Most kids with MIS-C had mild COVID-19, some also developed neurological symptoms, research shows

New research has found that most kids with a serious inflammatory illness linked to the coronavirus had no COVID-19 symptoms or just mild ones. Another small study found that many MIS-C patients also suffered neurological symptoms.

Granddaughters of women exposed to DDT have 2-3 times higher chance of obesity, early periods, study says

A recent study found that granddaughters of women who were exposed to the now-banned chemical pesticide, DDT, have 2-3 times higher chances of experiencing obesity and earlier periods.

Pollen could play role increased COVID-19 infection rates, study suggests

The spring season correlates with increased pollen counts, and according to a new study, the common allergen could be making COVID-19 infection rates worse.

Lake Travis school board candidate faces assault charge in mask incident

A woman running for a seat on the Lake Travis school board is facing an assault charge after she allegedly shoved a store employee after not following their masking rules.

J&J COVID-19 vaccine pause to remain in place while officials seek more evidence on rare clots

The pause on Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine will remain in place for now after U.S. health advisers said they need more evidence to make any decision about the rare blood clots reported.

2 new studies find UK B.1.1.7 coronavirus variant more transmissible, but not linked to COVID-19 severity

Two new studies analyzing the worrisome B.1.1.7 coronavirus variant that first emerged in the U.K. found that while the strain is more transmissible, it did not appear to cause more severe COVID-19 illness.

'Zoom in a Room:' California ranks last in the country for reopening schools

California, the most populated state is lagging the rest of the country in reopening schools — and in some cases offering options that parents say are unacceptable.

Moderna CEO says company anticipates ‘a lot of variants’ of coronavirus in next year

Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel said he anticipates the world will see many coronavirus variants over “the next year or so” and hopes to have a booster shot by the fall.

NFL says more than 2M COVID-19 vaccines administered at its stadiums

The NFL announced Wednesday that more than 2 million COVID-19 vaccinations have been administered at its stadiums and facilities since starting the campaign earlier this year.

Pandemic-related cuts in cancer screening, surgery have doctors worried
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Dr. Shaun McKenzie, a surgical oncologist with Texas Oncology and St. David's Medical Center, talks about how there were fewer cancer screenings last year because of the pandemic.

Urgent need to collect more data on long-term impacts of COVID on kids
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Dr. Kumar talks about how the American Academy of Pediatrics and Children's Hospital Association are collecting and sharing data on COVID and kids.

Annual 420 cannabis celebration at Golden Gate Park canceled once again

City officials again canceled the 420 cannabis celebration in Golden Gate Park due to state and local restrictions on large gatherings.

Time's up for Texans who need to renew driver’s licenses, registrations

A heads up for procrastinating drivers -- if you’ve been putting off renewing your license or registration during the pandemic, your time is up.

Texas DSHS recommends pause on J&J vaccine administration

The news about the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine may be alarming, but some health officials say people shouldn't worry.