Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and U.S.

Spectrum Local News Health 5/1 2:29A Associated Press

North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases.

Houston, Dallas rank among worst in U.S. for ozone pollution, air quality report reveals

Spectrum Local News Health 4/30 6:15A Christine Sanchez

Almost half of the U.S. population lives with “unhealthy” levels of harmful air pollution, a report from the American Lung Association reveals.

First confirmed case of measles in Dallas-Fort Worth child, health officials say

Spectrum Local News Health 4/23 9:48A Kaila Garrett

There has been a confirmed case of the measles involving a student at Willow Spring Middle School, according to Collin County Health Care Services.

Spring allergies are back. Here's how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing

Spectrum Local News Health 4/19 5:14A Associated Press

The severity of your allergies can depend on where you live, what you’re allergic to and your lifestyle.

Bird flu detected in 4 mammal species in Texas Panhandle

Spectrum Local News Health 4/17 4:36A Christine Sanchez

The virus was found in foxes, raccoons, striped skunks and domestic cats in six counties.

RFK Jr.'s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officials

Spectrum Local News Health 4/16 2:36A Associated Press

Kennedy has not been regularly briefed in person on the outbreak by his own infectious disease experts at the CDC at least through March 21.

Study: Austin among top healthiest cities in U.S., other Texas cities lag behind

Spectrum Local News Health 4/15 6:30A Kaila Garrett

Several Texas cities ranked near the bottom of the list of the healthiest cities to live in America, except for Austin, Texas.

Measles exploded in Texas after stagnant vaccine funding. New cuts threaten the same across the...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/13 3:41A Associated Press

Immunization programs nationwide have been left stagnant and this helped set the stage for the measles outbreak and fueled its spread.

Texas measles outbreak includes multiple cases at a day care in Lubbock

Spectrum Local News Health 4/8 5:10A Associated Press

Case count and hospitalization numbers in Texas have climbed steadily since the outbreak began.

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

Lamar County reports 4 measles cases linked to West Texas outbreak

Spectrum Local News Health 3/14 4:11A Christine Sanchez

The individuals had traveled to Gaines County, health officials say.

Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

Spectrum Local News Health 3/13 4:13A Associated Press

The Senate Health Committee announced Thursday morning that it was canceling a planned hearing on Weldon's nomination because of the withdrawal.

Top U.S. health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees

Spectrum Local News Health 3/9 4:46A Associated Press

The offer is part of President Donald Trump’s government cuts. The workers have until 5 p.m. on Friday to submit a response.

West Texas reports nearly 200 measles cases. New Mexico is up to 30

Spectrum Local News Health 3/7 8:39A Associated Press

Most of the cases across both states are in people younger than 18 and people who are unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status.