Following the arrival of additional COVID-19 vaccines from the state, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is now in the process of administering doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to eligible Phase 1a individuals. On December 23rd, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) delivered 3,000 doses to HCPH to support county efforts to vaccinate eligible recipients who may not already be served by the first round of the Pfizer vaccine. As part of this […]
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UHV Nursing Program Recognized As Top Program In State
The University of Houston-Victoria nursing program recently was recognized as one of the best nursing programs in Texas by a national nursing website. Nursing Schools Almanac, an online guide to nursing schools in the U.S., named the university’s Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program as one of the state’s top 75 nursing programs for 2020. “We are excited to be included in this list of top nursing programs,” said Tara Vaughn, UHV […]
Second COVID-19 Vaccine Authorized for Emergency Use
Christmas is almost here, the second COVID-19 vaccine is authorized for emergency use and it’s still critically important you get tested and take precautions to prevent getting the virus. Cases and hospitalizations are climbing in Harris County and unfortunately, holiday gatherings are expected to fuel that trend. Celebrate the holidays in safe ways. Either share your holiday traditions virtually or keep your gatherings small, 10 people or less. Wash your hands frequently and wear masks […]
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Offers Online Family & Children’S Activities In January
Because of the COVID-19 social-distancing recommendations, Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Cinco Ranch Branch Library is continuing to offer children’s programming virtually this winter and spring, so that families can participate from the comfort and safety of home! Videos of Mother Goose Time, Toddler Time, Preschool Story Time, After-School Breaks, and Middle School Programs will be posted on the online Virtual calendar on FBCL’s website each week. Several special online Family Programs, for children of all ages, […]
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Houston Provides Guidance For a Safe, Yet Fun, Holiday
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH), safety is always a guiding principle, and this year safety takes on even more meaning as COVID-19 continues to be a major public health concern. That’s why it is important to stay vigilant and observe best practices during the holidays to keep children, teens, parents, grandparents and other family members and friends safe and healthy. The holidays can still be fun and meaningful with a little […]
Harris County Educators and Parents Hold Protest and Vigil on Day Before National Sick-Out
Demand Suspension of STAAR Testing, Proper COVID-19 Safety Measures, and Fully-Funded Schools Parents, teachers, and students from at least six Houston area school districts are demanding that the Governor and state legislature cancel STAAR testing, implement adequate safety measures to stop COVID deaths, and fully fund public schools. The districts include Houston ISD, Aldine ISD, Pasadena ISD, Spring Branch ISD, Alvin ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, and others. The vigil comes the day before a December 15 […]
As Vaccine Arrives, COVID-19 Precautions and Testing Are Still Critical
Cases and Hospitalizations Increasing Rapidly Some local hospitals will be receiving COVID-19 vaccine this week for their staffs. The supply is limited until more vaccine is produced, so groups of people will be vaccinated in phases. There should be enough for everyone sometime in 2021. The current increase in COVID-19 cases is concerning because we won’t see the full impact of the Thanksgiving holiday for another week or two, close to Christmas time. Our best […]
Houston Va Selected As One Of 37 VA Sites To Receive Initial Doses Of Covid-19 Vaccine
The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center today announced that it has been selected as one of 37 VA sites to receive initial doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Houston VA was selected for its ability to vaccinate large numbers of people and store the vaccines at extremely cold temperatures. In accordance with Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, the Houston VA will begin vaccinating health care personnel and Veterans in VA’s long-term health care […]
DPS Expanding Hours at Select Driver License Offices
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is offering extended office hours at participating driver license (DL) offices across the state, beginning in 2021. Starting Jan. 4, office hours at the designated offices will be expanded to 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday. (Current business hours at those offices are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Customers can begin making appointments for these new time slots immediately. The longer office […]
Share Love and Memories During the Holidays, Not COVID-19
Find Ways to Feel Close to Loved Ones Without Being Close A COVID-19 vaccine is coming soon, but there won’t be enough for all of us until sometime in 2021. Meanwhile cases are surging in our community, hospitals are filling up and the holiday season is here. In the meantime, we need to find creative ways to enjoy this holiday season and keep ourselves and loved ones safe. Getting tested is a good start since 4 in 10 infected people don’t […]