Debate begins for who's first in line for COVID-19 vaccine
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
Fauci optimistic COVID-19 vaccine will be widely available
Dr. Anthony Fauci has told lawmakers that once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time.
Dr. Anthony Fauci has told lawmakers that once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time.
Gov. Tony Evers declares public health emergency, issues statewide mask mandate
Gov. Tony Evers Thursday declared a public health emergency and issued a statewide mask mandate aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19.
Gov. Tony Evers Thursday declared a public health emergency and issued a statewide mask mandate aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19.
Blood test could help doctors detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms arise
A breakthrough blood test could be a long-awaited game-changer in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Neurologist and professor Dr. Mary Ellen Quiceno talks too Good Day about the research. More: alz.org/dallasnetexas
A breakthrough blood test could be a long-awaited game-changer in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Neurologist and professor Dr. Mary Ellen Quiceno talks too Good Day about the research. More: alz.org/dallasnetexas
Taller people face higher risk of catching COVID-19, survey says
2,000 people were surveyed to determine if personal attributes, work and living practices play a role in transmission.
2,000 people were surveyed to determine if personal attributes, work and living practices play a role in transmission.
Harvard researchers say they have figured out the reason why COVID-19 causes loss of smell
A team of researchers at Harvard Medical School are beginning to understand the reason why COVID-19 patients are losing their sense of smell.
A team of researchers at Harvard Medical School are beginning to understand the reason why COVID-19 patients are losing their sense of smell.
Dallas County sets daily record for COVID-19 deaths, 36
Wednesday was the deadliest day yet for COVID-19 in Dallas County, as 36 people died from the coronavirus.
Wednesday was the deadliest day yet for COVID-19 in Dallas County, as 36 people died from the coronavirus.
Leading coronavirus expert weighs in on hydroxychloroquine debate
The president and a few doctors continue to push the drug hydroxychloroquine as treatment for COVID-19, but one of the world’s top coronavirus researchers said studies have repeatedly shown it is ineffective.
The president and a few doctors continue to push the drug hydroxychloroquine as treatment for COVID-19, but one of the world’s top coronavirus researchers said studies have repeatedly shown it is ineffective.
Planet Fitness will require face masks inside gyms starting in August
Planet Fitness will freeze memberships for members who can't or refuse to wear a mask.
Planet Fitness will freeze memberships for members who can't or refuse to wear a mask.
Scientists get closer to blood test for Alzheimer's disease
New study results are boosting hopes that there soon may be a simple, reliable way to help family doctors diagnose the most common form of dementia
New study results are boosting hopes that there soon may be a simple, reliable way to help family doctors diagnose the most common form of dementia
Red Cross asking recovered COVID-19 patients to donate plasma, citing shortage amid doubled demand
The American Red Cross tweeted on Tuesday a need for the plasma of fully recovered COVID-19 patients due to an emergency shortage.
The American Red Cross tweeted on Tuesday a need for the plasma of fully recovered COVID-19 patients due to an emergency shortage.
Denton County sees rise in number of COVID-19 cases, positivity rate
Denton County public health officials say COVID-19 infections in the county are trending in the wrong direction after jumping by more than 2,000 cases in two weeks.
Denton County public health officials say COVID-19 infections in the county are trending in the wrong direction after jumping by more than 2,000 cases in two weeks.
Second stimulus check details revealed: Who is eligible?
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
The GOP unveiled details for a second round of direct payments to American households on Monday, in legislation that has been dubbed the HEALS Act.
Garland daycare struggling to stay open during continuing health crisis
Daycare providers have been a vital service to parents during this pandemic once they were allowed to open. But many providers say they can't make ends meet the way things are now.
Daycare providers have been a vital service to parents during this pandemic once they were allowed to open. But many providers say they can't make ends meet the way things are now.
Salmonella outbreak hits 23 states, source unknown: CDC
The CDC said a specific food item, grocery store or restaurant chain had not yet been identified as the source of infections.
The CDC said a specific food item, grocery store or restaurant chain had not yet been identified as the source of infections.
CDC: 40% of US adults have at least 1 condition that puts them at risk of developing severe COVID-19
The CDC’s report indicated that the Southeast, which has become one of the hardest-hit regions of the country, has a high prevalence of preexisting conditions.
The CDC’s report indicated that the Southeast, which has become one of the hardest-hit regions of the country, has a high prevalence of preexisting conditions.
Dallas County officials want more funding for adult treatment center while state seeks budget cuts
Dallas County has one of the first adult treatment programs in the state ran by the probation department and the district judges.
Dallas County has one of the first adult treatment programs in the state ran by the probation department and the district judges.
Fibroid Awareness
July is fibroid awareness month. Dr. Jessica Shepherd with Baylor University Medical Center discusses the condition that impacts up to 50% of women by the age of 50 and the latest treatments to give women relief.
July is fibroid awareness month. Dr. Jessica Shepherd with Baylor University Medical Center discusses the condition that impacts up to 50% of women by the age of 50 and the latest treatments to give women relief.
LAPD officer, whose wife is pregnant with twins, dies after 'long, courageous battle' with COVID-19
A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.
A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.
Researchers to conduct COVID-19 vaccine trials in Texas
A Texas-based research group is searching for people to participate in clinical trials for multiple COVID-19 vaccines.
A Texas-based research group is searching for people to participate in clinical trials for multiple COVID-19 vaccines.