Prior COVID-19 infection boosts immune response to variants after one dose of Pfizer vaccine, UK study finds
The study found that just one shot of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine boosted protection against COVID-19 variants - but only for those who had been previously infected with the virus.
The study found that just one shot of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine boosted protection against COVID-19 variants - but only for those who had been previously infected with the virus.
Hospital fire kills 18 coronavirus patients in India
A fire in a COVID-19 hospital ward in western India has killed 18 patients, as the country grapples with an unprecedented surge that has filled hospitals and crematoriums.
A fire in a COVID-19 hospital ward in western India has killed 18 patients, as the country grapples with an unprecedented surge that has filled hospitals and crematoriums.
5,419 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 78 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,419 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,238,937.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,419 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,238,937.
Physicians suing USDA claim latest dietary guidelines cater to meat, dairy industries, not health of Americans
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
India COVID-19 outbreak: All adults now eligible for vaccine amid deadly surge in cases
Amid the devastating surge, only a fraction of India’s population will be able to afford the prices charged by private hospitals - leaving the government to immunize 900 million adults.
Amid the devastating surge, only a fraction of India’s population will be able to afford the prices charged by private hospitals - leaving the government to immunize 900 million adults.
'It’s safe. It’s effective. It’s free': Obama encourages youth vaccinations with TikTok PSA
Obama had previously teamed up with former presidents Clinton, Bush and Carter for a PSA showing them receiving their vaccines. But as vaccine eligibility expanded in April, Obama shifted his message to meet the next wave of recipients on their platform of choice.
Obama had previously teamed up with former presidents Clinton, Bush and Carter for a PSA showing them receiving their vaccines. But as vaccine eligibility expanded in April, Obama shifted his message to meet the next wave of recipients on their platform of choice.
Who is dying from COVID-19?
The proportion of those dying of COVID-19 is trending younger. "A lot of them have no underlying conditions. Often the ones that die have an underlying condition, but many of the seriously ill ones do not," says an ICU doctor.
The proportion of those dying of COVID-19 is trending younger. "A lot of them have no underlying conditions. Often the ones that die have an underlying condition, but many of the seriously ill ones do not," says an ICU doctor.
Masks may soon become optional for students, staff at Manatee County schools
Masks could soon be added to the list of items not required in Manatee County schools.
Masks could soon be added to the list of items not required in Manatee County schools.
US-made Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses shipping to Canada, Mexico
Canada will start getting Pfizer doses from the U.S. next week. Pfizer also began shipping doses made at its Kalamazoo, Michigan plant to Mexico, according to Reuters.
Canada will start getting Pfizer doses from the U.S. next week. Pfizer also began shipping doses made at its Kalamazoo, Michigan plant to Mexico, according to Reuters.
TSA to extend mask requirements for all travelers through September
The TSA announced on Friday it will be extending mask requirements for all travelers through Sept. 13, 2021.
The TSA announced on Friday it will be extending mask requirements for all travelers through Sept. 13, 2021.
3 Colorado police officers resign after video of arrest of 73-year-old woman with dementia
Three Colorado police officers involved in the arrest of a 73-year-old woman with dementia who was shown being pushed to the ground and handcuffed on body camera footage have resigned.
Three Colorado police officers involved in the arrest of a 73-year-old woman with dementia who was shown being pushed to the ground and handcuffed on body camera footage have resigned.
More than 100 million people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in US, CDC says
Disneyland has reopened in Southern California. Cruise lines are welcoming the news that they could be sailing again in the U.S. by midsummer.
Disneyland has reopened in Southern California. Cruise lines are welcoming the news that they could be sailing again in the U.S. by midsummer.
Biden says it’s 'tough call' on whether to mandate COVID-19 vaccines in military
President Joe Biden said he would leave the issue to the military of whether to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for service members once the shots are fully approved by the FDA.
President Joe Biden said he would leave the issue to the military of whether to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for service members once the shots are fully approved by the FDA.
US to restrict travel from India starting May 4 over COVID-19 surge
The U.S. will restrict travel from India starting on May 4, the White House said Friday, citing a devastating rise in COVID-19 cases and the emergence of dangerous variants.
The U.S. will restrict travel from India starting on May 4, the White House said Friday, citing a devastating rise in COVID-19 cases and the emergence of dangerous variants.
5,306 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 77 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,306 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,233,518.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,306 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,233,518.
The Magic Returns: Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure Park reopen to guests
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park reopened to visitors on Friday after an unprecedented 13-month closure in what tourism officials hope is a sign of the state’s rebound from the pandemic.
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park reopened to visitors on Friday after an unprecedented 13-month closure in what tourism officials hope is a sign of the state’s rebound from the pandemic.
Surgeon general says mask guidelines should ease for fully-vaccinated Floridians
The advisory from the Florida Surgeon General says fully protected people should no longer be advised to wear masks or avoid social gatherings. It also opens up vaccines for some non-Floridians.
The advisory from the Florida Surgeon General says fully protected people should no longer be advised to wear masks or avoid social gatherings. It also opens up vaccines for some non-Floridians.
While de Blasio calls for fully reopening NYC on July 1, Cuomo responds it's his call
Pointing to a successful effort to vaccinate millions of New Yorkers from the coronavirus, Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city will fully reopen on July 1.
Pointing to a successful effort to vaccinate millions of New Yorkers from the coronavirus, Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city will fully reopen on July 1.
Modified mosquitoes to be released in Florida Keys
Less than 12,000 mosquitoes are expected to emerge each week for approximately 12 weeks to combat insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Less than 12,000 mosquitoes are expected to emerge each week for approximately 12 weeks to combat insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Tampa Bay residents react to new CDC guidelines for face coverings
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday that fully vaccinated people can be outdoors in small groups without having to wear a mask.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday that fully vaccinated people can be outdoors in small groups without having to wear a mask.