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COVID-19 is back on the rise in Bexar County. Here's what you need to know.
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Key Points:
- Local hospitals in San Antonio and across Texas are experiencing an increase in COVID-19 cases as students return to school, signaling a possible second season for respiratory illnesses beyond the traditional winter months.
- The San Perlita Independent School District temporarily closed due to a rapid rise in COVID-19 cases and staffing shortages, though San Antonio-area schools have not yet reported similar issues.
- Health experts emphasize preventive measures such as frequent hand washing, covering coughs and sneezes, not sharing utensils or water bottles, maintaining hydration and sleep, and keeping sick children home from school to reduce transmission.
- The FDA has approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine formula for this year, but no official guidance on eligibility has been issued; families are advised to consult healthcare providers about vaccination decisions.
