CDC recommends masks for many in Houston area: Check your county
The CDC recommends people wear masks indoors in public spaces regardless of vaccination status in counties with a “high” COVID-19 Community Level, which currently includes several in the Houston area. Here’s how to check your county.
The CDC recommends people wear masks indoors in public spaces regardless of vaccination status in counties with a “high” COVID-19 Community Level, which currently includes several in the Houston area. Here’s how to check your county.
EU urges second COVID-19 boosters for people ages 60 to 79
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
COVID-19 omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 could be ‘worst’ so far, doctors say
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
To boost or not to boost? Advice on second COVID-19 booster shots
Harris County has hit a new milestone in COVID-19 cases thanks to what may be the most contagious strain of the virus yet. The FDA is now recommending modifying booster shots to add more protection, So should you wait for the updated shot or go out and get it now?
Harris County has hit a new milestone in COVID-19 cases thanks to what may be the most contagious strain of the virus yet. The FDA is now recommending modifying booster shots to add more protection, So should you wait for the updated shot or go out and get it now?
New vaccine could protect against COVID-19 variants before they emerge
The vaccine works by using spike proteins from SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — and seven other related animal viruses with the potential to cause a pandemic in humans.
The vaccine works by using spike proteins from SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — and seven other related animal viruses with the potential to cause a pandemic in humans.
Houston, Harris County hits new milestone of 1 million confirmed COVID-19 cases
Dr. Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine says the latest wave of infections are likely caused by the new Omicron sub-variant, B-A.5. The CDC now considers it the dominant strain in the U.S.
Dr. Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine says the latest wave of infections are likely caused by the new Omicron sub-variant, B-A.5. The CDC now considers it the dominant strain in the U.S.
Houston, Harris County hits new milestone of 1 million confirmed COVID-19 cases
Dr. Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine says the latest wave of infections are likely caused by the new Omicron sub-variant, B-A.5. The CDC now considers it the dominant strain in the U.S.
Dr. Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine says the latest wave of infections are likely caused by the new Omicron sub-variant, B-A.5. The CDC now considers it the dominant strain in the U.S.
Republicans claim they can do better for household budgets
With many Texans worried about their financial future, Republicans have been quick to blame President Joe Biden's policies. For the current hardships. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke one-on-one with a GOP congressman making the case for change.
With many Texans worried about their financial future, Republicans have been quick to blame President Joe Biden's policies. For the current hardships. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke one-on-one with a GOP congressman making the case for change.
COVID-19 cases in Houston increase as virus continue mutating
Health officials believe we are currently experiencing another wave of the coronavirus. FOX 26's Natalie Hee shares more from experts.
Health officials believe we are currently experiencing another wave of the coronavirus. FOX 26's Natalie Hee shares more from experts.
COVID-19 endemic stage could be two years away
The coronavirus pandemic could last for nearly two more years before becoming an endemic according to new Yale research.
The coronavirus pandemic could last for nearly two more years before becoming an endemic according to new Yale research.
Pharmacists can prescribe COVID treatment drug Paxlovid, FDA says
The FDA change will make thousands more pharmacies eligible to quickly prescribe and dispense the pill, which has been shown to curb the worst effects of COVID-19.
The FDA change will make thousands more pharmacies eligible to quickly prescribe and dispense the pill, which has been shown to curb the worst effects of COVID-19.
COVID-19 levels climbing in Harris County
Dr. Peter Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine talks about COVID-19 cases in Harris County, subvariants, and vaccinations.
Dr. Peter Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine talks about COVID-19 cases in Harris County, subvariants, and vaccinations.
911 called to Chief Finner's home for 'disagreement' over his recent COVID-19 diagnosis
Officials say there was a disagreement over the Chief's recent diagnosis of COVID-19 but "there was no physical contact between the Chief or any family member.”
Officials say there was a disagreement over the Chief's recent diagnosis of COVID-19 but "there was no physical contact between the Chief or any family member.”
North Korea suggests balloons flown from South brought COVID-19
Activists for years have flown balloons across the border to distribute propaganda leaflets critical of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Activists for years have flown balloons across the border to distribute propaganda leaflets critical of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Dog adopted by Tennessee trooper who rescued her from extreme heat on side of highway
A Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper stepped in to help the dog, who he later named Princess. It was the beginning of a special friendship.
A Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper stepped in to help the dog, who he later named Princess. It was the beginning of a special friendship.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo tests positive for COVID-19
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced that she tested positive for COVID-19.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced that she tested positive for COVID-19.
Dr. Birx describes a White House divided on COVID response
Birx has projected that 130,000 Americans' lives could have been saved after the first wave of the pandemic if the federal government had implemented “optimal mitigation."
Birx has projected that 130,000 Americans' lives could have been saved after the first wave of the pandemic if the federal government had implemented “optimal mitigation."
Houston seeing another increase in COVID-19 cases
Cases of COVID-19 continue to rise here in Houston and surrounding areas, and the city's health department is calling the current level high. Dr. Thomas Giordano professor and Section Chief of Infectious Diseases at Baylor College of Medicine shares more with FOX 26 anchor Jonathan Martin.
Cases of COVID-19 continue to rise here in Houston and surrounding areas, and the city's health department is calling the current level high. Dr. Thomas Giordano professor and Section Chief of Infectious Diseases at Baylor College of Medicine shares more with FOX 26 anchor Jonathan Martin.
COVID-19 cases may be higher due to unreported at home testing kits
Despite COVID-19 fatigue, cases are spiking across the country. Doctor Danish Ali explains the reason behind the latest upward trend in cases.
Despite COVID-19 fatigue, cases are spiking across the country. Doctor Danish Ali explains the reason behind the latest upward trend in cases.
Houston PD Chief Troy Finner tests positive for COVID-19
“My symptoms are mild and I will spend the next several days isolating myself at home and getting some rest,” Chief Finner said. “I hope to be back to work soon.”
“My symptoms are mild and I will spend the next several days isolating myself at home and getting some rest,” Chief Finner said. “I hope to be back to work soon.”