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Ask the Doctor: Will We See A “Triple-demic” of COVID, Flu, and RSV? Plus, the Latest on the Zero-COVID Policy Protests in China
Posted on · Our experts address concerns over the spread of illness, especially during the holiday season.
Tag: flu season
Health & Science
Flu season hits Houston area earlier than usual
Posted on · More than 3 percent of reported doctors visits in Harris County during the first week of November were related to the flu or other respiratory viral infections, compared to 1.7 percent in early October, according to the Houston Health Department.
Health & Science
Galveston reports 900 flu cases, significantly higher than usual for October
Posted on · Officials said the numbers typically seen this time of year are “enough you can count on one hand.”
Health & Science
Flu season in Texas beginning earlier than usual; expert recommends not waiting for flu shot
Posted on · The current numbers of flu cases throughout the Houston area aren't usually seen until December or January.
Health & Science
Health experts urge Texans to get vaccinated ahead of flu season
Posted on · The Texas Medical Association is urging people to get flu shots due to concerns flu season could be worse this year with fewer people masking and crowds gathering again.
Health & Science
Get Your Flu Shot! Flu Cases In Houston Expected To Increase
Posted on · Currently between 1,300 and 1,600 people with flu-like illnesses are going to emergency rooms in Houston every week.
News
More Than 130 North Texans Have Died From The Flu. Here’s How To Protect Yourself
Posted on · Texas currently ranks at No. 4 among the 10 states with the highest flu activity
News
First Flu-Related Child Death Of Season Reported In Harris County
Posted on · There have been 84 flu-related deaths of children across the country
News
Flu Outbreak Closes Another School in Dallas Area; Teacher Dies From Flu Complications
Posted on · The North Texas area has been particularly hit this flu season
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Flu Season Rages On, Hitting Baby Boomers Unusually Hard
Posted on · Flu is widespread throughout the country, according to latest federal numbers. Those 65 and older are the most affected, but baby boomers are ending up in the hospital at an unusually high rate
Houston Matters
Why Are Houston Flu Cases Up This Year?
Posted on · A Houston expert says the type of flu virus going around this season is the reason why infections, hospitalizations, and mortality are up this year.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Flu Season In Houston, And Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson (Jan. 12, 2018)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We learn more about the severity of flu season in the region. Then, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about the challenges science faces these days. Plus, our non-experts discuss The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly of the week's news. And we meet a marathon runner who is legally blind.
News
Flu Season Causing Shortages At Houston Hospitals
Posted on · The number of people dealing with the flu this season is causing shortages at local hospitals and Hurricane Maria is adding to the problem
News
Texas Is In For A Rough Flu Season This Winter
Posted on · This year’s flu vaccine is far less effective than usual
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Widespread Flu Activity In Texas Poses Issues For Vaccines
Posted on · This year's vaccine has been less effective than usual because it doesn't cover the strain that's going around