Seasonal flu, RSV, and other respiratory illnesses are a growing concern in Texas, especially during peak flu season. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) tracks weekly flu activity across the state, helping communities prepare and respond. For residents, staying informed and proactive is the key to reducing the risk of severe illness. Why […]
By Laura Kincheloe, Ed.D., MSN, RN, NE-BC A virus mostly eradicated since the 1990’s has resurfaced in Texas in unprecedented numbers since the last recorded highest case count in 2019 (23 cases). There is currently an outbreak of the measles virus which is known to have been first recorded in Gaines County, Texas. As of […]