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Colon cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer. It's the second deadliest disease, but it's entirely preventable! A local man has been fighting it for years.
Colon cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer. It's the second deadliest disease, but it's entirely preventable! A local man has been fighting it for years.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:57:08 GMT
A local couple met on the Fourth of July several years ago. Now that they're planning their wedding, they're trying to re-spark the fireworks. How they plan to do that may surprise you, and it all has
A local couple met on the Fourth of July several years ago. Now that they're planning their wedding, they're trying to re-spark the fireworks. How they plan to do that may surprise you, and it all has
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Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena.
Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena. A group of children with autism, and others with chromosomal and mental disorders, is learning social interaction, physical endurance, and self assurance in the ice rink.
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Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
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A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most.
A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most. Both of them rely on a heart pump to keep them alive.
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
The 11th Annual Children at Risk Golf Classic, hosted by FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson, was a huge success! The event took place at The Woodlands Country Club on the tournament course.
The 11th Annual Children at Risk Golf Classic, hosted by FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson, was a huge success! The event took place at The Woodlands Country Club on the tournament course.
This FOX 26 Morning News Extra special focuses on everything alternative health. INSIDE: Watch all 9 segments.
This FOX 26 Morning News Extra special focuses on everything alternative health. INSIDE: Watch all 9 segments.
HOUSTON (FOX 26) -
What comes to mind when you think of orthopedic shoes? Probably not the word "stylish" but maybe you should think again.
I found some high heels and health shoes that are one in the same. Shocking right? Believe me, these are not your parent's orthopedics.
"We have men's diabetic shoes. We have women's diabetic shoes and then we have ones for more of the high fashionable female," says Podiatrist Dr. Gabriel Maislos at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital.
That's right: shoes that are healthy for the feet haven't always been pleasing on the eyes or the wardrobe.
"I never thought twice about orthopedic shoes until I started working and I was more on my feet and my feet started hurting," says 24-year old Kristin Foteh.
Foteh feared she would have to turn to ugly, old-fashioned footwear but she lost her painful pumps after finding Dr. Maislos and the entire stylish shoe store he has in his office.
"When people come back here and see the shoes they're shocked," says Dr. Maislos.
So Foteh stopped by to see the updated orthopedics.
"There's a catalog with all different types of shoes and I got these," Foteh says showing off her new stylish strappy black high-heel sandals which are also orthopedic shoes. "They look really good and they're very comfortable," she says.
"What we do is we take a scan of their feet, from there we determine where they have too much pressure," says Dr. Maislos.
After the fancy machine takes precise foot measurements specially-made pads are placed in the comfy cushion filled shoes.
"It's really soft and it has like what's called a memory foam just like NASA used to use. So it's great for shock absorption but the most important thing is it provides arch support," Dr. Maislos adds.
There are actually hundreds of these healthy shoes to choose from. The price range is roughly $130 to $180. The lining also helps fight fungus and kills bacteria. You can find Dr. Maislos and his shoes at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital at (713) 541-3199 or on-line at http://www.houstonfootankle.com/.
Who knew shoes that are so good for your feet could be so great for your outfit?
"It's like walking on pillows," smiles Foteh.
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