Coronavirus
Ordering Takeout Versus Eating At A Buffet? The Texas Medical Association Tells You What's Risky During PandemicWhile pumping gas is considered low risk, working out a gym, going to an amusement park, going to a movie theater, attending a large concert or going to a sports stadium are all high risk activities.
Coronavirus Drive-Thru Screening LocationsPeople can get tested for COVID‑19 at drive‑thru locations in certain parts of Texas.
Coronavirus County Hotlines In DFW AreaSome counties in North Texas have set up COVID-19 hotlines where you can get more information.
Coronavirus Texas Cases - Mapby Texas Health and Human Services & Texas Department of State Health Services
Coronavirus Global Cases - Mapby Johns Hopkins CSSE
Coronavirus Vs. The FluInfluenza (“the flu”) and COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus, are both infectious respiratory illnesses.
Coronavirus Prevention & TreatmentThe CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases - read more.
Coronavirus - How It SpreadsCurrent understanding about how the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) spreads is largely based on what is known about similar coronaviruses.
Coronavirus Travelers ResourcesThis page includes information about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) for travelers and travel related industries.
What To Do If You Have CoronavirusIf you have had close contact with someone showing symptoms who has recently traveled from a coronavirus affected area, you should call ahead to a healthcare professional and mention your close contact and their recent travel.
Coronavirus - SymptomsCDC believes at this time that symptoms of COVID-19 may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure.
More Reports
Plano ISD Kindergartener Sent Home From School For Having Trouble Keeping Mask On, Parents SayVictoria Gissandaner, 5, now has to learn remotely from home.
More North Texas School Districts Say It's Time For Struggling Students To Come Back To CampusCiting failing students and burned-out teachers, Texas school districts are beginning to abandon plans to provide virtual instruction alongside traditional school classes.
5,335 COVID-19 Cases, 107 Deaths Reported In Texas WednesdayThe number of newly reported cases of the coronavirus in Texas took a jump Wednesday as state health officials reported 5,335 new cases, along with 107 more deaths.
Failing Students In Godley ISD Required To Return To Campus For Face-To-Face LearningThe school district said the virtual students who have been successful academically can continue to take classes from home.
Dallas County Reports 249 New Coronavirus Cases, 2 Deaths Including Woman In Her 30s“Our numbers in Dallas County are now moving higher and that makes it very important that we all exercise good decision making," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Health Commissioner Urges Texans To Get Flu Shots Early: 'We Want As Few People As Possible To Get Sick'DSHS encourages everyone to protect themselves, their families and their communities against respiratory illness throughout the flu season by getting immunized as soon as possible.
Flu
Not Wearing A Face Mask In Houston Could Cost You $250Mayor Sylvester Turner revealed Monday that he has instructed Houston police to issue citations to people who don't wear masks in public.
Collin County Adds 24 Coronavirus Cases, Including 7 More In PlanoCollin County confirmed 24 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, including seven new patients in Plano.
Judge Rejects Legal Challenge To McKinney’s Coronavirus Emergency OrderJudge Jill Willis denied a request for a temporary restraining order to halt enforcement of McKinney's shelter-in-place emergency order.
When Is Flu Season?While seasonal influenza viruses can be detected year-round in the United States, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter.
New This Flu SeasonFind out what to expect during the 2019-2020 flu season.
Flu Vs. ColdWhat is the difference between a cold and the flu?
How Flu SpreadsPeople with flu can spread it to others up to about six feet away.
Flu PreventionThe CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.
Flu GlossaryBefore learning about the flu, it is important to understand the terminology.