Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Northwell Health revamping hospital food
When you think of hospital food, gourmet dining isn?t the first thing that comes to mind?but Northwell Health wants to change that. The healthcare system has partnered with Michelin-starred chefs, including Bruno Tison, to redefine hospital dining and bring restaurant-quality meals to patients. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg takes us inside the kitchen, where patients are getting a first-class dining experience from the comfort of their hospital beds.
When you think of hospital food, gourmet dining isn?t the first thing that comes to mind?but Northwell Health wants to change that. The healthcare system has partnered with Michelin-starred chefs, including Bruno Tison, to redefine hospital dining and bring restaurant-quality meals to patients. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg takes us inside the kitchen, where patients are getting a first-class dining experience from the comfort of their hospital beds.
What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease spread from animals to humans.
The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease spread from animals to humans.
Here's how many people say they've never had COVID
It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.
It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.
Unvaccinated adult dies after measles infection in New Mexico, health officials say
New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.
New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.
Putting down your phone could improve mental health: Study
A new study published in PNAS Nexus suggests that taking a break from mobile internet can significantly boost mental health, well-being, and focus. Researchers found that participants who disconnected from the web?but could still use calls and texts?reported improved attention spans and mental health benefits comparable to antidepressants. Fox 5?s Duarte Geraldino explores the findings.
A new study published in PNAS Nexus suggests that taking a break from mobile internet can significantly boost mental health, well-being, and focus. Researchers found that participants who disconnected from the web?but could still use calls and texts?reported improved attention spans and mental health benefits comparable to antidepressants. Fox 5?s Duarte Geraldino explores the findings.
Pope Francis’ health: Vatican provides update on Ash Wednesday
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and leads up to Easter on April 20.
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and leads up to Easter on April 20.
DJ Daniel, father say honor during President Trump's speech was a surprise
Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.
Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.
Warmer spring to trigger longer allergy season
Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.
Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.
As daylight saving time approaches, most Americans say they're ready to end it
Americans’ opinions about daylight saving time have changed dramatically in the last couple of decades.
Americans’ opinions about daylight saving time have changed dramatically in the last couple of decades.
Aging and health with Hal Rubenstein
Former fashion writer Hal Rubenstein joins Rosanna on Good Day New York to discuss his podcast and newsletter 'The Happy Grownup'
Former fashion writer Hal Rubenstein joins Rosanna on Good Day New York to discuss his podcast and newsletter 'The Happy Grownup'
Blood donor, whose ‘golden arm’ helped save 2.4 million babies, dies at 88
James Harrison made over 1,000 blood donations from age 18 until he was forced to retire at age 81.
James Harrison made over 1,000 blood donations from age 18 until he was forced to retire at age 81.
Measles cases confirmed in NJ, NY as US reports first death
As measles spreads nationwide, concerns are rising in the Tri-State Area, particularly with reported cases in New Jersey and New York City.
As measles spreads nationwide, concerns are rising in the Tri-State Area, particularly with reported cases in New Jersey and New York City.
These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
100-year-old man still has game at Dublin Bowl
At 100 years old, Joe Alvarez has still got game.
At 100 years old, Joe Alvarez has still got game.
Measles cases confirmed in New Jersey
Health officials in New Jersey have confirmed three measles cases, all linked to an unvaccinated child who recently traveled internationally. The latest infections come as the U.S. sees a rise in measles cases, with outbreaks reported in multiple states. FOX 5's Duarte Geraldino reports from Bergen County, where health experts warn of the highly contagious nature of the virus and stress the importance of vaccination.
Health officials in New Jersey have confirmed three measles cases, all linked to an unvaccinated child who recently traveled internationally. The latest infections come as the U.S. sees a rise in measles cases, with outbreaks reported in multiple states. FOX 5's Duarte Geraldino reports from Bergen County, where health experts warn of the highly contagious nature of the virus and stress the importance of vaccination.
SinuCleanse nasal wash system under voluntary recall due to microbial contamination
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Some nasal wash bottles are under a voluntary recall after testing positive for a microbial contamination that could lead to blood infections, according to the FDA.
Measles: Your questions answered
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
State health officials say the 2025 measles outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years. Here are some of the most common questions about the illness and the answers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
Texas child becomes first to die of measles in U.S. since 2015
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
Officials say the school-aged child was not vaccinated and was hospitalized in Lubbock last week after testing positive for measles. This is the first death in the U.S. caused by measles since 2015, according to the CDC.
Pharmacy firm cuts prices for popular weight-loss drug again
Eli Lilly is expanding the supply and cutting the costs of its weight-loss drug Zepbound, broadening access to more patients without insurance.
Eli Lilly is expanding the supply and cutting the costs of its weight-loss drug Zepbound, broadening access to more patients without insurance.