Christmas Gets a Shot in the Arm
COVID vaccinations for younger children could bring holidays closer to normal.
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Some Texas ICU Beds Remain Near Capacity
ICU beds in Texas hospitals remain near capacity despite declines since the peak of the summer surge attributed to the delta variant in August.
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Pfizer Says Children’s Vaccine Nearly 91% Effective, CDC Approves Booster Shots
Last week, a study showed child-sized doses of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine are 91% effective at preventing symptomatic infection in 5-to-11-year-olds, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) OK’d booster shots for more people.
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Want To Make a Difference? Consider a Summer of Service
I clearly remember that feeling of the last day of school and the summer before me — one filled with swimming lessons, Girl Scout camp, and all kinds of fun activities that my mom would find for us.
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Saying Goodbye at a Distance
Last responders balance ensuring safety with bringing closure
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The Great Mask Debate: Who Should Be Required to Wear Them?
State, county officials argue enforcement; restaurant worker sues her employer
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AT&T Performing Arts Center Announces Rescheduled Performances
AT&T Performing Arts Center has rescheduled six upcoming performances to align with CDC recommendations during the Covid-19 outbreak, with three performance dates still to be announced.
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NorthPark Center Postpones Chinese New Year Celebration
As a strain of coronavirus continues to create crisis levels in China, NorthPark Center and the Crow Museum of Asian
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Doctors See Vaping as Another Deadly Habit
Inhaling “vaporized poison” causes chemical burns in lungs Most teens, and many adults, are unaware of the dangers A third
Read moreGreat Dental Health Must Start Early
Maintaining proper oral health matters more than just keeping a sparkling smile – it’s also important for good overall health.
Read moreCDC: Suicide Rates Increased 24% Since ’99
call for help Call (214) 828-1000 to speak to a volunteer at the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas
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