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Staying safe from COVID-19 during the holidays isn’t a one size fits all approach

Jack Williams

Posted on December 9, 2021 · As the holiday's approach, Dr. Bradley Lembcke, the chief medical officer at St. Luke's Health, gives advice on how to measure risks amid the pandemic.

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Health & Science

Nearly 2 Million People In Texas Are Overdue For A 2nd Dose Of The COVID-19 Vaccine

Kevin Reynolds, Texas Tribune

Posted on September 15, 2021 · More than 11% of those who received their first dose haven’t gotten a second shot, and more than 1 million people are more than 90 days overdue.

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New COVID guidelines, and addressing the crisis in the teaching profession (Aug. 15, 2022)

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Posted on August 15, 2022 · On Monday's show: We take a closer look at the CDC's new COVID guidelines, we discuss ways to address the crisis in the teaching profession, a local veterinarian answers your questions, and we consider the impact of putting kids under the spotlight of events like the Little League World Series.

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Posted on August 11, 2022 · Revised guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention looks to minimize COVID-19's disruption of daily life while conceding that the pandemic isn't over.

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A new MAGA: Mothers Against Greg Abbott mobilizes against the incumbent governor seeking a third term

Patrick Svitek, Texas Tribune

Posted on August 11, 2022 · Mothers Against Greg Abbott has grown into a potent political force in the governor’s race, with a membership of over 50,000 on Facebook. The group recently caught more attention after releasing ads that have gone viral on social media.

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Houston doctor suspended for vaccine misinformation files $25 million defamation lawsuit against Methodist Hospital

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on July 25, 2022 · The lawsuit accuses Methodist Hospital and Methodist CEO Marc Boom of making "false and defamatory" statements about Dr. Mary Bowden, an ear, nose, and throat doctor in River Oaks.

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