Houston medical experts discuss increase in Covid-19 cases across the country

As the U.S. case of Covid-19 hit records, local health officials say what is happening in areas like El Paso and the Valley can certainly happen here.

US reports over 100K new COVID-19 cases for second day in a row, according to Johns Hopkins

The United States recorded more than 100,000 new COVID-19 cases for a second day in a row, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University. (https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/data/cumulative-cases)

Surgeon pulls off state-of-the-art procedure to remove large facial tumor

A man is thrilled to have found a surgeon in Houston to remove a large tumor from his jaw. It was a painful and emotionally difficult experience, until he met the right doctor.

Surgeon pulls off state-of-the-art procedure to remove large facial tumor
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A man is thrilled to have found a surgeon in Houston to remove a large tumor from his jaw. It was a painful and emotionally difficult experience, until he met the right doctor.

Is it safe to stay in hotels during the COVID-19 pandemic?

If you plan to travel during the pandemic, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says getting a rental home is safer than staying with friends or family or at a hotel.

AstraZeneca plans to deliver vaccine trial data by year's end

AstraZeneca hopes to show its COVID-19 vaccine is effective by the end of this year and is ramping up manufacturing so it can supply hundreds of millions of doses in January, Chief Executive Pascal Soriot said Thursday.

Experiencing election anxiety? Houston doctor offers some tips

Last month, the American Psychological Association found seven out of 10 Americans believe this lowest point in our nation's history they can remember.

Texas records highest number of total positive COVID-19 cases in US

As the coronavirus pandemic surges across the nation, the data from Sunday — the most recent available — says that there have been 937,317 cases in Texas, the nation's second-largest state.

Treats for patients at Texas Children’s Hospital

Texas Children's Hospital put big plans in place, so that everyone could have a Spook-tacular time this Halloween.

Open enrollment begins for Affordable Care Act

Between lost jobs, lost coverage, and a Supreme Court case that could wipe out healthcare for 20 million Americans, it may seem like the worst of times for health insurance in the U.S.

More US patients to have easy, free access to doctor's notes

“It means information about your care can no longer be hidden from you. And you have a say in your care,” said Bloomquist, 32, who has a rare type of arthritis that took years to diagnose

US reports nearly 100,000 COVID-19 cases, breaking new single-day record

Friday’s death toll exceed 1,000, with 1,030 deaths recorded, bringing the total death count in the U.S. to more than 230,000, according to data collected by John Hopkins University and Medicine.

Washing Halloween candy wrappers will reduce COVID-19 risk, researchers find

According to researchers at the University of California, the risk of contracting COVID-19 from Halloween candy could be reduced to near zero if candy givers wash their hands and wash the candy packaging with dish soap, a new study found.

Team of UC Berkeley scientists study poop in sewers for COVID-19 hotspots

Knowing what neighborhoods are virus hotspots can help health officials figure out how to enact orders to clamp down on the spread and figure out if their efforts are even working.

Outdoor dining bubbles aren't as safe as you'd think, doctors say

'The reality is that outdoor dining bubbles are not safer than indoor dining, and may actually increase your risk of contracting Covid-19'

Harvard study: Flying poses lower COVID-19 risk than grocery shopping with proper safety measures

Harvard researchers found that proper safety precautions taken collectively can reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on a plane to below that of other routine activities during the pandemic.

Non-invasive neurofeedback to treat anxiety and depression

More people are seeking help for anxiety and depression than ever before during the pandemic. Some families are turning to a non-invasive treatment, that doesn't require prescription medications, for help.