Houston woman becomes nurse in honor of her beloved mother
We're highlighting a local nurse this National Nurse's Week, who unfortunately lost her more than a decade ago, but witnessing her mom's illness prompted her to switch careers and become a nurse.
UH honoring nurses, encouraging aspiring students for National Nurses Week
It's National Nurses' Week, a time to appreciate those who are on the front lines of healthcare every single day, and who put themselves at risk to help us all get through a global pandemic.
Deputy nearly dies from COVID-19 after catching virus while trying to save man's life
A deputy who was given a 10% chance of surviving COVID-19 is now back at work after battling the virus the last 5 months.
Houston-based online memorial COVID-19 Wall of Memories honored on launch date anniversary
On Tuesday, the city of Houston recognized the virtual memorial with a proclamation that January 4th would be known as COVID-19 Wall of Memories Day. The website was also selected to be part of the U.S. Library of Congress.
As nursing shortage is compounded by pandemic, the University of St. Thomas strives to help meet the need
At a time when nurses are leaving the field, a local university is looking to help meet the needs through an accelerated nursing degree program. A graduate of that nursing program is switching careers to work on the front line of the battle.
'Why didn't I get vaccinated?' ER doc says that's what he's hearing most from COVID patients
COVID-19 cases are on the rise, hospitals are filling up and many non-vaccinated and COVID-19 patients are voicing their regret to ER doctors.
Barbie honors COVID-19 pandemic heroes with custom dolls
Barbie launches six new dolls honoring women in STEM who have become heroes during the pandemic.
Houston-area educators going above and beyond during COVID-19 pandemic
Aldine ISD's Johnson Elementary has created a CARES Team to keep COVID cases down and keep a connection with families during the pandemic.
Local company hopes to help with shortage of healthcare professionals during pandemic
At the height of the pandemic, healthcare workers, particularly nurses, are in higher demand than ever. But the supply pool isn’t keeping up.
Texas mom writes 'Santa letters' for front-line parents this Christmas
A Texas mom is helping parents working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas by crafting special letters from Santa Claus.
IRS reaching out to millions who have not claimed $1,200 stimulus check
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
‘Button Project’ allows children to see the smiling faces behind the masks at children’s hospitals
A new project displays medical staff’s smiling faces on buttons to reassure and comfort children who are visiting hospitals.
South Korea honors health workers, highlights importance of handwashing in elaborate drone light show
A drone light show was produced in Seoul on July 7 as a gesture of thanks and also to highlight the protective measures needed to combat the virus.
Inside a Houston hospital's COVID-19 unit as numbers surge
In this FOX 26 special report, we take a look inside a Houston hospital's COVID-19 unit.
7-year-old throws personal prom for babysitter after hers was canceled
You’re never too young to plan, and then throw, a prom.
Matthew McConaughey, Camila hit the road to deliver masks to rural hospitals in Texas
The 110-thousand masks were donated by the luxury vehicle Lincoln.
Mattel expands #ThankYouHeroes toy collection to drive donations to pandemic’s front line workers
Mattel has announced they will be expanding their #ThankYouHeroes toy collection to continue honoring those who are battling COVID-19 on the front lines.
More than 4,000 health care workers from NY hospital hit hard by COVID-19 gifted free vacations
American Airlines has partnered with Hyatt Hotels Corporation to reward medical staff currently working at a New York City hospital hit hard by the novel coronavirus with complimentary vacations once they are able to take time off for themselves.
Pandemic highlights the plight of nurses here in Houston and worldwide
While statistics show more men dying from COVID-19 than women, 73 percent of health care workers falling ill from COVID-19 are women.
The Salvation Army steps up services to meet high demands during COVID-19 pandemic
The Salvation Army says it has stepped up services to meet the dramatic demand for food and shelter during the COVID-19 pandemic.