Data suggests 'likely' link between COVID-19 mRNA vaccines, rare heart issues in teens, CDC panel says
The COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Technical (VaST) World Group presented their findings on Wednesday which suggested heart inflammation was a side effect found in young adults and adolescents who got the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.
Health experts worry drop in vaccine demand could cause 'southern surge'
Health experts are warning of a southern surge of COVID-19 as the demand for vaccines drops. Dr. David Persse with the Houston Health Department discusses vaccine demand in the city and the impact.
More than 150 employees at Houston hospital who refused to get COVID-19 vaccine have resigned or been fired
More than 150 employees at a Houston hospital, who have refused to the COVID-19 vaccine have either resigned or been fired, but these employees tell us the fight is not over.
Customers can get $25 Walgreens Cash for receiving COVID-19 vaccine
Customers who get the COVID-19 vaccine at Walgreens this week can get $25 in Walgreens Cash rewards to apply to in-store purchases. Here's how.
70% of Americans 30 and older get COVID-19 shot, White House says
White House officials are now redoubling focus on vaccinating younger Americans age 18-26, who have proved to be least likely to get a vaccine when it's available for them.
Daily COVID-19 deaths in US hit lowest point since early pandemic
The U.S. is reaching a pair of encouraging milestones as the COVID-19 pandemic’s grip on the nation continues to loosen. COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. have dipped below 300 a day for the first time since the outbreak's early days in March 2020.
Palestinians call off 1M dose COVID-19 vaccine exchange with Israel
The Palestinian Authority called off an agreement whereby Israel would transfer 1M doses of vaccines to it in exchange for the same later this year.
Novavax says COVID-19 vaccine about 90% effective in large study
A Novavax large-stage study in the U.S. and Mexico found that its COVID-19 vaccine was about 90% effective overall and protected against variants.
Hospital workers plan to appeal judge's decision to reject lawsuit against mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy
Houston Methodist Hospital system has suspended 178 staff members without pay, and if they don’t get vaccinated for COVID-19 by June 21st, they’ll be fired. So far, 117 of the employees have sued to overturn the new COVID-19 vaccine requirement.
Mass COVID-19 vaccination sites supported by DOD pared down to 5
The Department of Defense is withdrawing from several mass COVID-19 vaccination centers where it was providing operational support, leaving personnel at only five as vaccination rates slow in many areas.
'Joints for Jabs': Dispensaries in Washington can offer joints for vaccines
First, it was free beer. Then, it was the chance for cash and loads of other prizes. Now, it's “Joints for Jabs.”
Dozens of Houston Methodist employees walk out of job in protest of mandatory vaccine
As the clock struck 7 p.m. on Monday, dozens of Houston Methodist employees walked out of their jobs after the hospital put in place a mandatory vaccine deadline.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
117 Houston Methodist employees plan walkout on final day to get vaccinated before entering unpaid suspension
The hospital told FOX 26, the employees will enter a two-week unpaid suspension starting Tuesday, after which they’ll be terminated, unless they change their minds and get the shot.
Free COVID-19 vaccinations available at 21 Houston Health Department affiliated sites this week
The Houston Health Department is announcing the schedule for sites offering free first doses of COVID-19 vaccine during the week of June 7, 2021. 21 health department-affiliated free vaccination sites are on the schedule for the week.
Slowed COVID-19 vaccinations endanger Biden’s July 4 goal
Dangling everything from sports tickets to a free beer, President Biden is looking for that extra something — anything — that will get people to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 shots.
Hospital workers prepare to be fired for not getting COVID-19 vaccine
A mandatory COVID-19 vaccine mandate begins Monday for Houston Methodist Hospital. Employees have been told if they don’t get a COVID-19 shot by then, they’ll be fired.
Nearly 100 second dose COVID-19 vaccines administered to Houston's Asian American community
The event was hosted by the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association (VCSA) which Teresa Trinh, president of the organization, says was to help make the vaccine more accessible for other members of Houston's Asian community.
Texas saw a nearly 80 percent change in unemployment claims since 2020
As the fight against COVID-19 wages on, the U.S. has seen some remarkable progress, and according to WalletHub, this is most notable in the job market.
Harris Co. students could win $5K scholarship for getting COVID-19 vaccine
Through a new raffle program, Harris County is providing scholarships to residents under the age of 18 who receive a COVID-19 vaccine from any Harris County Public Health vaccination site. Here's what you need to know.