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Joining Forces to Promote COVID-19 Vaccines for Pregnant Women and Breastfeeding Moms
Sohail Rao, M.D., MA, DPhil, CEO of DHR Health Institute of Research and Development, and Efraim Vela, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of DHR Health Women’s Hospital have concluded that based on the available data that is supported by observations in our high-volume Women’s Hospital – a Level IV Maternal Facility, pregnant women are more susceptible to SARS- CoV-2 infection and getting a COVID-19 vaccine can protect them from severe illness.
Changes to Carried Interest Could Hurt South Texas Businesses
This past year changed almost every American’s way of life, particularly for the millions of small businesses that power our economy and create jobs in our communities.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure and Reconciliation Bills Explained
Sen. Joe Manchin told Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark that Congress should “hit the pause button” on the massive reconciliation package.
U.S. Supreme Court refuses to block Texas’ six-week abortion ban
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to block Texas’ new law banning abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy, keeping in place, at least for now, perhaps the most restrictive abortion law in the country.
Texas Medical Board Issues Record Number of Physician Licenses
The Texas Medical Board has issued a record number of physician licenses, ending the fiscal year with 5,304 licenses issued. The state’s fiscal year ended on August 31, 2021.
PSJA Chief Financial Officer retires after 30 years of service
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD’s Chief Financial Officer Janet C. Robles retired after 30 years
Edna De Saro is Asking for your Vote to Win FAB over 40
Edna is a professional in the banking industry, currently Vice President of Marketing for Lone Star National Bank.
Texas law banning abortion as early as six weeks goes into effect
One of the nation's most restrictive abortion bills — which bans abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy — took effect at midnight after the U.S. Supreme Court did not take action on an emergency appeal by Texas abortion providers Tuesday.
Women brewers find their passion on-the-job
Guided by a love for craft beer and especially homebrewing, Vargas says South Texas College has enabled her to turn a passion for brewing into a future dream job.
Election Integrity Legislation Passes in Texas
"Protecting the integrity of our elections is critical in the state of Texas, which is why I made election integrity an emergency item during the 87th Legislative Session. I thank Senator Brian Hughes, Representative Andrew Murr, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker Dade Phelan for stepping up to ensure that this bill made it to the finish line during the second special session. Senate Bill 1 will solidify trust and confidence in the outcome of our elections by making it easier to vote and harder to cheat. I look forward to signing Senate Bill 1 into law, ensuring election integrity in Texas."
