Vital Signs

A Pew Research Poll done in late 2020 found less than half of Black adults said they would get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Many who survive COVID-19 go back to life as normal. But a few after the worst of it experience lingering physical and/or mental symptoms that go on for weeks or even a few months.

Getting your COVID-19 vaccine may come as a relief, but for some, it also can come with some side effects — like those reports of late of a red ring or rash on your arm after the shot, for instance. Dr. Joseph Chang, Chief Medical Officer of Parkland Health and Hospital System explains to KERA's Sam Baker why the side effects usually aren't cause for worry.

Many who choose weight loss as a New Year’s resolution often fall victim to unrealistic expectations. Some dietitians view the SMART technique, which focuses on measurable time-based goals, as the way around that.

U.S. Census figures show the 65-and-older population has grown by more than 13 million during the past decade. But there's a shortage of specialized care for that segment.

You’ve probably heard eating too much processed food is bad for you. A new study suggests why: What you eat can alter the microbiome in your gut that can affect your health.

Amid the pandemic, seasonal viruses like flu and West Nile virus have shown up in North Texas, but not RSV, a respiratory virus that affects mostly young children.

It will be months before the general public can get vaccinated against COVID-19. But those who’ve recovered from it are believed to have antibodies offering protection from the virus.

The arrival of COVID-19 vaccine came as welcome news for health care workers first in line to get the shots. But they’re still contending with a worsening coronavirus surge.KERA’s Sam Baker talked with CEO Barclay Berdan about how Texas Health Resources is handling this health crisis.

A survey over the summer found that with gyms closed by the pandemic, more people have turned to walking for exercise. It has a number of benefits: More energy, better sleep, weight loss, for instance. But that’s if you walk the right way.

Healthcare workers and vulnerable populations will be first to receive the COVID-19 vaccines allotted to Texas. But polls suggest getting some other people to get vaccinated may be a major hurdle.

Vital Signs host Sam Baker spoke with Dr. Joseph Chang, the chief medical officer with Parkland Hospital System, about how to stay safe during the holiday season. Chang said the type of gathering, cleaning precautions and proper mask-wearing are all things to keep in mind.