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CDC finds flu shots 42% effective this season, better than some recent years
The latest data comes as the FDA is weighing a major revision to the flu shots.
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The latest data comes as the FDA is weighing a major revision to the flu shots.
In the middle of winter virus season, CBS News Texas wanted to bust some of the most common myths about the flu and other common illnesses this time of year.
Parents believe that this year's flu season has been the worst for students, and doctors confirm that the numbers are increasing.
From Dallas to Fort Worth, hospitals are seeing another wave of flu cases in both adults and young kids.
Due to outbreaks of flu, COVID-19 and other illnesses, many North Texas school districts will be closed the rest of the week.
The dashboard shows trends of the "big three" respiratory viruses most likely to cause serious disease this time of year.
"It will probably be a bad respiratory season, our positivity rate here at Cook Children's is around 30%."
A few weeks ago, an FDA advisory panel found a common decongestant in a lot of over the cold medicine doesn't work.
Flu cases start popping up around North Texas in late September.
Doctors say to be ready, it could be a tough flu season.
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first combination test for flu and COVID-19 that can be used at home, giving consumers an easy way to determine if a runny nose is caused by either disease.
Symptoms for dog flu include a cough, runny nose, fever and reduced appetite, according to the CDC.
COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and even an increase in strep throat cases are making many North Texans sick right now.
New numbers show that COVID infections are making a holiday return, the case count in Dallas county nearly doubling in just a couple of weeks.
COVID is making a "holiday comeback," and experts recommend getting vaccinated.
An infant reportedly died of the flu in Dallas this week, the first of this season and the first child in over three years. Experts explain what parents can do to protect themselves and their kids.
Dallas County Health & Human Services has reported its first pediatric flu death this year.
Over the last week, 800 patients at Cook Children's Medical Center have tested positive for the flu, and that's as many as anyone can remember.
It might be tempting to blame the sudden change in weather for your sniffles and sneezes, but local doctors say they were fighting a trifecta of viruses before the cold front arrived: COVID-19, flu and RSV.
Right now, the CDC shows Texas as one of four states nationwide with a high level of respiratory illnesses. Children are being particularly affected.
With the cooler weather traditionally comes flu season. And, this year, there's a new option to help protect older Americans from getting sick.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
After four years in college and five years in the minors, the versatile 28-year-old Cleveland Guardians player made the All-Star team in his first full season in the big leagues.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
After four years in college and five years in the minors, the versatile 28-year-old Cleveland Guardians player made the All-Star team in his first full season in the big leagues.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Three Republican National Convention delegates from North Texas discuss former President Trump entering the convention hall two days after being shot, his Vice President pick, and more.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
Monica De La Cruz, R-15th Congressional District, told Jack FInk that she'll talk about the top concerns for Americans, including inflation. "Families all across this nation are struggling to put food on the table. I'm also going to talk about the men and women who've been forgotten by the Biden administration due to Biden's lack of securing our border."
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.
The defending champions won seven of their last 10 games to enter the All-Star break in third place in the AL West.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
There is a good chance for some much-appreciated rain on Thursday.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink looks at Day 2 of the Republican National Convention, which included speeches from U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson.
The video of Ingrid Andress' performance of the national anthem at the MLB Homerun Derby has gone viral and baseball fans are reacting. "It was terrible," fan Linda Albrecht said. "We've seen her before and she was delightful and so it was very upsetting."
Former Grapevine High star David Fry’s journey to the MLB All-Star game has been remarkable. After four years in college and five years in the minors, the multi-talented Cleveland Guardians player has become an All-Star in his first full season in the big leagues.
Musk said the "final straw" in his decision was a new California law that bans school districts from passing policies requiring schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.