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
Friday, May 17 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:36:10 GMT
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.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:46:30 GMT
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.
Monday, May 6 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:32:50 GMT
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.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:45:17 GMT
Studies show at least 80 percent of women have cellulite. It's just a fancy name for lumps of fat that push against tissue under the skin, but most women say there's nothing fancy about having it.
Studies show at least 80 percent of women have cellulite. It's just a fancy name for lumps of fat that push against tissue under the skin, but most women say there's nothing fancy about having it.
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) -
Regardless of how you feel about the Affordable Care Act, President Barack Obama's most controversial accomplishment is certain to impact lives, some a great deal more than others.
For much of her adult life, Jessica Stewart has delivered a great deal of caring and received precious little in return. Because of a chronic heart condition, the therapist for special-needs children has traveled to the brink of death and back.
"I'm not looking for sympathy. I just want people to be aware that this is real, that this happens," said Stewart.
Eight years ago, at the age of 21, Jessica suffered a heart attack, the first menacing sign that absent effective treatment, her life would slip away far earlier than most.
She quickly learned it was the kind of care she couldn't get without health insurance.
"I have pre-existing conditions," explained Jessica.
Jessica continued serving deeply challenged kids, even after spiking blood pressure and chest pain returned. Emergency trips to the hospital always resulted in minimal treatment and rapid discharge.
"When you don't have insurance, they don't tell you much. They say it is what it is and go home pretty much," said Jessica.
Not yet 30, Jessica has already survived four full-blown heart attacks and a mild stroke, the latest just three months ago.
"There was times I was afraid to go to sleep at night. That is when a lot of heart attacks happen," said Jessica, her voice cracking with emotion.
On Sept. 1, rescue arrived.
"Through the Obama administration, I received health insurance for people with pre-existing conditions," said Jessica with a smile. "I was so happy. I couldn't put words to it. It's something a lot of Americans have, but for somebody like me who didn't have it for so long and needed it, it was like, wow! I definitely don't take it for granted."
For her, the outcome of Tuesday's election became a matter of life and potential death.
"Romney made it perfectly clear that if he won he was on day one going to take that away and people don't understand, that affects me," said Jessica.
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