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Mpox, the viral, infectious disease formerly known as "Monkeypox", is raging across Texas. Here are the symptoms and how to protect yourself.

Avoid ordering these drinks at 35,000 feet.

The flu outbreak is rapidly spreading across East Texas, with Tyler, Longview, Lufkin, and Nacogdoches being the hardest hit areas.

Nope, this isn't the plot of a new horror movie. Flesh-eating parasites are now a thing in Texas.

On Tuesday, a press release from Dallas, Texas County Health and Human Services confirmed the first case of monkeypox documented in the state of Texas. Since we've spent the last few years worrying or at least somewhat alarmed by Covid-19, hearing about a potential outbreak of Monkeypox only adds to the ongoing sense that we may all be living in some burgeoning sci-fi novel...

The CDC said "a total of 127 people infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella had been reported from 33 states."

In some places, safety measures are still in place. But not everywhere. And even where masks are required, some people aren't wearing them properly.

As we wait to see how leaders roll out vaccine distribution, many are waiting and wondering if the regular flu shot will protect them from contracting Covid-19.

It's not over. We may be better prepared, but health officials are concerned about more people spreading the virus during these cooler months as they gather.

If this one pill can knock out my fever, headache, and cough, isn’t that better? Not necessarily.

As we continue to navigate the Covid-19 world, why are we diligently donning the mask in some places, while completely disregarding in others?

This video is an excellent resource in learning how to make sure, if you going to the trouble to wear a mask and/or gloves, that you're doings so properly.