Salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats sickens dozens: CDC
Salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats have been reported in 17 states, sickening dozens and hospitalizing at least 12 people, the CDC said.
Salmonella outbreaks linked to Italian-style meats have been reported in 17 states, sickening dozens and hospitalizing at least 12 people, the CDC said.
US troops must get COVID-19 vaccines ASAP, Pentagon says
Military troops must immediately begin to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo Wednesday, ordering service leaders to “impose ambitious timelines for implementation.”
Military troops must immediately begin to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo Wednesday, ordering service leaders to “impose ambitious timelines for implementation.”
Krispy Kreme sweetens deal by offering another free doughnut to vaccinated customers
Krispy Kreme announced the “Show Your Heart” promotion Wednesday, which will allow customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccine card can receive an original glazed doughnut, as well as a heart-shaped treat.
Krispy Kreme announced the “Show Your Heart” promotion Wednesday, which will allow customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccine card can receive an original glazed doughnut, as well as a heart-shaped treat.
J&J COVID-19 booster shot generates 'robust' antibody response, company says
Johnson & Johnson said new data support a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine eight months after inoculation, showing a 9-fold antibody level increase.
Johnson & Johnson said new data support a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine eight months after inoculation, showing a 9-fold antibody level increase.
Parents fight against mask mandates
Despite the current surge in COVID-19 cases and the lack of vaccines for children under the age of 12, parents across the country are fighting against mask mandates for the new school year. A few from the Houston area joined The Factor Uncensored to explain why they feel the mandates are an infringement on their freedoms and personal choice as parents.
Despite the current surge in COVID-19 cases and the lack of vaccines for children under the age of 12, parents across the country are fighting against mask mandates for the new school year. A few from the Houston area joined The Factor Uncensored to explain why they feel the mandates are an infringement on their freedoms and personal choice as parents.
Houston-area 4th grader participating in Moderna pediatric COVID-19 vaccine trial
9-year-old Marcelo Lopez is one of thousands of kids across the US now participating in Moderna’s pediatric COVID vaccine trial.
9-year-old Marcelo Lopez is one of thousands of kids across the US now participating in Moderna’s pediatric COVID vaccine trial.
Local researchers working on COVID-19 vaccine for children
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee has more on what some local researchers are doing to help in the fight against COVID-19.
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee has more on what some local researchers are doing to help in the fight against COVID-19.
Pilot program seeks to improve police officer wellness in Houston
The murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police was one of several incidents that prompted nationwide calls for police reform. In Houston, a pilot program is making those changes in an unexpected way.
The murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police was one of several incidents that prompted nationwide calls for police reform. In Houston, a pilot program is making those changes in an unexpected way.
Battling cancer and unable to get vaccine, teacher dies from COVID-19 complications
Kelly Peterson was being treated for leukemia and had a compromised immune system. Her doctor decided the vaccine may be too hard on her body and suggested she wait, but despite wearing a mask, she became infected with COVID-19 and died. Her family hopes Kelly's story will inspire others to get vaccinated.
Kelly Peterson was being treated for leukemia and had a compromised immune system. Her doctor decided the vaccine may be too hard on her body and suggested she wait, but despite wearing a mask, she became infected with COVID-19 and died. Her family hopes Kelly's story will inspire others to get vaccinated.
COVID-19 vaccines prevented nearly 140,000 US deaths, NIH study says
The National Institute of Health conducted a study that found if it weren’t for the COVID-19 vaccines, the virus could have killed nearly 140,000 more people in the U.S.
The National Institute of Health conducted a study that found if it weren’t for the COVID-19 vaccines, the virus could have killed nearly 140,000 more people in the U.S.
Daily new COVID-19 cases in US near 230,000, Johns Hopkins says
Data collected by Johns Hopkins University on Aug. 24 shows the U.S. recorded nearly 230,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours.
Data collected by Johns Hopkins University on Aug. 24 shows the U.S. recorded nearly 230,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours.
Pfizer CEO says COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant likely to emerge
Pfizer CEO said the company believes a COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant will likely one day emerge, though said a system is in place to quickly turn around a variant-specific jab.
Pfizer CEO said the company believes a COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant will likely one day emerge, though said a system is in place to quickly turn around a variant-specific jab.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
In areas like Montgomery County, the vaccination rate for those eligible remains at 51%, while the positivity rate for those tested, stands at 22%.
Some Houston-area residents still hesitant regarding COVID vaccine following FDA approval
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with some residents in Montgomery County after the FDA fully approved the Pfizer vaccine.
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with some residents in Montgomery County after the FDA fully approved the Pfizer vaccine.
Comirnaty: Pfizer-BioNTech explains COVID-19 vaccine name’s meaning
According to Pfizer-BioNTech, “Comirnaty” is the brand name of its COVID-19 vaccine: a mash-up of COVID-19, mRNA, community and immunity.
According to Pfizer-BioNTech, “Comirnaty” is the brand name of its COVID-19 vaccine: a mash-up of COVID-19, mRNA, community and immunity.
Former FDA doctor answers top viewer questions about Pfizer approval
We've received no shortage of questions about America's first fully approved COVID-19 vaccine as Pfizer moves past emergency use authorization to the full FDA approval. Doctor John White, Chief Medical Officer for Web MD, answers some of your top questions.
We've received no shortage of questions about America's first fully approved COVID-19 vaccine as Pfizer moves past emergency use authorization to the full FDA approval. Doctor John White, Chief Medical Officer for Web MD, answers some of your top questions.
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.
All New York City public school teachers and other staffers will have to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, officials said Monday.
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.
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.