Texas launches online map of statewide COVID-19 testing sites
The interactive map displays detailed information on public and private mobile, walk-in, and drive-thru test collection sites around the state.
The interactive map displays detailed information on public and private mobile, walk-in, and drive-thru test collection sites around the state.
FDA warns against use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 outside of hospitals, clinical trials
The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the antimalarial drugs after it became aware of reported heart risks. Both have been embraced by Trump and others as a potential COVID-19 treatment.
The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the antimalarial drugs after it became aware of reported heart risks. Both have been embraced by Trump and others as a potential COVID-19 treatment.
CDC director warns that COVID-19 could return in winter combined with flu in deadlier second wave
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of an even deadlier second wave of COVID-19 come winter.
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of an even deadlier second wave of COVID-19 come winter.
Elective surgeries, medical procedures resume Wednesday; welcome news for those seeking cancer screenings
Restrictions on elective surgeries have been loosened. One woman who recently beat cancer says getting screened is important.
Restrictions on elective surgeries have been loosened. One woman who recently beat cancer says getting screened is important.
Organizations try to fight COVID-19 in African American communities
There's a high disparity in COVID-19 cases in the African American community, and several groups are trying to fight it but gathering more data and pushing for change.
There's a high disparity in COVID-19 cases in the African American community, and several groups are trying to fight it but gathering more data and pushing for change.
COVID-19 patient on Hydroxychloroquine for two weeks says she's feeling great
A local nursing home resident who tested positive COVID-18 is feeling great after taking the controversial malaria drug Hydroxychloroquine.
A local nursing home resident who tested positive COVID-18 is feeling great after taking the controversial malaria drug Hydroxychloroquine.
More deaths, no benefit from malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in VA coronavirus study
With 368 patients, it’s the largest look so far of hydroxychloroquine with or without the antibiotic azithromycin for COVID-19.
With 368 patients, it’s the largest look so far of hydroxychloroquine with or without the antibiotic azithromycin for COVID-19.
Reports suggest many have had coronavirus with no symptoms
Based on known cases, health officials have said the virus usually causes mild or moderate flu-like illness. Now evidence is growing that a substantial number of people may have no symptoms at all.
Based on known cases, health officials have said the virus usually causes mild or moderate flu-like illness. Now evidence is growing that a substantial number of people may have no symptoms at all.
Join the BIG Love Virtual Fun Run
BIG Love Cancer Care has had to quickly adapt fundraising due to the COVID 19 pandemic. They are in a critical time right now trying to help many cancer kids and their families who are quarantined at home. You can help out by joining their virtual fun run today.
BIG Love Cancer Care has had to quickly adapt fundraising due to the COVID 19 pandemic. They are in a critical time right now trying to help many cancer kids and their families who are quarantined at home. You can help out by joining their virtual fun run today.
Join BIG Love virtual fun run
BIG Love Cancer Care has had to quickly adapt fundraising due to the COVID 19 pandemic. They are in a critical time right now trying to help many cancer kids and their families who are quarantined at home. You can help out by joining their virtual fun run.
BIG Love Cancer Care has had to quickly adapt fundraising due to the COVID 19 pandemic. They are in a critical time right now trying to help many cancer kids and their families who are quarantined at home. You can help out by joining their virtual fun run.
Helping thousands cope with pediatric cancer is an effort of BIG Love
BIG Love Cancer Care helps thousands of families dealing with pediatric cancer every year with multiple programs, including fulfilling a wish list for families in the hospital.
BIG Love Cancer Care helps thousands of families dealing with pediatric cancer every year with multiple programs, including fulfilling a wish list for families in the hospital.
