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There are two booster shots available. When and who should get them.

Important to Know COVID-19 vaccine boosters can further improve and build vital protection against new variants being discovered and spreading to the public. Currently, two booster vaccines are being offered: 1st Booster Everyone ages 5 years and older should get a 1st booster after completing their primary dose. You could get the following: Pfizer or …

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BTX STRONG

2020 was an unprecedented and challenging year for all, but the City of Brownsville proved to be stronger than ever. On April 17, 2021, Mayor Trey Mendez broadcasted his State of the City address to residents and the theme was BTX Strong, a hashtag he and the community coined across social media during the pandemic. …

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City of Brownsville has opened warming centers for residents

The City of Brownsville has opened additional warming centers for residents who need warmth and recharging of electronics. The following locations are now activated: Brownsville Sports Park Brownsville Golf Center Brownsville Events Center and Joe & Tony Oliveira Park You have access to …

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Texas Rent Relief for Landlords and Renters

Texas Rent Relief for Landlords and Renters Are you or your tenants behind on rent? COVID-19 has affected Texans across the state and the Texas Rent Relief Program is here to help. They have emergency funds available to help Texas renters pay rent and utility bills (including past due rent and utilities). Both landlords …

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Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines both require two doses

Important to Know Two Doses Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines both require two doses. It’s best if you get your second dose from the same brand as your first dose. For example, if you got a Moderna first dose, it’s best to get Moderna for your second dose. The timing between your first and second …

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Texas Rent Relief for Landlords and Renters

Texas Rent Relief for Landlords and Renters Make this Valentine’s Day, COVID Safe. The safest way to celebrate Valentine’s Day is gathering virtually or with people who live with you. Here are some ideas: Make Valentine cards or decorations and drop them off to loved ones. Take a walk with your Valentine. Celebrate with loved …

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BTX Passport Challenge

With the start of a New Year and COVID-19 cases on the rise, City of Brownsville is focused on ensuring that the community stays safe. The BTX Passport Challenge was designed to encourage residents to reimagine the places inside their homes and make them realize their staycation will keep us all safe. Stay at home …

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DID YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19?

DID YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19? JOIN A COVID-19 TREATMENT PROGRAM, YOUR PARTICIPATION COULD HELP! Currently there are no approved treatments for COVID-19. Each and every person who participates plays a powerful role. Volunteering can make a difference as we try to find a treatment for COVID-19 PanAmerican Clinical Research / CAIMED 1416 Palm Blvd, …

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BTXCares Talks: COVID-19 Vaccine in Brownsville

BTXCares Talks: COVID-19 Vaccine in Brownsville BROWNSVILLE, Texas (December 17, 2020) — Mayor Trey Mendez, Commissioner Rose Gowen MD, Dr. Art Rodriguez and Dr. Joseph McCormick hosted a virtual BTXCares Talks livestream to discuss the arrival and availability of the COVID-19 vaccine in Brownsville. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has been recently approved by the FDA …

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BTX COVID-19 Community Update

UTRGV health experts list best safety practices for holidays during pandemic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UTRGV health experts list best safety practices for holidays during pandemic By Dimitra Trejo RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – NOV. 23, 2020 – With COVID-19 cases surging again globally, UTRGV health experts say it is just as important as ever to follow safety guidelines this Thanksgiving. Wear a mask. Wash your hands. …

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Anderson Cooper spends Saturday night with UTRGV community

Distinguished Speaker Series: Anderson Cooper spends Saturday night with UTRGV community By Melissa Vasquez RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – NOV. 16, 2020 – UTRGV students, staff and faculty spent a laid-back Saturday evening with CNN’s Anderson Cooper, discussing politics, the pandemic and journalism as part of the university’s annual Distinguished Speaker Series. Cooper, who spoke …

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