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A group of local health leaders from across the country said they're worried about how an upcoming meeting could affect immunization access and rates. The meeting could mean changes to more federal vaccine recommendations for serious viruses — like hepatitis B.

Cold and flu season typically happen during the fall and winter. Though it comes around every year, there's still a lot of confusion about viruses, vaccines and how to avoid getting sick. Experts and providers offer advice heading into the holiday season.

Group fundraising could help fill local budget gaps created by federal health defunding.

Arlington City Council showed signs of support for a change to the health ordinance that would require restaurants to post a health inspection grade certificate. Recent studies show the requirement could improve the health safety of restaurants in the city.

County officials say Tarrant County's AIDS Outreach Center will be absorbed by AIDS Healthcare Foundation. A majority of the center's leadership staff were let go and its future is uncertain.

Public health departments relied on COVID funding to expand testing, lab and vaccination capabilities. Local health leaders say the federal government's clawback of $11.4 billion will undermine that growth.

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.

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.

Rockwall County Health Authority Dr. Dirk Perritt announced a measles case in an adult resident Wednesday. It's the first confirmed case in North Texas.

The Fort Worth Report obtained documents outlining claims against Taneja and his response.

A long-term study finds that children who are bullied or shamed for their weight may gain more weight over time than peers who aren't teased.