Cancer charity continues mission amid quarantine struggles
BIG Love Cancer Care was founded 13 years ago by the Phillips family to honor their daughter, Brooke. They help thousands of families dealing with pediatric cancer every year with multiple programs, including fulfilling a wish list for families in the hospital. The COVID 19 quarantine has impacted their efforts suddenly...preventing volunteers from entering the hospital and causing fundraisers to be cancelled. Every year BIG love cancer care holds several fundraisers to help serve thousands of families dealing with the struggle of pediatric cancer. Founder Cheney Phillips and Big Love Cancer Care had to quickly adapt, now bringing food and supplies directly to the homes of cancer patients. This weekend they are hosting a virtual fun run. Just sign up for the run online, and for a small donation you will receive a T-shirt and instructions how to participate https://biglovecancercare.org/virtual-run
BIG Love Cancer Care was founded 13 years ago by the Phillips family to honor their daughter, Brooke. They help thousands of families dealing with pediatric cancer every year with multiple programs, including fulfilling a wish list for families in the hospital. The COVID 19 quarantine has impacted their efforts suddenly...preventing volunteers from entering the hospital and causing fundraisers to be cancelled. Every year BIG love cancer care holds several fundraisers to help serve thousands of families dealing with the struggle of pediatric cancer. Founder Cheney Phillips and Big Love Cancer Care had to quickly adapt, now bringing food and supplies directly to the homes of cancer patients. This weekend they are hosting a virtual fun run. Just sign up for the run online, and for a small donation you will receive a T-shirt and instructions how to participate https://biglovecancercare.org/virtual-run
Losing a loved one to COVID-19: How a Houston family's patriarch died alone
One of the first victims of COVID-19 in the Houston area died alone and without a loved one at his side. Meanwhile, his family was left helpless without a chance of saying goodbye in person.
One of the first victims of COVID-19 in the Houston area died alone and without a loved one at his side. Meanwhile, his family was left helpless without a chance of saying goodbye in person.
Should you get tested for COVID-19 or wait for a possible anti-body test?
The Houston Health Department said anyone who wants to get tested – should. Everyone is now considered an ideal candidate. But maybe some people should wait for researchers to develop an anti-body test.
The Houston Health Department said anyone who wants to get tested – should. Everyone is now considered an ideal candidate. But maybe some people should wait for researchers to develop an anti-body test.
More COVID-19 testing sites available, including for asymptomatic people
Coronavirus COVID-19 testing capacity doubles to 1,000 per day at Houston's two drive-thru sites.
Coronavirus COVID-19 testing capacity doubles to 1,000 per day at Houston's two drive-thru sites.
CDC study suggests coronavirus can travel 13 feet in air and live on shoes
The virus was found present on the floor in a hospital in China and on the soles of healthcare professionals, according to the study.
The virus was found present on the floor in a hospital in China and on the soles of healthcare professionals, according to the study.
Excessive drinking during coronavirus lockdowns could weaken immune system, experts say
The doctor said that heavier drinking "dampen" all of your body's systems, including the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight off viruses like COVID-19.
The doctor said that heavier drinking "dampen" all of your body's systems, including the immune system, making it harder for your body to fight off viruses like COVID-19.
Keep your immune system in top shape with these tips
Exercise, sleep and proper nutrition can help keep your immune systems strong.
Exercise, sleep and proper nutrition can help keep your immune systems strong.
COVID-19 cases at Harris County Jail continue to rise and so do concerns
"It's putting my health at risk right now," said an inmate over the phone from the Harris County Jail. "We wear masks when we leave our tank but when we are in our cells, people don't wear the masks."
"It's putting my health at risk right now," said an inmate over the phone from the Harris County Jail. "We wear masks when we leave our tank but when we are in our cells, people don't wear the masks."
Feeding The Frontline: Houstonians take gourmet meals from area restaurants to medical teams battling COVID-19
This Positively Houston is highlighting how one group is bringing people together doing this pandemic which has healthcare workers on the frontline of this brutal battle against COVID19.
This Positively Houston is highlighting how one group is bringing people together doing this pandemic which has healthcare workers on the frontline of this brutal battle against COVID19.