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Tuesday, Mar 29

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FDA Authorizes Second Booster Of COVID Vaccine For Ages 50 And Over

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More than 34 million Americans age 50 and older could soon be eligible to receive another booster shot, after the Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it had authorized a new round of the Moderna or Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19…

Wednesday, Mar 16

12

Sleep Week: From Brain Health And Melatonin, To Bedtime Consistency

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One in three adults aren’t getting a good night’s sleep according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That can have major impacts on your health and mental well-being.

Monday, Mar 14

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Sleep Week: Safe Sleep With A New Baby

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While it may be tempting to cuddle up with baby, experts say there are some rules to follow for the safety of your family.

Friday, Feb 18

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FDA Recalls 3 Powdered Infant Formulas Manufactured At Abbott Michigan Plant

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The Food and Drug Administration said it is investigating four reports of infants who were hospitalized after consuming the formula, including one who died.

Friday, Feb 4

3 Deaths Have Been Linked To Listeria Outbreaks Affecting Dole & Fresh Express Packaged Salads

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The CDC says 27 people are sick, 23 are hospitalized, and three are dead across several states due to two listeria outbreaks linked to prepackaged salads.

Wednesday, Jan 26

02

Study: COVID-19 May Raise Risk Of Diabetes In Children

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A new study by the CDC shows a possible link between COVID-19 and Type-1 diabetes in pediatric patients.

Wednesday, Jan 12

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Doctors Suggest Pacing Your ‘New Year Motivation’ And Easing Into Working Out

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If you're getting back into the exercise game after a time out, doctors suggest starting from a baseline you remember being easy.

Monday, Jan 10

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A Medical First: US Patient Gets Pig Heart Transplant

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While it’s too soon to know if the operation really will work, it marks a step in the decades-long quest to one day use animal organs for life-saving transplants.

Thursday, Jan 6

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Kids Winter Sweaters Made With Lead Paint Zippers Recalled

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Excessive levels of lead can be toxic or cause other health problems to young children if the paint is ingested.

Friday, Dec 31

Making, And Keeping, Healthy Resolutions For The New Year

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Have you made your resolutions yet? For many there are promises of eating healthier and losing weight. This New Year's Eve the American Medical Association is offering tips to help you stick with your goals.

Wednesday, Dec 29

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Study: It’s All About Genetics For Fans Of Black Coffee And Dark Chocolate

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Studies find moderate amounts of black coffee have been shown to lower the risk of certain diseases, including Parkinson's, heart diseases, Type 2 diabetes and several types of cancer.

Friday, Dec 24

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Doctors Warn Parents To Watch Out For Holiday Hazards

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It can be the most wonderful time of the year, but doctors warn that it can also be one of the most dangerous. Among the hustle and bustle there are some dangers your should know about.

Thursday, Dec 23

CDC Investigating Two Separate Listeria Outbreaks Linked To Packaged Salads

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The CDC said on Thursday that it was investigating reports of listeria infections across eight states linked to packaged salads from two companies.

Wednesday, Dec 15

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Dallas Study Hopes To Find New Treatments For COVID-19

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UT Southwestern is participating in a Dallas study aimed at finding new treatments for COVID-19.

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First Case Of Omicron Variant Reported In Denton County

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Health officials reported the first case of the Omicron variant in Denton County on Tuesday.

Thursday, Dec 2

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COVID Omicron Variant Detected In Vaccinated Minnesotan Who Traveled To NYC Anime Convention

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The Minnesota Department of Health has confirmed that the COVID-19 Omicron variant has been detected for the first time in the state. It's the second confirmed case of the variant in the country.

Tuesday, Nov 30

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Public Health Experts Say Dallas Cowboys COVID Outbreak Shows Pandemic Far From Over

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The Dallas Cowboys’ COVID outbreak is one of the biggest in the NFL this season. Public health experts say it shows that the pandemic is far from over.

Monday, Nov 29

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CDC Expands COVID-19 Booster Recommendations

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CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said in a statement today that everyone age 18 or older should get a booster shot after their initial immunization to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus as fears grow about a new variant.

Friday, Nov 19

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Dallas County Health And Human Services Offering Flu Shots

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DCHHS offers the flu vaccine for children at all immunization clinics and adults at the clinic located at 2377 N. Stemmons Frwy. See the full list of immunization locations.

Wednesday, Nov 17

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Pfizer Turns To FDA For Emergency Approval Of Its COVID-19 Antiviral Pill

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A new COVID treatment could be on the way. Pfizer has asked the FDA to grant an emergency use authorization for its antiviral pill.

Monday, Nov 15

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46-Year-Old Patient First Flu-Related Death In Dallas County For 2021-2022 Season

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A 46-year-old patient is the first flu-related death in Dallas County for the 2021-2022 season, according to health officials.