COVID-19: Europe considers new strategy of accepting the virus
The idea to deal with COVID-19 in Europe is to move from crisis mode to control mode, approaching the virus in much the same way countries deal with flu or measles.
The idea to deal with COVID-19 in Europe is to move from crisis mode to control mode, approaching the virus in much the same way countries deal with flu or measles.
Drug-resistant fungus found at Louisiana hospital; 1st known case in state
A hospital in New Orleans says it has identified two patients infected with a rare, drug-resistant fungus — the first time it’s been found in Louisiana. The fungus has been found among patients in other states, including in Florida where there are 135 reported cases.
A hospital in New Orleans says it has identified two patients infected with a rare, drug-resistant fungus — the first time it’s been found in Louisiana. The fungus has been found among patients in other states, including in Florida where there are 135 reported cases.
Proposed Florida bill expands excused absence policy for teens struggling with mental health issues
For some teens facing mental health struggles getting help could mean missing class, which may add to their stress.
For some teens facing mental health struggles getting help could mean missing class, which may add to their stress.
New Port Richey teen with diabetes survives monthslong battle with COVID-19
When Julia Riccardi developed a low-grade fever last August, she thought she was getting a cold, but a short time later the 19-year-old ended up on a ventilator battling COVID-19.
When Julia Riccardi developed a low-grade fever last August, she thought she was getting a cold, but a short time later the 19-year-old ended up on a ventilator battling COVID-19.
400 million free N95 masks to be made available starting next week, White House says
White House announced that the masks will come from the government's stockpile, which has 750 million of the highly protective masks on hand.
White House announced that the masks will come from the government's stockpile, which has 750 million of the highly protective masks on hand.
Pasco jail nurse exposed inmates to HIV and other viruses, lawsuit says
Attorneys say a nurse reused syringes and vials of insulin while treating diabetic inmates, one of which was known to be HIV-positive, potentially exposing multiple inmates to the virus.
Attorneys say a nurse reused syringes and vials of insulin while treating diabetic inmates, one of which was known to be HIV-positive, potentially exposing multiple inmates to the virus.
COVID-19 two years later: First US case reported in Washington state
This week marks two years since COVID-19 changed lives in Washington state, across the country and throughout the world.
This week marks two years since COVID-19 changed lives in Washington state, across the country and throughout the world.
Hawaii considers COVID-19 booster shot requirement for all visitors
During an interview on Honolulu Star Advertiser’s “Spotlight Hawaii” last week, Gov. David Ige said he was considering requiring booster shots for all visitors to the islands as cases of COVID-19 surge.
During an interview on Honolulu Star Advertiser’s “Spotlight Hawaii” last week, Gov. David Ige said he was considering requiring booster shots for all visitors to the islands as cases of COVID-19 surge.
Starbucks ending employee vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month.
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month.
Free government COVID test kits now available: Everything you need to know
A new federal website to request free COVID-19 test kits -- originally scheduled to launch Wednesday -- is online now.
A new federal website to request free COVID-19 test kits -- originally scheduled to launch Wednesday -- is online now.
Manatee County theater students question apparent double-standard in COVID cancellations
Parrish Community High School theater students want to know why their winter performance was postponed due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, but other activities were allowed to carry on.
Parrish Community High School theater students want to know why their winter performance was postponed due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, but other activities were allowed to carry on.
How to ensure accurate results from at-home COVID tests being sent by federal government
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
'Like witnessing a miracle': Georgia woman gives birth after nearly 5-month battle with COVID-19
Sheenah Berry didn't think she needed the COVID-19 vaccine until she got pregnant. Then, before she could get her shots, the Rex, Georgia woman caught the coronavirus that would hospitalize her for more than 4 months.
Sheenah Berry didn't think she needed the COVID-19 vaccine until she got pregnant. Then, before she could get her shots, the Rex, Georgia woman caught the coronavirus that would hospitalize her for more than 4 months.
Polk County company third-largest producer of N95 masks in US
Not all N95 masks are approved by the CDC and the FDA for fluid resistance, but at Advanced Concept Innovations (ACI) in Polk County, they're churning out 2 million CDC and FDA-approved N95 masks a day.
Not all N95 masks are approved by the CDC and the FDA for fluid resistance, but at Advanced Concept Innovations (ACI) in Polk County, they're churning out 2 million CDC and FDA-approved N95 masks a day.
Hong Kong to kill 2,000 animals after pet store hamsters, employee test positive for COVID-19
Hong Kong authorities say they will kill 2,000 animals after several tested positive for COVID-19.
Hong Kong authorities say they will kill 2,000 animals after several tested positive for COVID-19.
Children's Gasparilla Parade will go on, despite record pediatric COVID-19 infections
After taking a year off due to COVID-19, the pirate invasion is back, with the Children's Gasparilla Parade kicking off festivities this weekend. Organizers say they expect an even bigger crowd than year’s past, but the comeback falls in the middle of record case numbers, especially among children, due to the highly contagious omicron variant.
After taking a year off due to COVID-19, the pirate invasion is back, with the Children's Gasparilla Parade kicking off festivities this weekend. Organizers say they expect an even bigger crowd than year’s past, but the comeback falls in the middle of record case numbers, especially among children, due to the highly contagious omicron variant.
Epstein-Barr virus could lead to multiple sclerosis, Harvard study finds
Results of a 20-year study found evidence that multiple sclerosis is likely caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Results of a 20-year study found evidence that multiple sclerosis is likely caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Doctor accused of spreading COVID-19 misinformation sues Houston Methodist
A Houston doctor accused of spreading "dangerous misinformation" related to COVID-19 has slapped Houston Methodist Hospital with a lawsuit.
A Houston doctor accused of spreading "dangerous misinformation" related to COVID-19 has slapped Houston Methodist Hospital with a lawsuit.
Omicron vs. delta: Study examines difference between two coronavirus variant symptoms
The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.
The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.
Novak Djokovic lands in Serbia after deportation from Australia
Novak Djokovic touched down in his native Serbia on Monday after being deported from Australia over its required COVID-19 vaccination.
Novak Djokovic touched down in his native Serbia on Monday after being deported from Australia over its required COVID-19 vaccination.