HEALTH

May 22 2026HEALTH

Weight loss helps but doesn't stop diabetes for all, research shows

A long study tracked 190 adults at risk of Type 2 diabetes for over a decade. They tried a two-year lifestyle program where people lost and kept off weight. But some still developed diabetes years later. The key difference? Their bodies handled sugar in different ways. Researchers split participant

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May 22 2026HEALTH

When Safety Rules Clash With Grief: Congo’s Ebola Battle on Two Fronts

In a small town in northeast Congo, a community’s grief turned into anger when police fired warning shots and tear gas to stop a burial dispute. The problem started after a local footballer, suspected of dying from Ebola, was taken to a hospital. His family refused to follow safety rules for burying

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May 22 2026POLITICS

Changes in U. S. Healthcare Group Raise Questions About Science and Policy

The U. S. Preventive Services Task Force, a key group that decides which health screenings insurers must cover for free, just lost two of its leaders. They were let go without clear reasons, leaving many confused. The group has been shrinking for over a year, with meetings becoming rare and members

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Health checks for World Cup fans as diseases spread globally

When the World Cup kicks off in 2026, North Texas will host soccer fans from every corner of the planet. But along with excitement comes a less talked-about concern: diseases that travelers might bring with them. Right now, Africa is facing an Ebola outbreak, while Argentina has seen more hantavirus

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May 22 2026CRIME

Two teens with troubled pasts behind mosque shooting in San Diego

Eighteen-year-old Caleb Vazquez left a mental health facility the morning before he and a 17-year-old partner carried out a deadly shooting at a San Diego mosque, leaving three people dead. Police had previously flagged Vazquez after a welfare check at his home last year, following a 911 call about

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May 22 2026CRIME

Crackdown on Minnesota health care scams: Over $90 million in taxpayer funds misused

Across Minnesota, 15 individuals now face serious charges after allegedly diverting more than $90 million in public health care funds. Federal authorities say the fraud unfolded through multiple programs meant to support people with disabilities, children needing autism care, and families struggling

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Why some people are still getting the flu in late spring

Late spring usually means warmer weather and fewer sniffles, but this year a surprising number of people in North Texas are still getting the flu. Health officials say cases are rising when they normally drop off. One man, Jeremy Gomez, thought his allergy was flaring up at first. His voice changed,

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May 21 2026CELEBRITIES

Hope and Support Shine Through a Tough Time

A woman who has been close to a famous golfer shared that she is battling breast cancer and is now working with doctors on treatment. She posted a short note on a popular photo‑sharing app, saying she had recently been diagnosed and would keep her family, friends and children by her side. The

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May 21 2026HEALTH

Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s Health Declines, Doctors Struggle to Stabilize

The Thai Royal Palace announced that Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s condition has deteriorated because of several infections affecting different organs. She is 47 and the eldest daughter of King Vajiralongkorn. The princess was first admitted to a hospital in December 2022 after she fainted due to a h

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May 21 2026CRIME

Doctor Convicted for $45M Medicare Botox Scam

A California physician has been found guilty of filing false Medicare claims that totaled about $45 million. The case involves a doctor who ran a cosmetic clinic in Glendale and claimed that patients needed Botox for chronic migraines, even though most received the treatment for purely cosmetic r

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