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The warning concerns infections in Texas and 11 other states from a drug-resistant strain of bacteria. Most were from users of the EzriCare brand of artificial tears. The maker has recalled it pending further investigation. Dr. Danielle Robertson, an ophthalmologist with UT Southwestern Medical Center, talks about this with ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôºâ€™s Sam Baker, beginning with the bacteria.
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Health officials said they will closely monitor possible infections following spring break, but masking is now largely optional in the Austin area.
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More than 30 million people wear contact lenses. Studies from the Centers for Disease Control say most users wear and maintain them incorrectly. Dr.…
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Sepsis is the body's overwhelming response to infection. It's potentially life-threatening, and recently killed actress Patty Duke. More than 200-thousand…
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The Centers for Disease Control says one of every 20 patients gets an infection during a hospital stay. In Fort Worth, a hospital is fighting that problem…
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North Texas is one of two dozen U.S. locations selected for the "Partnership for Patients" initiative. It's a public-private collaboration to improve…