing mental health support for both students and staff.
Mom of Archer football player who died on the field honors his memory with AED donation
The mother of a former student athlete who died from sudden cardiac arrest makes a lifesaving donation to a local high school.
The mother of a former student athlete who died from sudden cardiac arrest makes a lifesaving donation to a local high school.
Blood donor, whose ‘golden arm’ helped save 2.4 million babies, dies at 88
James Harrison made over 1,000 blood donations from age 18 until he was forced to retire at age 81.
James Harrison made over 1,000 blood donations from age 18 until he was forced to retire at age 81.
Having daughters may be good for your health
A new study found that dads with daughters tend to live longer, and the more daughters a father has, the longer he is likely to live. The FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joined Buck Lanford to take a closer look at the study.
A new study found that dads with daughters tend to live longer, and the more daughters a father has, the longer he is likely to live. The FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joined Buck Lanford to take a closer look at the study.
Heart Month: Overcoming heterotaxy to help newborns thrive
Beka Ramsey was born with heterotaxy, leading to a heart defect that required two surgeries before her first birthday.
Beka Ramsey was born with heterotaxy, leading to a heart defect that required two surgeries before her first birthday.
These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
100-year-old man still has game at Dublin Bowl
At 100 years old, Joe Alvarez has still got game.
At 100 years old, Joe Alvarez has still got game.
SinuCleanse nasal wash system under voluntary recall due to microbial contamination
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Measles: Your questions answered
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.