DFW Hospital Council

A woman in a black shirt and denim jacket works on a tiered altar in the lobby of the Irving Archives and Museum. Black-and-white photos with yellow hearts line the tiers, and paper yellow hearts bearing people's names, year of birth and year of death sit on the display.

Five years after COVID, North Texans continue to navigate toll of the pandemic

Kailey Broussard

North Texans and public health officials said there's still a lot of work to do to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A person's right hand and forearm covered in red measles spots held out in front of a white backdrop.

Health & Wellness

North Texas public health officials prepare for possible measles spread

Kailey Broussard

The measles case reported in Rockwall County is unrelated to the outbreak in West Texas, officials said, but they're monitoring and preparing in case the disease spreads in North Texas.

Dolores Diaz, a nurse at Parkland Memorial Hospital, looks down at the needle as she receives the Covid-19 vaccine on Dec. 15, 2020.

Health & Wellness

Omicron variant looms large for Dallas hospitals heading into the holidays

Elena Rivera

Hospitals in Dallas are preparing for a potential coronavirus surge after the holidays, mostly due to the new variant omicron.

News

As COVID Surges Again In North Texas, Hospital Staff Are Exhausted And In Short Supply

Miranda Suarez

Morale is low at North Texas hospitals as COVID-19 numbers spike once again. Record-breaking positive cases have led to rising hospitalizations, and some healthcare leaders worry about having enough staff to cover the surge.