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.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 3:52 PM EDT2013-04-30 19:52:21 GMT
If you've tried and tried to get rid of stubborn fat, you're definitely not alone. No matter how healthy you eat and exercise, it can still be hard to get rid of those lingering pounds.
If you've tried and tried to get rid of stubborn fat, you're definitely not alone. No matter how healthy you eat and exercise, it can still be hard to get rid of those lingering pounds. A group of Harvard scientists came up with an idea to freeze away the fat.
Monday, April 29 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-04-29 21:40:41 GMT
A Houston-area doctor has a suggestion for anyone seeking a more youthful appearance. It involves a rough surface to remove the upper layers of the skin.
A Houston-area doctor has a suggestion for anyone seeking a more youthful appearance. It involves a rough surface to remove the upper layers of the skin.
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...
Only on FOX: A young Brazilian woman, who lives in Kingwood, is comfortable having her image flashed across TV screens and on magazine covers.
Only on FOX: A young Brazilian woman, who lives in Kingwood, is comfortable having her image flashed across TV screens and on magazine covers.
HOUSTON (FOX 26) -
Unpredictable, intense and potentially deadly: that pretty much sums up 2013's flu season. As we approach peak time, doctors are urging people to get their flu shot.
There are two types of vaccine, Baylor College of Medicine's Dr. Pedro Piedra said. One is administered in the arm and the other in the nose.
The Centers for Disease Control say most people will be protected by the vaccine, but it is possible you can still get sick.
"It may already be brewing in your body, not from the vaccine but because you've been exposed to it and so you see that a lot, especially during this time of the year," Piedra said.
That's why people are often afraid to get their flu shot. They are convinced it will trigger the actual flu, but doctors say that is definitely not the case.
What is possible is you could have trouble filling your prescriptions during one of the worst and most aggressive flu seasons.
"Let's say you go to a particular pharmacy and that particular day, they might be out of Tamiflu because there may be a lot of prescriptions," Piedra said.
He added Texas is one of 47 states where the flu is considered widespread.
Aside from sanitizing and wiping down commonly used areas or surfaces, doctors say your best bet is to get vaccinated, even if it means dealing with the common side effect of a sore arm.
"If you want to remain healthy, the vaccine is your best bet to getting infected with influenza."
The Food and Drug Administration is also reporting they've received reports of sporadic shortages of both the flu vaccine and flu treatment. Here in Houston, that is not the case.
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