N95 masks: How often can they be reused?
How many times can I reuse my N95 mask? Here's what you need to know.
Rise in pediatric COVID infections, challenges to patients topic of APH update
Austin Public Health and Dr. Sarmistha Hauger spoke about the effects of COVID-19 on pediatric patients.
Omicron pushes Texas ICUs to the brink, less than 300 beds left
A staffing crisis and the surge from the omicron variant have pushed the number of Texas ICU beds to a new record low.
iPhone Face ID with mask option now available for some with latest Apple update
The function identifies the top portion of a user’s face in order to unlock a device, making it potentially less secure which is why Apple is allowing consumers to opt-in or out to use it.
CDC adds 15 more destinations to ‘high risk’ travel list
According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.
US economy showed 5.7% growth last year, rebounding from 2020 recession
The American economy bounced back last year with resilience from 2020′s brief but devastating coronavirus recession.
Unemployment claims drop for the first time in a month
The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims fell by 30,000 to 260,000 last week, slightly less than the 265,000 analysts were expecting.
Denmark ends most virus restrictions, ready to 'welcome the life we knew before'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
Hospital patient who refused COVID-19 vaccine denied heart transplant
A Boston hospital is defending itself after a man’s family claimed he was denied a new heart for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
How Fed interest rate hikes could impact mortgages, car loans, card rates
Will mortgage rates go up? How about car loans? Credit cards? How about those nearly invisible rates on bank CDs — any chance of getting a few dollars more?
Navy discharges 1st active-duty sailors for vaccine refusal
The Navy said Tuesday that it has discharged 23 active-duty sailors for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, marking the first time it has thrown currently serving sailors out of the military over the mandatory shots.
South Carolina bill would make it illegal to ask vaccine status
The potential penalty for asking someone about their COVID-19 vaccine status would carry a $14,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
Health official won’t participate in Mardi Gras parade citing threats amid pandemic
Mardi Gras is taking place this year despite rising COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant.
Austin ISD is considering closing schools for two Fridays in the spring
To offer some measure of stress relief during the pandemic, Austin ISD administration is proposing to close schools on two Fridays this spring.
Central Texas hits fourth peak in COVID-19 case numbers, APH says
It appears the case numbers from the omicron variant in Central Texas have finally appeared to hit their ceiling.
Biden administration officially withdraws COVID-19 vaccine rule
The Biden administration has officially withdrawn a rule that would have required workers at big companies to get vaccinated or face regular COVID testing requirements.
Expecting a 2022 tax refund? Tips for getting your money back faster
The 2022 tax season is officially underway, and the IRS has a few tips for Americans looking to get their tax refund as quickly as possible.
Elton John tests positive for COVID-19, postpones Dallas shows
Music legend Elton John was forced to cancel his two Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour shows in Dallas this week after testing positive for COVID-19.