Coronavirus
Dallas County Shelter In Place DetailsDue to the coronavirus spread, Judge Clay Jenkins ordered that Dallas County is to shelter-in-place starting Monday. The order, effective 11:59 pm March 23.
Interactive Map: Coronavirus Restrictions Vary Greatly Across North TexasTexas is largely leaving it up local governments to decide how to proceed regarding businesses during the coronavirus outbreak.
School Closings ListMultiple Districts Have Closed Schools During Coronavirus Outbreak.
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
Coronavirus: Struggling Local Businesses See Disaster Declaration Stretch To End Of AprilIn Dallas County, commissioners voted Friday to extend a disaster declaration through May 20, during which time County Judge Clay Jenkins has the authority to issue sweeping executive orders restricting daily life.
More Than 150 Coronavirus Patients In Collin And Denton Counties Recover, 2 More Deaths ConfirmedNew numbers out from a pair of North Texas counties share good news and bad news about coronavirus patients in North Texas.
Hobby Lobby Closes All Stores Due To Coronavirus Shutdown OrdersHobby Lobby said it was ending emergency leave pay and suspending use of paid time off and vacation benefits so workers could apply for emergency federal income protection benefits.
Small Business Owners Can Now Apply To Get Money From Government During Coronavirus OutbreakThe Small Business Administration is accepting applications for a new program called the Paycheck Protection Program.
Arlington School Teachers Deliver Supplies, Support To Students & Multitasking ParentsPantego Christian Academy went on break in March and haven't been able to come back. So teachers formed a sunshine caravan of sorts — delivering textbooks, supplies, support and treats.
Texans Asked To Stagger Unemployment Calls Based On Area Codes: 'We're Asking For Patience'“I know it’s frustrating for people that are trying to call through and trying to get through online,” said Cisco Gamez with the Texas Workforce Commission.
Flu
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.
People At High RiskSome people are more likely to get flu complications that can result in hospitalization and sometimes death.