Despite coronavirus threat, Black voters wary of voting by mail
For many, historical skepticism of a system that tried to keep Black people from the polls and worries that a mailed ballot won't get counted outweigh the prospect of long lines and health dangers from a virus that's disproportionately affected communities of color. Ironically, suspicion of mail-in voting aligns with the views of President Donald Trump, whom many Black voters want out of office.
For many, historical skepticism of a system that tried to keep Black people from the polls and worries that a mailed ballot won't get counted outweigh the prospect of long lines and health dangers from a virus that's disproportionately affected communities of color. Ironically, suspicion of mail-in voting aligns with the views of President Donald Trump, whom many Black voters want out of office.
High school sweethearts who overcame cancer and strokes beat COVID-19 with help of caring doctor
Robert Beecham and his wife, Janice, overcame COVID-19 thanks to the diligent and empathetic efforts of Dr. Satyam Nayak.
Robert Beecham and his wife, Janice, overcame COVID-19 thanks to the diligent and empathetic efforts of Dr. Satyam Nayak.
New research suggests COVID-19 can leave long-lasting heart damage
A pair of studies published this week in JAMA Cardiology looked at the cardiovascular effects of COVID-19.
A pair of studies published this week in JAMA Cardiology looked at the cardiovascular effects of COVID-19.
Harvard researchers say they have figured out the reason why COVID-19 causes loss of smell
A team of researchers at Harvard Medical School are beginning to understand the reason why COVID-19 patients are losing their sense of smell.
A team of researchers at Harvard Medical School are beginning to understand the reason why COVID-19 patients are losing their sense of smell.
Your COVID-19 manual: a doctor’s advice on how to treat at home
A doctor wrote a book called the COVID-19 Survival Manual because he says there are two phases of the virus that do not require a trip to the hospital.
A doctor wrote a book called the COVID-19 Survival Manual because he says there are two phases of the virus that do not require a trip to the hospital.
Texas teacher unveils foot-operated sanitation station for classrooms
The foot-operated hand sanitizer stations are being sold for $30 each.
The foot-operated hand sanitizer stations are being sold for $30 each.
Restaurant patrons, workers join in singing 'Amazing Grace' to Louisiana man dying of brain tumor
A man dying of a brain tumor in Louisiana was honored in his favorite restaurant by employees, friends, and family, who sang him ‘Amazing Grace’ on Sunday, July 26.
A man dying of a brain tumor in Louisiana was honored in his favorite restaurant by employees, friends, and family, who sang him ‘Amazing Grace’ on Sunday, July 26.
Man known as 'Patient Zero' in Burbank hospital recovers from coronavirus, most fingers amputated
One California man will undergo reconstructive surgery after most of his fingers were amputated during a two-month hospital stay for coronavirus.
One California man will undergo reconstructive surgery after most of his fingers were amputated during a two-month hospital stay for coronavirus.
Scientists get closer to blood test for Alzheimer's disease
New study results are boosting hopes that there soon may be a simple, reliable way to help family doctors diagnose the most common form of dementia
New study results are boosting hopes that there soon may be a simple, reliable way to help family doctors diagnose the most common form of dementia
Red Cross asking recovered COVID-19 patients to donate plasma, citing shortage amid doubled demand
The American Red Cross tweeted on Tuesday a need for the plasma of fully recovered COVID-19 patients due to an emergency shortage.
The American Red Cross tweeted on Tuesday a need for the plasma of fully recovered COVID-19 patients due to an emergency shortage.
National teacher union supports striking if it’s unsafe to return to school
One of nation’s largest teachers unions is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures.
One of nation’s largest teachers unions is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures.
Immune boosting elderberry from family business in Tomball
Ruben Dominguez features a small business in Tomball that sells elderberry syrup. Live Berry Well offers teas and honey as well as elderberry syrup.
Ruben Dominguez features a small business in Tomball that sells elderberry syrup. Live Berry Well offers teas and honey as well as elderberry syrup.
Second stimulus check details revealed: Who is eligible?
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
Daughter talks about mother's recent passing at Texas City nursing home
A Texas City nursing home resident, who tried hydroxychloroquine after testing positive for COVID-19, has passed away.
A Texas City nursing home resident, who tried hydroxychloroquine after testing positive for COVID-19, has passed away.
Phase 3 of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine trial to begin at Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine will be one of 90 sites that will conduct phase three of the Moderna COVID-19 trials.
Baylor College of Medicine will be one of 90 sites that will conduct phase three of the Moderna COVID-19 trials.
Making elderberry syrup
Ruben Dominguez goes behind the scenes at at local business in Tomball creating elderberry syrup.
Ruben Dominguez goes behind the scenes at at local business in Tomball creating elderberry syrup.
Immune boosting elderberry
Ruben Dominguez features a small business in Tomball that sells elderberry syrup. Live Berry Well offers teas and honey as well as elderberry syrup.
Ruben Dominguez features a small business in Tomball that sells elderberry syrup. Live Berry Well offers teas and honey as well as elderberry syrup.
Salmonella outbreak hits 23 states, source unknown: CDC
The CDC said a specific food item, grocery store or restaurant chain had not yet been identified as the source of infections.
The CDC said a specific food item, grocery store or restaurant chain had not yet been identified as the source of infections.
Virus vaccine put to final test in thousands of volunteers
The world's biggest COVID-19 vaccine test got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers.
The world's biggest COVID-19 vaccine test got underway Monday with the first of 30,000 planned volunteers.
Mandatory masks becoming the rule amid Europe's coronavirus uptick
Overall, Europe has seen over 201,000 deaths in the pandemic, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. Experts say the true toll from the coronavirus worldwide is much higher, due to limited testing and other issues.
Overall, Europe has seen over 201,000 deaths in the pandemic, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. Experts say the true toll from the coronavirus worldwide is much higher, due to limited testing and other issues.