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Coronavirus hits Houston: What you need to know for March 25
Tens of thousands of people have died from the flu this season, far eclipsing deaths from COVID-19. But millions of people get the flu every year, and the influenza death rate — about 0.1% — is likely lower than that of COVID-19. Experts still don’t know just how deadly COVID-19 is, but early studies suggest the death rate is about 2%. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus hits Houston: What you need to know for March 25
Stafford-based company producing hand sanitizer to aid supplies shortage at Houston hospitals
Forward Science, a privately held oral healthcare products company, is currently creating batches of hand sanitizer to help supply Houston's healthcare workers who are currently putting themselves at risk while working on the frontlines of the pandemic. The lack of medical supplies has gotten so bad, some Houston-area healthcare workers have been forced to get creative by using raincoats and swim goggles as personal protective equipment, known as PPE. … [Read more...] about Stafford-based company producing hand sanitizer to aid supplies shortage at Houston hospitals
Memorial City Mall to host week-long medical supply drive to help with shortage at Houston hospitals
The rapidly increasing number of novel coronavirus cases has led to a severe shortage of essential medical supplies that Houston's healthcare workers need in order to protect themselves as they risk their lives to stop the spread of the pandemic. … [Read more...] about Memorial City Mall to host week-long medical supply drive to help with shortage at Houston hospitals
Houston restaurants still serving up crawfish to go
Eunice “Eunice is here to remind you that we're still celebrating crawfish season,” the restaurant reported in a news release. “Caught straight from Chef Drake Leonards farm in Eunice, La., you'll be able to snag your five-pound bag starting this Friday, March 27. Each order is served hot and fresh with all the classic fixin's including corn and potatoes. Chef's Crawdaddy Menu is complete with a number of beer and wine specials to get your weekend started off right. Orders start today and supplies are limited, so call 832-491-1717 or email [email protected] to catch your bounty!” … [Read more...] about Houston restaurants still serving up crawfish to go
