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Health & Science

All vaccinated adults could soon be eligible for a Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot

Jane Greenhalgh, NPR

Posted on November 17, 2021 · The Food and Drug Administration is expected to announce later this week that it is authorizing boosters for people 18 or older, even if they aren't at risk for severe disease.

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Health & Science

Houston health institutions prepare for COVID-19 vaccine approval for younger kids

Kyra Buckley / Matt Harab

Posted on October 27, 2021 · Once final approval is given Houston health officials say addressing vaccine hesitancy in parents and reaching underserved communities will be key.

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FDA advisory panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11

Joe Neel, NPR

Posted on October 26, 2021 · After some debate, a group of scientists advising the FDA concluded that the vaccine's benefits outweigh its risks for young children.

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Health & Science

Hundreds Of Texans Are Ingesting Livestock Dewormer To Prevent COVID-19 — Against FDA Advice

David Martin Davies, Texas Public Radio (TPR) / Dan Katz, Texas Public Radio

Posted on August 26, 2021 · Despite a warning against ingesting ivermectin, the product is sold out at ranch and feed stores.

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August TV Drive is ongoing! Visionary Leader Andrea Bryant $25k matching challenge

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

Michael Hagerty

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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With new guidance, CDC ends test-to-stay for schools and relaxes COVID rules

WILL STONE, NPR / Pien Huang, NPR

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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Health & Science

New COVID vaccine option being administered through Harris County

Celeste Schurman

Posted on August 8, 2022 · The Novavax vaccine is now the fourth vaccine available in the on-going fight against Covid-19.

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