Coronavirus, Education, Health, National, National News, News, Shareable Stories, Sunrise, Top Stories
FDA says it's working as fast as possible to fully approve vaccines, as urgency rises amid Covid surge
Originally Published: 29 JUL 21 06:03 ET Updated: 29 JUL 21 08:11 ET By Kristen Holmes, Jen Christensen, Jeff Zeleny and Tara Subramaniam, CNN (CNN) -- The US Food and Drug Administration insists it is working as quickly as possible…
Coronavirus, Education, Health, National, National Breaking News, National News, News, Shareable Stories, Sunrise, Top Stories
Pfizer data suggest third dose of Covid-19 vaccine 'strongly' boosts protection against Delta variant
Originally Published: 28 JUL 21 08:55 ET By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) -- A third dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine can "strongly" boost protection against the Delta variant -- beyond the protection afforded by the standard two doses,…
Local doctor suggests more people get fully vaccinated this summer
VICTORIA, Texas - One local doctor wants more people vaccinated in order to stay protected from COVID-19 this summer. Dr. Sidney Ontai a family physician with…
30 new COVID-19 cases in Victoria County Tuesday
The Victoria County Public Health Department said there are 30 new COVID-19 cases recorded on Tuesday.
COVID-19 vaccine information event Wednesday in Victoria
The Texas Department of State Health Services will hold pop-up events at Walmart locations across the state to talk with parents and families about the importance of vaccination for younger Texans as they prepare for next school year and as the Delta variant spreads more widely in Texas.
74 new COVID-19 cases in Victoria County Monday
The Victoria County Public Health department said there are 74 new COVID-19 cases recorded on Monday.
Driscoll Health Plan is offering two new services
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – Driscoll Health Plan's two new services for its members are the Positive Parenting Program and One Call. Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) The Positive Parenting Program, also known as Triple P, is a parenting program that…
6 ways to develop endurance and achieve your goals
Here are six key things you can do to develop and maintain endurance, according to experts who have worked with coaches and athletes on physical and mental stamina.
A winning edge for the Olympics and everyday life: Focusing on what you're trying to accomplish rather than what's going on with your body
How do you get to the Olympics? Practice, practice, practice … but also know what to concentrate on during the heat of competition.
Covid-19 surges nationwide putting mask mandates back on the table
Originally Published: 24 JUL 21 02:47 ET Updated: 24 JUL 21 13:44 ET By Travis Caldwell, CNN (CNN) -- While the need for mask wearing never fully dissipated during the pandemic, guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and…
The Olympics' pandemic playbook is put to the test
Originally Published: 24 JUL 21 06:58 ET Updated: 24 JUL 21 11:41 ET By Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent (CNN) -- When I first told my medical colleagues that I would be traveling 14 hours to Tokyo,…
What to expect on Community Crossroads
VICTORIA, Texas - Here's a look at what to expect this weekend on Community Crossroads. We hear from the City of Victoria, Victoria I.S.D., the Southside Community Coalition, and…
Biden administration debates a series of steps to contain the Covid-19 pandemic
Originally Published: 24 JUL 21 09:00 ET By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) -- The Biden administration is debating a series of steps to further contain the Covid-19 pandemic, which, after 18 months, is again surging in parts of the…
Victoria physician celebrates 92nd birthday
VICTORIA, Texas - DeTar Medical Group physician Larry Riedel, MD, celebrates his 92 birthday this week. Dr. Riedel joined the DeTar Healthcare System medical staff in…
24 new COVID-19 cases in Victoria County Friday
The Victoria County Public Health Department said there are 24 new COVID-19 cases recorded on Friday.
Georgia family mourns 5-year-old boy's death from Covid-19
Originally Published: 22 JUL 21 17:22 ET Updated: 23 JUL 21 13:57 ET By David Williams, CNN (CNN) -- A family in Georgia is mourning after a 5-year-old boy -- described as someone who had "nothing but pure love" --…
