Delta variant: J&J vaccine provides ‘strong’ protection, preliminary study says
Johnson & Johnson announced its one-shot COVID-19 vaccine provides “strong” protection against the delta variant and that their shot’s immune response lasts at least eight months.
Johnson & Johnson announced its one-shot COVID-19 vaccine provides “strong” protection against the delta variant and that their shot’s immune response lasts at least eight months.
Delta variant: ‘Surge response’ teams to deploy to US hot spots, White House says
The White House announced on Thursday “surge response” teams are ready to deploy more vaccinations, therapeutics and further assistance to delta variant hot spots in the U.S.
The White House announced on Thursday “surge response” teams are ready to deploy more vaccinations, therapeutics and further assistance to delta variant hot spots in the U.S.
Report says plumes of carcinogenic formaldehyde found in neighborhoods along Houston's ship channel
Mayor Sylvester Turner says it's leaving many families of color that live there at a higher risk for cancer.
Mayor Sylvester Turner says it's leaving many families of color that live there at a higher risk for cancer.
Why are people being charged for free COVID vaccine?
A troubling trend has emerged amid the push to vaccinate people against COVID-19. Some folks are getting billed for their free shots.
A troubling trend has emerged amid the push to vaccinate people against COVID-19. Some folks are getting billed for their free shots.
How to help boost the mental health of children
A doctor from New Horizon Hospital in Houston shares some ideas to promote a healthy mindset at home.
A doctor from New Horizon Hospital in Houston shares some ideas to promote a healthy mindset at home.
How to help boost the mental health of children
A doctor from New Horizon Hospital in Houston shares some ideas to promote a healthy mindset at home.
A doctor from New Horizon Hospital in Houston shares some ideas to promote a healthy mindset at home.
'The Office' CPR technique helps Indiana dad save 4-year-old daughter
A father from Indiana had seconds to act when his 4-year-old child fell to the ground and became unresponsive amid a sudden cardiac arrest.
A father from Indiana had seconds to act when his 4-year-old child fell to the ground and became unresponsive amid a sudden cardiac arrest.
Local health officials concerned regarding increase in number of adults, children with Delta variant
Harris County is at its lowest Covid case and death rate since the start of the pandemic, but experts say we are not in the clear.
Harris County is at its lowest Covid case and death rate since the start of the pandemic, but experts say we are not in the clear.
Moderna: Blood samples show vaccine effective against delta variant
According to Moderna, its coronavirus vaccine is effective against emerging variants including the highly contagious delta variant — a hopeful sign as the virus continues to evolve.
According to Moderna, its coronavirus vaccine is effective against emerging variants including the highly contagious delta variant — a hopeful sign as the virus continues to evolve.
Pfizer to request COVID-19 vaccine emergency approval for kids ages 5-11 by fall
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized for use in individuals aged 12 and older
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized for use in individuals aged 12 and older
Grand jury declines to indict Harris County doctor accused of stealing COVID-19 vaccine, giving to loved-ones
A grand jury has declined to formally charge Dr. Hasan Gokal, a Harris County doctor accused of stealing vials of the COVID-19 vaccine and giving them to loved ones, the DA's office confirmed Wednesday.
A grand jury has declined to formally charge Dr. Hasan Gokal, a Harris County doctor accused of stealing vials of the COVID-19 vaccine and giving them to loved ones, the DA's office confirmed Wednesday.
Why most men avoid doctor visits
Dr. Peter Bigler with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group discusses the top reasons why men avoid doctor visits.
Dr. Peter Bigler with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group discusses the top reasons why men avoid doctor visits.
Avoiding foodborne illness this Fourth of July holiday weekend
Don't get sick this Fourth of July by making the mistake of leaving food out too long. Sharon Smalling, clinical nutritionist with Memorial Hermann, shares advice for avoiding foodborne illness.
Don't get sick this Fourth of July by making the mistake of leaving food out too long. Sharon Smalling, clinical nutritionist with Memorial Hermann, shares advice for avoiding foodborne illness.
Walmart to begin offering lower-priced insulin
Walmart will begin offering lower cost insulin at its pharmacies. Tracey D. Brown, CEO of the American Diabetes Association, discusses this.
Walmart will begin offering lower cost insulin at its pharmacies. Tracey D. Brown, CEO of the American Diabetes Association, discusses this.
Getting teens fully vaccinated before school starts
It may seem just like summer started, but time is already running to get your teen fully vaccinated by the new school year. Dr. Melanie Mouzoon with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic discusses this.
It may seem just like summer started, but time is already running to get your teen fully vaccinated by the new school year. Dr. Melanie Mouzoon with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic discusses this.
First lady Jill Biden, second gentleman Douglas Emhoff visit Houston
First lady Jill Biden and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff are in Houston on Tuesday visiting a COVID-19 vaccination event at Minute Maid Park.
First lady Jill Biden and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff are in Houston on Tuesday visiting a COVID-19 vaccination event at Minute Maid Park.
14-year-old Houston girl with Lupus gets to be judge for day
Houston Judge Wanda Adams gave up her seat temporarily to fulfill a bucket list item for a 14-year-old girl who's battling Lupus.
Houston Judge Wanda Adams gave up her seat temporarily to fulfill a bucket list item for a 14-year-old girl who's battling Lupus.
Mixing AstraZeneca, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines provides ‘robust’ protection, study says
Being able to mix vaccines could help optimize the global vaccine supply and provide shots to communities with limited access to healthcare.
Being able to mix vaccines could help optimize the global vaccine supply and provide shots to communities with limited access to healthcare.
Walmart insulin: Low-cost, private brand launched for diabetes patients
Walmart unveiled a low-cost version of analog insulin that it will sell in an effort to help Americans who struggle to pay for the diabetes drug.
Walmart unveiled a low-cost version of analog insulin that it will sell in an effort to help Americans who struggle to pay for the diabetes drug.
Delta variant now considered most transmissible variant of COVID-19 according to health officials
Health officials are now considering the Delta variant, the most transmissible variant of COVID-19 to date. But the WHO and CDC have differing advice for those fully vaccinated.
Health officials are now considering the Delta variant, the most transmissible variant of COVID-19 to date. But the WHO and CDC have differing advice for those fully vaccinated.