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How safe is Texas regarding COVID-19? New study may surprise you

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Published  October 14, 2022 2:23pm CDT
Coronavirus
FOX 26 Houston

How is Harris County faring with current COVID-19 cases as we approach flu season?

**EDITOR'S NOTE: The video above is from a previous report** As we approach flu season and with COVID-19 cases finally slowing down, Harris County leaders are still urging residents to stay boosted.

HOUSTON - While the COVID-19 pandemic impacted our entire world, things are finally slowing down, some states have gotten safer than others with respect to transmission and getting people vaccinated. 

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In fact, a recent study from WalletHub ranked Texas among the top 10 safest states during COVID-19. Their findings showed Texas to be 8th when it came to death rates and 7th for level of community transmission. 

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Texas was ranked right in front of Nevada, but outranked by Maryland. Alaska and Florida, meanwhile, took the title of the safest states during COVID-19.

To see the full report and how other states fared in comparison, click here.