Coronavirus
CDC Approval Has Texas Set To Receive Estimated 1.3 Million Doses Of Pfizer Pediatric COVID VaccineThe Texas Department of State Health Services has asked the CDC to ship Pfizer’s pediatric COVID-19 vaccine to more than 900 state providers in 155 counties.
LIST: North Texas School Districts Requiring Face MasksWondering if you need to send your child to school with a face mask? Here's a list of North Texas districts with mask mandates in place as students return to school.
Texas COVID-19 Vaccination By CountyThe State Of Texas has set up a dashboard where users can see the current status of vaccinations in Texas.
Finding A COVID-19 Vaccine Provider In TexasThe state has set up to ways for Texans to find a vaccine provider.
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.
COVID-19 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
North Texas COVID-19 Survivor Hospitalized For 4 Months Feeling Blessed At ThanksgivingSue and Billy Szendrey of Grapevine will be sitting in their favorite chairs on Thanksgiving and that’s enough for this couple who have been through so much.
North Texas Man Makes Career Change Following COVID-19 Battle“I think it’s deeper than just changing jobs,” Todd Bart said. “I think it’s people realizing that life is short, and if you don’t get up each day excited or looking forward to what you’re doing to do, it’s not worth it.”
Answers To Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19 Vaccine Booster ShotsUnder new federal rules, anyone 18 or older can now get either a Pfizer or Moderna booster six months after their last dose.
All Adults Expected To Soon Be Eligible For 'Additional Measure Of Protection' In Form Of Pfizer COVID-19 BoosterThe FDA is expected to authorize the additional dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for all adults in the coming days.
Pandemic Progress? Richardson ISD Announces End To Mask MandateCiting a 95% drop in Covid cases in the district since hitting a high at the beginning of the year, RISD school leaders are now looking to reward that pandemic progress.
Unvaccinated Texans 20 Times More Likely To Die From COVID-19, DSHS Study ShowsAn analysis of data from the four-week period from Sept. 4 through Oct. 1 shows that vaccination had a strong protective effect across all ages.
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.