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What we still don't know about COVID-19 5 years later

Mar 11, 2025

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COVID by the numbers: 5 years after WHO declared a global pandemic

Mar 11, 2025

FDA approves updated COVID vaccines. Here's what you need to know

The updated vaccines protect against the XFG strain.

Aug 28

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CDC says bat virus not 'concern to public health'

Feb 24, 2025

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RFK petitioned FDA to revoke use of COVID vaccine

Jan 19, 2025

Transit workers fired over vaccine mandate to get more than $1M

Oct 25, 2024

Retired HPD officer reflects on his near-death battle with COVID-19

Oct 18, 2024

COVID shots no longer free for uninsured, could cost up to $200

Sep 4, 2024

Doctors encourage vaccinations amid fall, winter COVID spike concerns

Aug 26, 2024

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Doctors encourage vaccinations amid fall, winter COVID spike concerns

Aug 26, 2024

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TABC suspends 3 permits following weekend inspections

Jun 20, 2023

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Galveston lab aims to prevent the next pandemic

Feb 15, 2023

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Weekly COVID-19 tracker returns as 'stealth surge' hits Houston-area

Jul 12, 2022

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Galveston County Health District announces COVID-19 threat level is high

Jul 7, 2022

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When will COVID-19 fade away? Experts say cases are on the rise

Jun 10, 2022

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Crisis in college athletics: Suicides spike amid mental heath concerns

Jun 3, 2022

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CDC recommends more Americans wear masks indoors, ahead of Memorial Day weekend

May 22, 2022

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Free at-home COVID-19 tests will be available again, HHS officials say

The federal government will restart its free at-home COVID tests program in September as officials prepare the country for the upcoming respiratory virus season.

Aug 26, 2024

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More than half of US states reporting 'very high' COVID activity levels: CDC

At least 27 states are reporting "very high" levels and 17 states are reporting "high" levels of wastewater viral activity.

Aug 12, 2024

ABC News reflects on favorite moments with Dr. Jen Ashton after 13 years

It's not goodbye -- viewers can still count on Dr. Ashton to be there when expert medical advice is needed.

Jun 27, 2024

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Moderna's combo COVID and flu shot offers strong immunity in older adults during late stage trial

There are still multiple steps required before the shot would become available.

Jun 10, 2024

Fauci grilled by GOP over COVID response, chokes up describing family death threats

It marks the first time he publicly testified since he left the federal government at the end of 2022 after five decades of service.

Jun 4, 2024