US sees 28% increase in COVID-19 cases among children in just 2 weeks, report finds
According to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association, 1.2 million children had tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, as of Nov. 19.
According to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association, 1.2 million children had tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, as of Nov. 19.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
Houston's Hope Farms offers unique gift ideas this Black Friday
Hope Farms is in the historic Sunnyside neighborhood. Workers there hope to build a healthier Houston and believe this is the time for us all to make healthier choices.
Hope Farms is in the historic Sunnyside neighborhood. Workers there hope to build a healthier Houston and believe this is the time for us all to make healthier choices.
Debunking COVID-19 vaccine myths
There are at least three major COVID-19 vaccines that we are hearing about that are promising and could be available fairly soon. But there are also some rumors going on around them. Dr. Melanie Mouzoon with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic debunks the myths.
There are at least three major COVID-19 vaccines that we are hearing about that are promising and could be available fairly soon. But there are also some rumors going on around them. Dr. Melanie Mouzoon with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic debunks the myths.
Victoria, Australia eliminates COVID-19 after border closure, going 28 days with 0 new infections
Victoria is celebrating tamping down the COVID-19 virus with it’s 28th consecutive day without a new infection, according to health and human services.
Victoria is celebrating tamping down the COVID-19 virus with it’s 28th consecutive day without a new infection, according to health and human services.
New model projects US COVID-19 cases could double in 2 months
A new model from a study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis projects that if the U.S. continues handling the pandemic as it has, cases could double in just two months.
A new model from a study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis projects that if the U.S. continues handling the pandemic as it has, cases could double in just two months.
1 in 10 Americans did not have enough food to eat last week, according to the US Census Bureau
As people continue to lose jobs in a crippled economy during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the uncertainty of providing food for a full household only adds to the stress.
As people continue to lose jobs in a crippled economy during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the uncertainty of providing food for a full household only adds to the stress.
Meghan Markle talks 'unbearable grief' after revealing she suffered miscarriage
Meghan Markle revealed she suffered a miscarriage in an opinion article published in the New York Times on Wednesday.
Meghan Markle revealed she suffered a miscarriage in an opinion article published in the New York Times on Wednesday.
Americans should be warned of coronavirus vaccine side effects, medical experts say
While promising coronavirus vaccine candidates could aid in bringing the pandemic to its heels, doctors recommended to federal health officials this week that those who eventually receive the long-awaited jab should be wary of the side effects — such as body aches and bad headaches — so they will return for the second dose.
While promising coronavirus vaccine candidates could aid in bringing the pandemic to its heels, doctors recommended to federal health officials this week that those who eventually receive the long-awaited jab should be wary of the side effects — such as body aches and bad headaches — so they will return for the second dose.
Coronavirus cases in US may be 8 times higher than previously reported, CDC warns
The spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. may be worse than was previously known.
The spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. may be worse than was previously known.
Houston-area doctor with rare debilitating disease battling insurance company
Chilek went from being a general practitioner seeing 3,000 patients to hardly being able to walk and talk.
Chilek went from being a general practitioner seeing 3,000 patients to hardly being able to walk and talk.
Local artist offering free tattoos to cover up scars one may have received from hurting themselves
Mental health needs are increasing during the COVID-19 era and one local artist is finding a unique way to help people cope.
Mental health needs are increasing during the COVID-19 era and one local artist is finding a unique way to help people cope.
‘This is what you’ll see’: Doctor simulates dying COVID-19 patient’s point of view
A Missouri doctor shared sobering video that simulates the point of view of a dying COVID-19 patient who is about to intubated for a ventilator.
A Missouri doctor shared sobering video that simulates the point of view of a dying COVID-19 patient who is about to intubated for a ventilator.
Experts recommend support groups, hotlines for those dealing with holiday grief
Dr. Michael McClam, Associate Chief, Inpatient Services with Menninger Clinic says sharing stories can help people cope with the loss of a loved one during the holidays. He also recommends finding a community of support -- even though gatherings may have to be virtual.
Dr. Michael McClam, Associate Chief, Inpatient Services with Menninger Clinic says sharing stories can help people cope with the loss of a loved one during the holidays. He also recommends finding a community of support -- even though gatherings may have to be virtual.
Doctors warn about use of screen time after patients complain about eyesight
Doctors are telling people to be cautious with their phones and laptops because using them could be a strain on the eyes.
Doctors are telling people to be cautious with their phones and laptops because using them could be a strain on the eyes.
Health department warns: ‘Thanksgiving leftovers won’t taste good if you’re on a ventilator’
The health department released a series of posts ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday with attention-grabbing pictures and captions.
The health department released a series of posts ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday with attention-grabbing pictures and captions.
Evangelical doctors’ group urges churches to halt in-person services amid COVID-19 surge
The Christian Medical & Dental Association urgently requested that churches strongly consider taking their services online and cancel in-person gatherings until the current surge of COVID-19 cases passes.
The Christian Medical & Dental Association urgently requested that churches strongly consider taking their services online and cancel in-person gatherings until the current surge of COVID-19 cases passes.
Nearly 3,500 federal employees to be compensated for contracting COVID-19 at work
As of Nov. 16, the government agreed to pay injury compensation benefits to nearly 3,500 federal employees and has granted death benefits to survivors of 14 employees, a Department of Labor spokesperson told FOX TV Stations.
As of Nov. 16, the government agreed to pay injury compensation benefits to nearly 3,500 federal employees and has granted death benefits to survivors of 14 employees, a Department of Labor spokesperson told FOX TV Stations.
Rite Aid offering free COVID-19 tests, expands program to include teens
Rite Aid will continue offering free COVID-19 testing to both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals, and the company is expanding the program to include those as young as 13.
Rite Aid will continue offering free COVID-19 testing to both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals, and the company is expanding the program to include those as young as 13.
Purple Lovables bringing joy to those impacted by childhood cancer in Houston
Anita is well-known for bringing joy to young patients at Texas Children's Cancer Center through her music studio, "Purple Songs Can Fly". Now she's selling her Purple Lovables to help benefit the studio, so they can continue to bring happiness through music.
Anita is well-known for bringing joy to young patients at Texas Children's Cancer Center through her music studio, "Purple Songs Can Fly". Now she's selling her Purple Lovables to help benefit the studio, so they can continue to bring happiness through music.