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COVID-19 In Greater Houston

More than half of Houston households continue to face pandemic financial struggles, survey says

Posted on October 20, 2021 · Nearly 60% of Houston households say they’re falling behind on basic expenses like rent, car payments, medical bills and food.

Health & Science

Report: Reluctance To Vaccinate Hurting Texas’ Ability To Respond To Public Health Threats

Posted on May 8, 2019 · An annual study of public health security showed Texas is lagging the nation when it comes to vaccination against both childhood illnesses and influenza.

Business

Houston-area home prices jumped during the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on June 22, 2022 · The median sales price of a home is now $285,000 in Harris County and $315,000 in Houston.

Health & Science

Houston begins COVID-19 vaccinations for children under 5

Posted on June 22, 2022 · The doses have been tailored for young children, at one-quarter of the adult dose for Moderna and one-tenth the adult dose for Pfizer.

Houston Matters

COVID vaccine for young kids, Make Music Day in Houston, and the co-creator of ‘Deadpool’ (June 21, 2022)

Posted on June 21, 2022 · On Tuesday's show: A pediatrician discusses the approval of the COVID vaccine for children as young as 6 months. We celebrate Make Music Day in Houston with some live performances. And we talk with Fabian Nicieza, the co-creator of the Marvel character Deadpool.

Houston Matters

An increase in COVID levels, and Houston pet peeves (June 6, 2022)

Posted on June 6, 2022 · On Monday's show: Will a rise in COVID levels in Houston lead to an increase in hospitalizations in the coming weeks? Plus, Houstonians vent about their pet peeves. And we get an update on sports.

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COVID-19 In Greater Houston

More than half of Houston households continue to face pandemic financial struggles, survey says

Health & Science

Report: Reluctance To Vaccinate Hurting Texas’ Ability To Respond To Public Health Threats

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