Eating a couple more apples (and broccoli florets, cucumbers, bananas or green beans) may really help keep the doctor away — especially for people with high blood pressure at risk for heart and kidney disease, according to new research.

As Houston faces a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, the city finds itself at a crucial point in managing the pandemic. Driven by new, highly transmissible variants, this recent increase in infections has reignited concerns about public health and safety. Here’s …

A recall of Boar’s Head meat linked with a listeria outbreak has been expanded to include 7 million additional pounds of products.

In Texas, nearly half of the population under the age of 18 is Latino, yet significant health disparities persist within this community. Despite high labor force participation, 29% of Latino children live in poverty, according to 2019 data. This economic …

Raise your hand if you've ever been on a diet. Go ahead, I am raising my hand with you. The battle of the bulge drives people to the gym in January, leads them to try all kinds of shakes, and …

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday a new $5 million initiative to offer seasonal flu vaccines to livestock workers in order to reduce the public health concern that a new version of the influenza virus could …

In celebration of National Wellness Month this August, Thompson Houston is excited to announce a transformative partnership with the Los Angeles-based Med Spa, Dripology. Recognized as a top hotel for "recovery" in the 2024 Men's Health Travel Awards, Thompson Houston …

Maintaining a healthy weight is a goal for many of us, but it doesn't have to mean giving up tasty treats or enduring flavorless meals. Contrary to popular belief, several foods are both satisfying and won't tip the scale in …

Years ago, some people would spend hours at Starbucks. Today, it’s a takeout counter. At many Starbucks locations, you’re lucky to find anyone sitting down.

The legendary Snoop Dogg, renowned hip-hop artist and savvy entrepreneur, is celebrating the first anniversary of his Dr. Bombay Ice Cream line this National Ice Cream Day with the launch of two delectable new flavors: Baked Blueberry Muffin and Peanut …

Harris Health has announced the resumption of appointments at its outpatient and clinic sites following a global information system outage caused by a Microsoft Windows software update glitch. While many services are back online, some network systems within Harris Health …

With a summer wave of Covid-19 infections sweeping the country, a timely new study has looked at the risk of getting long Covid and whether those odds have changed over time.

President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday, disrupting a key campaign event meant to shore up support with Latino voters at a critical juncture in the election.

Bud Light, formerly the top-selling beer in the United States, has had a tough year since a boycott upended the industry. It’s only getting worse: The brand has now fallen into third place.

Get ready, Houston! Doves Restaurant, a stunning new boutique dining concept, is set to open this month at 3101 Main Street in the bustling Midtown district. This chic establishment promises to redefine luxury dining with a unique blend of high-end …