Here's How Some Medications Can Increase Your Risk Of Heat-Related Illness

Health officials warn some medications can put you at a greater risk of suffering from a heat stroke if you're outside too long.

First human West Nile Virus case this season confirmed in Dallas

Dallas County Health and Human Services reported that a resident of Dallas County has been diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease

New Study Finds PFAS "Forever Chemicals" In Drinking Water From 45% Of Faucets Across U.S.

Almost half of the United States tap water is estimated to have one or more PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," according to a new study.

Dallas Police Officer Collapses, Dies After Returning Home From Shift

Police said an apartment employee and responding officers performed CPR on the officer while waiting for Dallas Fire Rescue to arrive.

West Nile Virus presence confirmed in Dallas County mosquitoes

Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) confirmed that a mosquito pool was found to be positive for the West Nile virus.

Hope Cottage unveils plan for new maternal health clinic in Dallas

Hope Cottage and HHM Health collaborate for new maternal health clinic

Officials Say New Heated Helipad At Texas Health Plano Will 'Save Lives'

Texas Health Plano is celebrating a new helipad that'll be heated for those icy North Texas days in the winter.

North Forney HS Student Saves Classmate's Life With Heimlich Maneuver

A routine day turned out to be anything but for North Forney High School junior Charles Atwood.

North Texas Psychiatrist Traveled To Site Of Turkey-Syria Earthquake To Help Survivors With Mental Health Struggles

For the past two weeks, a local psychiatrist was on the ground, helping survivors with their mental health.

Suspicious Skunk In Grapevine Tests Positive For Rabies Virus

A skunk sighting in Grapevine earlier this week is a reminder of how important it is to keep your pets' vaccinations up to date.

American Heart Month: Local Doctor Shares What 3 Conditions Women Should Know About

Dr. James Herd, the chief medical officer at Baylor Scott and White All Saints, says there are three conditions everyone should know about.

Couple Sues Fort Worth Fertility Clinic For Using The Wrong Sperm In IVF Procedure

"How could this happen?" said Tommy Hastings, one of the Bryans' attorneys.

Fighting Oak Wilt, The Fungus Devastating Trees Across North Texas

The fungus kills about 80% of the live oaks it infects. Red and Shumard oaks are the most susceptible and almost never survive.

North Texas Nonprofit Donates Hundreds Of AEDs To Organizations, Schools

Beginning CPR and having quick access to an AED can save lives.

Children's Medication Shortage Causes Drug Stores To Limit Purchases Amid "Tripledemic"

"In this holiday season, we have three problems. We have RSV, influenza and COVID-19," pediatrician Dr. Ilan Shapiro told CBS News.

XBB Variant's Arrival Won't Cause A New Deadly COVID Surge, Officials Hope

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed Friday it is now tracking a new COVID-19 variant of concern around the U.S.

Doctors Urge Prevention As Trifecta Of Flu, RSV, & COVID-19 Fills ERs

"I think it's important for people to realize that things are really bad out there right now," says Jeffrey Kahn, MD.

Doctors Urge North Texans To Get Flu Shots As Cases Surge Especially Among Kids

At Texas Star Pharmacy in Plano, pharmacist Josh Keller says he's seen a steady stream of people coming in for the flu shot.

Aerosol Products At Higher Risk For Benzene, Says Scientist Who Spurred Recalls

"Benzene is such a bad molecule — it's at the very top of the FDA's list of 70-some solvents not to use," Light told CBS MoneyWatch.

'Groundbreaking Development' Extra-Strength Flu Shot Available For Older Americans

When Sharon Milam learned that anyone over age 65 can now receive an extra-strength flu shot, she didn't hesitate.

Abbott Recalls More Baby Formula Over Faulty Bottle

Abbott is recalling some formulas for infants and kids because the bottles may have defective caps and not seal completely, and can spoil.

Hydropanels Help Small Dallas County Community Get Reliable Drinking Water

Now, thanks to new technology, things are finally changing.

Fort Worth Police Seek Man Who Robbed, Assaulted Subway Worker

Now investigators are asking for the public's help identifying and finding the suspect.

Richardson Man Finally Home After 10-Month Long Battle With COVID-19

For most of his life, Phil Hollen has been the definition of healthy.

Dallas County Declares Health Emergency As Monkeypox Cases Continue To Rise

"The trend of monkeypox cases continues to go up, so we are alerting the community," spokesperson Christian Grisales said.

Dallas Police Looking For Man Who Stole $8,000 In Musical Equipment From Church

A man took nearly $8,000 in musical equipment from Iglesia Gracia Divina, located at 2527 W. Colorado Boulevard.

HHM Health Provides Hundreds With Free Supplies At Back To School Fair

HHM Health provided such much-needed relief by handing out free items at their back to school fair.

9 Dead In 3 Weeks From Heat-Related Illness In Tarrant County

A release sent by the Tarrant County medical examiner said the summer monitoring time frame for heat-related deaths began on May 1, 2022.

Texas Receives Shipment Of 14,000 Doses Of Monkeypox Vaccine

Health officials immediately forwarded 5,120 doses to Dallas County Health and Human Services.

Crews Treating For Poisonous Water Hemlock At White Rock Lake

Spotted growing along the shoreline at Dallas' White Rock Lake? Poisonous water hemlock.

Dallas County Health And Human Services Provides Vaccinations For The Upcoming School Year

"It was a very very simple process," one parent said. "[The kids] really need them so [they] don't get any complications or any diseases."

More Parents Seeking Birth Control For Younger Patients, Fort Worth Doctor Says

Increasingly, though, it is something they bring up with her.

More Parents Seeking Birth Control For Younger Patients, Fort Worth Doctor Says

"It was a little disconcerting at first in September when I started having parents be like, 'So... Senate Bill 8,'" she said chuckling.

Daddyland Attendees Possibly Exposed To Monkeypox: Officials

An out-of-state visitor attending the Daddyland Festival in Dallas has a confirmed case of monkeypox, according to health officials.

The Fight Against Diabetes Is Personal For These Cowboys Hall Of Famers

Former Cowboys safety Cliff Harris says, "my Dad was a type 1 diabetic and he lost his vision to diabetes."

Odessa Residents Allowed To Drink Tap Water Again

The city said taps in 165,000 homes and businesses lost pressure or went completely dry after a 24-inch main broke Monday afternoon.

Texas Game Wardens Say To Keep An Eye On Younger Swimmers In Lakes

In the past three days, there have been two drownings in North Texas lakes.

Dallas County Reports First Monkeypox Case

The resident traveled to Mexico in the past month, where there are reported monkeypox cases, DCHHS said in a release.

Denton County Public Health Confirms Rabies Case In Krum

"Rabies is a rare disease in domestic pets, but if contracted, almost always a fatal condition in humans," stated Dr. Matt Richardson.

Officials Give Water Safety Tips For Memorial Day Weekend

For some, hanging out on the water has become a tradition. Stanley Ransom goes fishing every year at the marina.