Houston parent concerned over schools reopening
Parents across the Houston area continue to be concerned with schools reopening in the near future. Especially those parents who have children with underlying health conditions.
City of Houston announces 'More Space' program to help restaurants
The City of Houston announced on Wednesday a new program to help restaurants accommodate more customers while maintaining social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Missouri City nursing home reporting 38 COVID-19 cases, 19 deaths
According to a release from the city, Fort Bend County said the cases were located at Paradigm at First Colony Nursing Home, located at 4710 Lexington Boulevard.
New study shows COVID-19 survivors losing their hair
As we learn more about COVID-19, doctors are finding severe symptoms can last long after someone tests negative for the virus. For instance, according to a new study many COVID-19 survivors are reporting losing their hair after battling the virus.
Study shows COVID-19 survivors are losing their hair
A new study is showing many COVID-19 survivors are reporting losing their hair after battling the virus. FOX 26's Damali Keith has more.
Houston parent concerned about sending her children to school amid COVID-19 pandemic
One Houston parent is worried about sending her three children to school amid the current COVID-19 pandemic. FOX 26's Natasha Geigel has more.
How Houston-area school districts plan to reopen for 2020-21 school year
What parents need to know about greater Houston-area school districts' back-to-school and reopening plans.
CDC: 15 people hospitalized after ingesting hand sanitizer that contained methanol
The CDC said 15 people were hospitalized after ingesting hand sanitizer that contained methanol, a chemical the FDA says is poisonous if ingested or absorbed through the skin.
Harris County recruits medical experts to advise voters on mail-in ballot
A new committee has formed in Harris County to ensure the safety of voters on Election Day in November.
Houston City Council approves additional $20M in rent relief
As Houstonians continue to suffer through the economic crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, city council unanimously approved a second round of rental relief.
Grieving family experiences funeral home delays
A Houston family is speaking out after dealing with COVID-19 related delays on their loved one's funeral.
The number of Coronavirus COVID-19 cases, deaths, recoveries in greater Houston area
Here is a county-by-county list of reported cases, deaths, and recoveries in the greater Houston area.
High school athletes fear shorter seasons, less college recruiting over coronavirus concerns this fall
For high school athletes, especially those who want to play in college, their futures are uncertain and opportunities limited.
NIH seeks COVID-19 patient volunteers to test safety, longevity of synthetic antibody treatment
The trial, titled ACTIV-3, is asking for patients who are currently being treated for the novel coronavirus at select hospitals around the world, according to the NIH.
Virgin Atlantic files for bankruptcy protection in U.S.
Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic airline is seeking protection from creditors as it tries to survive the pandemic that is slamming air travel.
‘Button Project’ allows children to see the smiling faces behind the masks at children’s hospitals
A new project displays medical staff’s smiling faces on buttons to reassure and comfort children who are visiting hospitals.
Japanese company’s ‘smart’ face mask translates wearer’s speech into 8 different languages
A robotics start-up in Japan has created a “smart mask” that is designed to facilitate international communication in a socially distanced society.
Over 200 protests held nationwide as nurses demand better protection amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Registered nurses who belong to National Nurses United and the California Nurses Association will hold more than 200 protests across the nation Wednesday -- including in Southern California -- to demand greater protections for health care providers and their patients.
Google Doodle tells users to ‘wear a mask, save lives’ in public service announcement
Google’s Aug. 5 doodle is serving as a friendly reminder of the importance of mask wearing amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Moderna details coronavirus vaccine pricing as orders roll in
Small COVID-19 vaccine doses could cost $32-$37.