Study: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine did not protect younger children well from Omicron
A local expert weighed in on new data suggesting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine may be less effective at preventing infection in children ages 5 up to 11.
A local expert weighed in on new data suggesting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine may be less effective at preventing infection in children ages 5 up to 11.
COVID-19 deaths, cases continue to fall around the world, WHO says
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
The number of new coronavirus cases reported globally dropped by 16% last week, marking a month-long decline in COVID-19 infections, according to figures from the World Health Organization.
Free at-home COVID-19 tests: U.S. households can order second round of kits next week
A second round of free at-home COVID-19 tests will be available for order at COVIDtests.gov starting next week.
A second round of free at-home COVID-19 tests will be available for order at COVIDtests.gov starting next week.
AAA: Traveler confidence rebounding in 2022 as COVID-19 cases drop
Based on the responses, AAA cites the boost in travel confidence is due to the COVID-19 vaccine, among other factors.
Based on the responses, AAA cites the boost in travel confidence is due to the COVID-19 vaccine, among other factors.
Hawaii to drop COVID-19 travel quarantine rules this month
Hawaii is the only U.S. state to implement a coronavirus quarantine program of this kind.
Hawaii is the only U.S. state to implement a coronavirus quarantine program of this kind.
Spring ISD moving to 'mask recommended' status starting on March 4
The Spring Independent School District has announced they will be transitioning their campuses regarding masks on campus and their facilities
The Spring Independent School District has announced they will be transitioning their campuses regarding masks on campus and their facilities
Aldine ISD to lift mask mandate on March 7
Aldine ISD says it will lift its mask mandate on Monday, March 7, “due to an ongoing decline in COVID-19 cases in the district, expanded vaccine eligibility for younger children and updated guidance from the CDC, state and local health officials.”
Aldine ISD says it will lift its mask mandate on Monday, March 7, “due to an ongoing decline in COVID-19 cases in the district, expanded vaccine eligibility for younger children and updated guidance from the CDC, state and local health officials.”
Pfizer shot offers nearly no protection against infection in 5- to 11-year-olds
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
Houston ISD to lift mask mandate on March 1
The Houston Independent School District will lift its mask mandate on March 1, and masks will become optional in schools, facilities and school buses.
The Houston Independent School District will lift its mask mandate on March 1, and masks will become optional in schools, facilities and school buses.
Russia-Ukraine updates: What to know as Ukrainian troops resist advance on key cities
There was a tense calm Monday in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, but explosions and gunfire were heard in embattled cities in eastern Ukraine as Russia's invasion met unexpectedly stiff resistance.
There was a tense calm Monday in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, but explosions and gunfire were heard in embattled cities in eastern Ukraine as Russia's invasion met unexpectedly stiff resistance.
State of COVID-19 in Houston as rodeo starts
Nearly 2 million people are expected to pass through Houston for the rodeo in the next three weeks. Houston Health Authority Dr. David Persse discusses the latest on COVID-19 in the city.
Nearly 2 million people are expected to pass through Houston for the rodeo in the next three weeks. Houston Health Authority Dr. David Persse discusses the latest on COVID-19 in the city.
Mayor: City of Houston employees, visitors no longer required to wear masks in city hall
Due to a decline in the COVID-19 positivity rate and more manageable hospitalizations, the face-covering requirement for city employees and visitors to city buildings has been dropped.
Due to a decline in the COVID-19 positivity rate and more manageable hospitalizations, the face-covering requirement for city employees and visitors to city buildings has been dropped.
Harris County COVID-19 threat level lowered to Level 2: Orange
The COVID-19 threat level in Harris County has been lowered to Level 2: Orange, as positive cases and COVID-19 ICU populations are decreasing.
The COVID-19 threat level in Harris County has been lowered to Level 2: Orange, as positive cases and COVID-19 ICU populations are decreasing.
Tackling the problem of illiteracy in children, made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic
A local organization trying to help the growing problem of illiteracy. FOX 26’s Rashi Vats looks into this issue in our ongoing series: Parent to Parent.
A local organization trying to help the growing problem of illiteracy. FOX 26’s Rashi Vats looks into this issue in our ongoing series: Parent to Parent.
Are we near the end of the COVID-19 pandemic?
Dr. Danish Ali explains where we are at in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Danish Ali explains where we are at in the COVID-19 pandemic.
A fourth COVID vaccine shot: Will it be necessary?
CDC data shows 92.6 million Americans have received a booster shot.
CDC data shows 92.6 million Americans have received a booster shot.
Expert weighs in on nasal spray that could possibly help fight COVID-19
With Mardi Gras in Galveston and the upcoming rodeo, people will be in crowded areas, and there might another tool to use to protect yourself from COVID-19. We asked a local medical expert about the product.
With Mardi Gras in Galveston and the upcoming rodeo, people will be in crowded areas, and there might another tool to use to protect yourself from COVID-19. We asked a local medical expert about the product.
Influential model finds 73% of US now immune to omicron
This winter's omicron wave in the U.S. also bolstered our defenses, leaving enough protection against the coronavirus that future spikes will likely require much less disruption to society.
This winter's omicron wave in the U.S. also bolstered our defenses, leaving enough protection against the coronavirus that future spikes will likely require much less disruption to society.
Changes to Houston area COVID-19 recommendations and rules expected soon
Harris County and Houston leaders are hinting at changes to current COVID-19 recommendations and rules within the area.
Harris County and Houston leaders are hinting at changes to current COVID-19 recommendations and rules within the area.
Aldine ISD to lift mask mandate on March 11
The Aldine Independent School District has announced they will be lifting their mask mandate before the district goes on Spring Break.
The Aldine Independent School District has announced they will be lifting their mask mandate before the district goes on Spring Break.