Eric Baggerman News Today

According to the Nueces County Health Department, local doctors had reported just over 800 flu cases the week before Christmas alone.

Amistad Health CEO Dr. Eric Baggerman said changes in temperature do make it easier for viruses to replicate, though.

Most parents want to teach their children healthier lifestyles, but between busy schedules, and trying to find a 'quick' dinner some say it's difficult.

"If you are concerned about how a child is doing, or yourself, it's a time to be evaluated," he said.

Amistad Pediatrician wants parents to understand potential burn risk during constant high temperatures

People on medications and with underlying health conditions must do their best to protect themselves from the heat.

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers and parents about the misuse of the over-the-counter allergy medicine, Benadryl. 

A warning has been put out by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the prescription drug benzonatate.

The dip in temperatures the week in the Coastal Bend is making some people say, “It’s Caldo season”.

They're prime targets waiting at the bus stop after all the rain we've had the Coastal Bend for the last few weeks.