El Paso sees 17 more virus deaths, increases pandemic total to 2,400
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced 17 new coronavirus-related deaths and 277 new cases Wednesday morning. The…
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Older adults begin to catch up on all that they missed during the pandemic after Covid-19 vaccinations
With a mix of relief and caution, older adults fully vaccinated against Covid-19 are moving out into the world and resuming activities put on hold…
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As Covid-19 numbers rise, the CDC chief says she’s scared about where US is headed. But it’s not too late to change country’s course
New Covid-19 cases have spiked in the US in the last several days, the latest data showed Tuesday — and White House and health officials are…
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Texas Senate approves legislation banning most abortions in a test to Roe v. Wade
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas state Senate on Tuesday approved five bills restricting access to abortion, including a priority measure that could ban…
Continue Reading Germany will limit AstraZeneca vaccine to people over 60
Germany will only administer AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccine to people aged 60 and above, Chancellor Angela Merkel said Tuesday, following the…
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El Paso County to give 1,500 vaccine shots on first-come, first-served basis in Vinton area on Thursday
EL PASO, Texas — An estimated 1,500 doses of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine will be available for El Pasoans in the Vinton area on…
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El Paso isn’t seeing surge in virus cases, but community not yet in the clear
EL PASO, Texas — Parts of the country are currently seeing a surge in Covid-19 cases. While El Paso is trending downward, the Borderland isn’t in…
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Texas’ Covid-19 death toll nears 50,000 – 3rd highest in nation
AUSTIN, Texas — The number of people with Covid-19 who have died in Texas is edging close to 50,000, the third-highest death toll in…
Continue Reading Impending doom? We can avoid it
Thank God for vaccines. The Biden administration’s mass vaccination campaign comes just as spring brings warmer weather and longer days,…
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Addiction specialist urges New Mexico to consider funding treatment if marijuana is legalized
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — If New Mexico legalizes recreational marijuana, a Las Cruces addiction specialist hopes that lawmakers will provide…
Continue Reading Biden in no rush to pick new FDA chief
More than two months into his presidency, President Joe Biden has yet to name someone to lead an agency at the forefront of the coronavirus fight:…
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All you need to know to get a Covid vaccine in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — Most of you reading this are now eligible to get the Covid-19 vaccine. The Texas Department of State Health Services announced that…
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Germany to restrict use of AstraZeneca’s virus vaccine in people under 60, amid fresh concern over blood clots
BERLIN, Germany — German health officials have agreed to restrict the use of AstraZeneca’s coronavirus vaccine in people under 60, amid fresh…
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CVS now scheduling Covid-19 vaccine appointments in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Eligible Las Cruces residents who still need a Covid-19 vaccine can now schedule an appointment at CVS pharmacy. Beginning…
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State of Texas launches vaccine appointment scheduler as eligibility widens to 22 million adults
AUSTIN, Texas — All people 16 and older are now eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine in Texas. The state has joined several others in opening…
Continue Reading Biden pleads with states to slow openings as new viral surge builds
President Joe Biden is warning states that are rushing ahead with opening businesses, bars and restaurants to slow down as one of his top health…
Continue Reading Tuskegee isn’t the only reason why some Black people are hesitant to get the coronavirus vaccine
To get more Black people vaccinated against coronavirus infections, Dr. Kimberly Manning is determined to keep doing what she has had a conviction to…
Continue Reading El Paso reports 9 virus deaths, 87 new cases
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced nine new coronavirus-related deaths and 87 new cases Tuesday morning. The…
Continue Reading 5 exercises to combat chronic aches from too much computer time
With virtual classes and at-home work, it’s no wonder why many people are experiencing more pain in the neck and back than usual. Sitting in a…
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Santa Teresa High School coach returns to work after spending 6 weeks in ICU due to Covid
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico — For a southern New Mexico high school coach, the last year was a game changer. Art Aguirre spent more than a month…
Continue Reading Texas now making virus vaccines available to all adults
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas on Monday began making Covid-19 vaccines available to anyone who wants one. Texas becomes the most populous U.S.…
Continue Reading Former US Surgeon General defends Birx in tweets following CNN special report
Dr. Jerome Adams, former US surgeon general and White House coronavirus task force member under President Trump, took to Twitter on Monday to defend…
Continue Reading Toxic chemical ‘Hall of Shame’ calls out major retailers for failing to act
A dozen major companies earned an F for failing to publicly address the growing problem of toxic chemicals that may be in the products they sell to…
Continue Reading Fears over potential fourth surge rise as White House sends warning to Covid-weary Americans
How Covid-weary Americans behave now will decide how many are yet to die. President Joe Biden on Monday warned that “now is not the time”…
Continue Reading CDC study finds Pfizer, Moderna vaccines are 90% effective after two doses in real-world conditions
Under real world conditions, the Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccines provide highly effective protection, according to a new report from the US…
Continue Reading Don’t throw away your masks yet
The US is entering a confusing time in the pandemic with vaccine distribution numbers soaring to new heights at the same time infection rates tick up…
Continue Reading Physical inactivity could increase your risk of diseases such as dementia
Not exercising enough could increase your risk of developing certain diseases by up to 8%, according to a new study. Little to no exercise increases…
Continue Reading Are you having more nightmares? You might be ‘quaradreaming’
Are you waking up more often these days from an unpleasant dream, even a scary nightmare? Blame a combination of pandemic-fueled sleep changes, laced…
Continue Reading CDC director warns of ‘impending doom’ as Covid-19 cases spike in most states
Much of America’s recent progress against Covid-19 has been erased as new infections jump nationwide. Now the director of the Centers for…
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CDC extends eviction moratorium until June 30
WASHINGTON, DC — The federal ban on evictions has been extended yet again, bringing relief to tens of millions of renters struggling to catch up.…
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