No off-label prescribing COVID-19 vaccines to kids under 12: FDA
Physicians often use off-label prescribing when medical products are approved, a top FDA official said, but that it wouldn't be appropriate in this case.
Hawaii governor urges visitors to stay away
Hawaii’s governor asked that visitors and residents reduce travel to the islands to essential business only while the state struggles to control COVID-19 as the highly contagious delta variant spreads in the community.
Harris Co. Judge proposes $30M plan to bring more nurses to local hospitals
During Commissioners Court on Tuesday, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will propose $30 million in funding for hundreds of additional nurses to support hospitals amid the surge in COVID-19.
Fauci expects vaccine uptick, hopes pandemic control could come in spring 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he expects an uptick in vaccination rates following Pfizer’s full approval, and predicted that if enough people do get vaccinated, the country could see COVID-19 under control in the spring of 2022.
Fort Bend ISD School Board approves mask mandate for students, visitors
The Fort Bend Independent School District School Board announced late Monday night that a mask mandate will be put into place for all students and visitors.
Two weeks into school year, Spring Branch ISD hears public comment from parents
On Monday, parents of Spring Branch ISD students were able to voice their concerns during a scheduled school board meeting.
FDA's full approval of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine still won't change some people's mind to get the shot
In areas like Montgomery County, the vaccination rate for those eligible remains at 51%, while the positivity rate for those tested, stands at 22%.
Fort Bend ISD’s Pecan Grove Elementary School switching to virtual learning
Fort Bend Independent School District’s Pecan Grove Elementary School will be switching to virtual learning as data suggested a ‘significant impact’ to the campus due to COVID-19.
HISD will have Wraparound Specialist in every school for the first time. What is it and how will it help?
As the pandemic hits many people in different ways HISD is adding what's called a Wraparound Specialist to every campus for the first time ever to help students and family in every way possible.
Memorial Hermann closes three 24-hour emergency rooms due to COVID-19 surge
According to a release, the emergency rooms were closed at 5 p.m. on Monday, August 23.
NYC teachers, staff required to get COVID vaccine with no opt-out option
All New York City public school teachers and other staffers will have to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, officials said Monday.
Houston Independent School District one of many to begin classes Monday with a mask mandate
HISD, the largest school district in Texas, will require all students and staff members to wear face coverings at classes Monday. In addition, masks will be required at Channelview ISD, North Forest ISD, and Galveston ISD.
Texas Congressman Troy Nehls tests positive for COVID-19, encourages residents to get vaccinated
Texas Congressman for the 22nd District, Troy Nehls confirmed on social media he tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently experiencing moderate symptoms.
Mother honors son's only birthday wish and gets COVID-19 vaccine
A Houston woman, who now lives in Minnesota, says our report of a mother's dying wish to have her children get the COVID-19 vaccine, encouraged her to take the advice of family members and get the shot.
Houston ISD hosts phone bank as their virtual learning option application process starts
Thousands may be on edge as Houston ISD, the largest school district in Texas, start school Monday. Covid-19 is changing many procedures as students head back to the classroom. On Friday, the district hosted a phone bank to answer concerns.
Parents of 4 die from COVID-19, dying wish was for children to get vaccinated
"One of the last things she said before she was put on the ventilator to her sister was please get my children vaccinated."