The Fourth Wave – Where Are We With COVID Vaccinations And What Could Happen Next?

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Earlier today, Fort Bend County raised its COVID-19 threat level from “yellow,” or moderate risk, to “orange,” which means there’s a significant risk of exposure to the virus in that area.

Harris County remains under the “orange” threat level as well.

The spread of the Delta variant is leading to a surge of COVID cases and hospitalizations in the Greater Houston area.

But on the flip side, vaccinations are also up.

Harris County – and all of Texas – saw a sharp increase last week: a 26% jump in the state-wide vaccinations.

Will the trend continue?

Will things get worse before they get better?

How do we keep children safe as the school year approaches?

Today, medical experts are here to discuss, and to answer your  COVID questions.

Guests:

Dr. James McDeavitt

Executive Vice President and Dean of Clinical Affairs, Baylor College of Medicine
He writes the blog "COVID-19 Updates from Dr. James Deavitt" for Baylor College of Medicine

Dr. Susan McLellan

Medical Director of the Biocontainment Treatment Unit
Director of Biosafety for Research-related Infectious Pathogens at UTMB Health

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