FDA Commissioner Promises Science, Not Politics, Will Determine Approval Of Coronavirus Vaccine
"We have urgency but we are not going to cut any corners in respect to our review of it," said FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn.
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"We have urgency but we are not going to cut any corners in respect to our review of it," said FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn.
A Department of State Health Services spokesperson said the agency is working with the Centers for Disease Control, which has warned a vaccine could be available soon.
Experts hope that already-established practices, such as social distancing and wearing masks, will keep numbers down.
Pharmacists in all 50 states are now allowed to give childhood vaccinations under a new directive aimed at preventing future outbreaks of measles and other preventable diseases.
The precautions people are taking to prevent getting COVID-19 could also decrease the number of flu cases this fall.
Depending on the type of vaccine, this improved version of the protein could reduce the size of each dose or speed up vaccine production."
Data from Scientific American shows vaccination rates dropped to just 44% in Texas during March of this year.
Along with 1,214 new cases, Dallas County reported a 16% increase in new hospitalizations Monday.
Tarrant County business owners who spoke to CBS 11 News say they support the new mask requirement, even if customers don't.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is asking the Commissioner's Court to consider an order requiring masks at businesses in Dallas County.
Texas has seen more than 1,000 new positive coronavirus cases in six out of the last seven days.
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden will reopen on Monday, June 1st but with many changes in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Current antibody tests help determine if a person has had the novel coronavirus, but there are serious questions about whether they work.
Though health officials admit a vaccine for the coronavirus is months away, a research facility in Texas is among those in the U.S. working on it.
The Fort Worth school district will disinfect campuses when students leave for Spring Break in March, part of a plan to prepare for the possible spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Dr. Manjusha Gaglani helped author the study showing the vaccine performed well this season with a 55% effectiveness rate in children.
Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin recently made a critical discovery, creating the first 3D atomic scale map of the virus. It will help scientists develop a vaccine.
The victim was 85 years old and lived in Cedar Hill.
School districts are urging parents to get their children a flu shot if they haven't already, and to sanitize their children's backpacks and send them off with hand sanitizer.
Flu cases are on the rise in North Texas, and the worst is yet to come.
Looking to avoid those last-minute, long lines at health department headquarters, the department is hosting immunization clinics in the Dallas community.
New research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows two investigational Ebola treatments used in an ongoing outbreak could help patients recover from the deadly illness.
In the last couple of weeks, numerous North Texas schools have closed due to flu outbreaks and there are currently 9 cases of measles in the state.
It's still swimsuit season in North Texas but, the flu bug doesn't care. Doctors are urging those in high risk categories (and even those that aren't) to get vaccinated now.
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting 59 mumps cases in Dallas County for 2017.
Arlington police said it doesn't appear anything was stolen from either victim.
Arlington police said the man had "extensive trauma all over his body."
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
The death of music star Liam Payne has thrust "pink cocaine," sometimes also called Tusi, into the national spotlight. The National Drug Early Warning System predicted its rise back in 2023.
His office asked for "thoughts and prayers" during this "challenging time."
The Potter's House Church shared in a statement that Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Arlington police said it doesn't appear anything was stolen from either victim.
Arlington police said the man had "extensive trauma all over his body."
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
The death of music star Liam Payne has thrust "pink cocaine," sometimes also called Tusi, into the national spotlight. The National Drug Early Warning System predicted its rise back in 2023.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
A Collin County man is facing an extremely rare traffic citation after an encounter that was caught on video.
The CBS Data Team learned there are about 5600 mail thefts reported every year in the North Texas region- that's more than 15 reported thefts a day.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
A newly filed bill by State Representative Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, would require social media platforms to verify a new user is 18 or older. The legislation would also allow the Texas Attorney General to target a social media platform if there are minors on the platform. Patterson told Jack about the bill, and also discussed the upcoming Texas House Speaker's race.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Cook Children's Medical Center has reported a record-high number of visits for respiratory viruses.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Seventeen thousand workers depend on those containers to arrive by train or truck transport inside southern Dallas County’s International Inland Port.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Elliott Hill is a TCU graduate and currently serves on the school's board of trustees.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, and the Washington Commanders lost to the Dallas Cowboys 34-26 extend their skid to three games.
The announcement comes days after the Wings won the first pick in the 2025 WNBA draft.
The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week.
After another home blowout, fans are left wondering what to look forward to with seven games remaining.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
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.
