Long-haul COVID-19 patients report improvement from vaccine
Some long haulers say the COVID-19 vaccine has helped improve their symptoms they couldn't shake for months after testing negative for the virus. Dr. Bela Patel, professor and director of critical care at McGovern Medical School at UT Health joins FOX 26 Houston to talk more about this.
Some long haulers say the COVID-19 vaccine has helped improve their symptoms they couldn't shake for months after testing negative for the virus. Dr. Bela Patel, professor and director of critical care at McGovern Medical School at UT Health joins FOX 26 Houston to talk more about this.
Mass COVID-19 vaccination sites supported by DOD pared down to 5
The Department of Defense is withdrawing from several mass COVID-19 vaccination centers where it was providing operational support, leaving personnel at only five as vaccination rates slow in many areas.
The Department of Defense is withdrawing from several mass COVID-19 vaccination centers where it was providing operational support, leaving personnel at only five as vaccination rates slow in many areas.
People line street for COVID-19 tests in China following delta variant outbreak
Mass COVID-19 testing sites have been underway since the outbreak of the delta coronavirus variant in southern China.
Mass COVID-19 testing sites have been underway since the outbreak of the delta coronavirus variant in southern China.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Slowed COVID-19 vaccinations endanger Biden’s July 4 goal
Dangling everything from sports tickets to a free beer, President Biden is looking for that extra something — anything — that will get people to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 shots.
Dangling everything from sports tickets to a free beer, President Biden is looking for that extra something — anything — that will get people to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 shots.
Nearly 100 second dose COVID-19 vaccines administered to Houston's Asian American community
The event was hosted by the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association (VCSA) which Teresa Trinh, president of the organization, says was to help make the vaccine more accessible for other members of Houston's Asian community.
The event was hosted by the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association (VCSA) which Teresa Trinh, president of the organization, says was to help make the vaccine more accessible for other members of Houston's Asian community.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee holds mobile COVID-19 vaccine drive!
Houston congresswoman Sheila Jackson lee hosted a mobile vaccine drive on Claiborne St. Saturday. It's part of President Biden's Month of Action to get more people vaccinated by July 4th. People were able to walk up and get their shot -- no appointment was necessary.
Houston congresswoman Sheila Jackson lee hosted a mobile vaccine drive on Claiborne St. Saturday. It's part of President Biden's Month of Action to get more people vaccinated by July 4th. People were able to walk up and get their shot -- no appointment was necessary.
US economy shows growth despite lacking enough workers, supplies
Barely more than a year after the coronavirus caused the steepest economic fall and job losses on record, the speed of the rebound has been so unexpectedly swift that many companies can’t fill jobs or acquire enough supplies to meet a pent-up burst of customer demand.
Barely more than a year after the coronavirus caused the steepest economic fall and job losses on record, the speed of the rebound has been so unexpectedly swift that many companies can’t fill jobs or acquire enough supplies to meet a pent-up burst of customer demand.
US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
559,000 Americans returned to work last month. That's an improvement from April's sluggish gain. The unemployment rate fell to 5.8% from 6.1% And while many analysts did expect the numbers to be a bit stronger, officials at the White House tell FOX 26 Houston it is still significant growth.
559,000 Americans returned to work last month. That's an improvement from April's sluggish gain. The unemployment rate fell to 5.8% from 6.1% And while many analysts did expect the numbers to be a bit stronger, officials at the White House tell FOX 26 Houston it is still significant growth.
COVID-19 Vaccine incentives and appointments in Harris County
Friday is Vaccine Awareness National Day of Action leading into a month of events and incentives to hit President Biden's goal of 70% of Americans with at least 1 shot in the arm by the 4th of July. companies, states, cities, the white house offering incentives, so Dr. Maria Rivera with Harris County Public Health is here to tell us what Houston has planned.
Friday is Vaccine Awareness National Day of Action leading into a month of events and incentives to hit President Biden's goal of 70% of Americans with at least 1 shot in the arm by the 4th of July. companies, states, cities, the white house offering incentives, so Dr. Maria Rivera with Harris County Public Health is here to tell us what Houston has planned.
How to deal with social anxiety at work
Anxiety is no joke, and Dr. Mariam Wahby with Memorial Herman Behavioral Services has some tips on how some can handle it better.
Anxiety is no joke, and Dr. Mariam Wahby with Memorial Herman Behavioral Services has some tips on how some can handle it better.
Could we see a fourth stimulus check? Where payments stand
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
May jobs report: US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
Texas saw a nearly 80 percent change in unemployment claims since 2020
As the fight against COVID-19 wages on, the U.S. has seen some remarkable progress, and according to WalletHub, this is most notable in the job market.
As the fight against COVID-19 wages on, the U.S. has seen some remarkable progress, and according to WalletHub, this is most notable in the job market.
Harris Co. students could win $5K scholarship for getting COVID-19 vaccine
Through a new raffle program, Harris County is providing scholarships to residents under the age of 18 who receive a COVID-19 vaccine from any Harris County Public Health vaccination site. Here's what you need to know.
Through a new raffle program, Harris County is providing scholarships to residents under the age of 18 who receive a COVID-19 vaccine from any Harris County Public Health vaccination site. Here's what you need to know.
Segregating those who have received the COVID-19 vaccine and who have not?
The divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated is already emerging across the country. And there may come a time when the two are separated by plexiglass - or even floors at offices. Or we may see 'vaccinated only' seats at stadiums - separate lines at theme parks. But is it the way to go and legal? John Bosco, an attorney with Brailey Brauer helps break it down for us.
The divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated is already emerging across the country. And there may come a time when the two are separated by plexiglass - or even floors at offices. Or we may see 'vaccinated only' seats at stadiums - separate lines at theme parks. But is it the way to go and legal? John Bosco, an attorney with Brailey Brauer helps break it down for us.
US unemployment claims drop to 385,000, another pandemic low
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Free incentives for the COVID-19 vaccine?
There seems to be a growing list of companies offering everything from beer to cash to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine. But are these helpful or harmful? Willa Friedman, a professor of Behavioral Economics at the University of Houston gives us her answer.
There seems to be a growing list of companies offering everything from beer to cash to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine. But are these helpful or harmful? Willa Friedman, a professor of Behavioral Economics at the University of Houston gives us her answer.
Shrinkflation: Prices increasing with product sizes decreasing
Have you been feeling ripped off lately when you go to the store? Not only are consumer prices increasing due to inflation, but product sizes could be decreasing. It's called "Shrinkflation" and Edward Dworsky, founder of consumerworld.org helps explain what that is.
Have you been feeling ripped off lately when you go to the store? Not only are consumer prices increasing due to inflation, but product sizes could be decreasing. It's called "Shrinkflation" and Edward Dworsky, founder of consumerworld.org helps explain what that is.
Moderna seeking full FDA approval & concerns over Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Right now, Moderna has emergency authorization for adults 18-years and up only. Now, it?s seeking full approval from the FDA; what that means for the vaccination efforts. Meanwhile, concerns remain high regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We catch up with Dr. Prathit Kulkarni. Assistant professor of medicine-infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine for more information.
Right now, Moderna has emergency authorization for adults 18-years and up only. Now, it?s seeking full approval from the FDA; what that means for the vaccination efforts. Meanwhile, concerns remain high regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We catch up with Dr. Prathit Kulkarni. Assistant professor of medicine-infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine for more information.