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
North Texas Mother Who Lost Teen Daughter To Coronavirus Concerned About Young People's Behavior During PandemicShe says as she copes with her daughter's death, she has a hard time seeing young people not take COVID-19 seriously.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's Broadcasting Company Received $179K PPP LoanA spokesperson said the money was sought due to a decline in advertising sales and was to cover the payroll and expenses of 13 employees.
Texas Coronavirus Hospitalizations More Than Double In Last 2 WeeksLocal officials across Texas say their hospitals are becoming increasingly stretched and are in danger of becoming overrun as cases of the coronavirus surge.
Dallas Teachers Union Frustrated By 'Lack Of Information' On Safely Plan Going Back To Classroom During PandemicReady or not the new school year gets underway in a little more than a month in North Texas.
DFW Hospital Council Warns Of 'Surge Plans' If Coronavirus Cases Maintain Rapid RiseDuring a surge mode, hospitals add beds throughout their facilities.
Texas Doctors Create Coronavirus Activity Risk Guide: 'The Public Needs More Directed Guidance'The Texas Medical Association put together a guide to help people navigate the pandemic with a 1-9 scale that measures the risk from low to high.
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.