EEOC says employers can demand, incentivize COVID-19 shots
The EEOC says it is not discriminatory to demand an employee get a vaccine because it's not related to a disability and that the unvaccinated are not a protected class under other federal laws.
The EEOC says it is not discriminatory to demand an employee get a vaccine because it's not related to a disability and that the unvaccinated are not a protected class under other federal laws.
Immunity to COVID-19 could last for years, new studies suggest
Both studies published in May suggest that individuals who were infected with COVID-19 and got the vaccine could have immunity against the virus, plus variants, for years.
Both studies published in May suggest that individuals who were infected with COVID-19 and got the vaccine could have immunity against the virus, plus variants, for years.
CDC loosens COVID-19 mask guidance for summer campers
The guidance is the first in a wave of updates that will incorporate the CDC's recent decisions on masks and social distancing.
The guidance is the first in a wave of updates that will incorporate the CDC's recent decisions on masks and social distancing.
Study finds high levels of cancer-causing chemical in several sunscreen brands
Valisure, an online pharmacy that tests medications for safety found concerning levels of a cancer-causing chemical in commonly used brands of sunscreen produced in the U.S.
Valisure, an online pharmacy that tests medications for safety found concerning levels of a cancer-causing chemical in commonly used brands of sunscreen produced in the U.S.
DeSantis: Cruise ships not immune from Florida's COVID-19 'passport' ban
Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t wavering from his anti-vaccination “passport” stance as a cruise line has received federal approval to set sail from a Florida port next month, if passengers and crew members are vaccinated against COVID-19.
Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t wavering from his anti-vaccination “passport” stance as a cruise line has received federal approval to set sail from a Florida port next month, if passengers and crew members are vaccinated against COVID-19.
2,338 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 41 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,338 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,320,818.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,338 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,320,818.
European regulators approve Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12-15
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
Number of fully vaccinated long-term care residents, staff unknown
Florida is not keeping track of the number of nursing home staff and residents who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Florida is not keeping track of the number of nursing home staff and residents who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Newlyweds plan dream wedding after pandemic forced them to downsize 2020 ceremony
The pandemic didn't stop these newlyweds from tying the knot, it just forced them to downsize and hold the ceremony in their neighborhood. But this year, they plan to hold the wedding of their dreams.
The pandemic didn't stop these newlyweds from tying the knot, it just forced them to downsize and hold the ceremony in their neighborhood. But this year, they plan to hold the wedding of their dreams.
Algae proteins partially restore blind man’s vision, study says
A new study using algae proteins and specially engineered goggles successfully restored a blind man's partial vision, according to a new study.
A new study using algae proteins and specially engineered goggles successfully restored a blind man's partial vision, according to a new study.
California to pay $116.5 million in gifts and cash to encourage people to get vaccinated
California will pay out $116.5 million in gifts and cash to encourage people to get vaccinated.
California will pay out $116.5 million in gifts and cash to encourage people to get vaccinated.
Japanese physician warns against Tokyo Olympics, says officials are underestimating COVID-19 risks
A physician representing a Japanese medical body has warned that holding the Tokyo Olympics could lead to the spread of variants of the coronavirus.
A physician representing a Japanese medical body has warned that holding the Tokyo Olympics could lead to the spread of variants of the coronavirus.
Walmart partners with schools to open COVID-19 vaccine clinics for adolescents
Walmart said it has worked with local school districts to open vaccine clinics in Georgia, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas and Pennsylvania. It hopes to open additional clinics in the coming weeks.
Walmart said it has worked with local school districts to open vaccine clinics in Georgia, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas and Pennsylvania. It hopes to open additional clinics in the coming weeks.
2,338 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 86 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,338 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,318,480.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,338 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,318,480.
Tennessee driver accused of speeding through crowded COVID-19 vaccine site in protest
Investigators say the woman sped her SUV through a crowded COVID-19 vaccine tent, yelling "no vaccine" as she sped by, narrowly missing several people. When a deputy managed to stop her, she reportedly told him she was protesting the vaccine.
Investigators say the woman sped her SUV through a crowded COVID-19 vaccine tent, yelling "no vaccine" as she sped by, narrowly missing several people. When a deputy managed to stop her, she reportedly told him she was protesting the vaccine.
Ex-wife's pleas can't keep troubled veteran out of prison for cousin's murder
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
Most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
While some people might portray mass shooters as monsters or having a mental illness that makes violence impossible to prevent, a recent study suggests that most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
While some people might portray mass shooters as monsters or having a mental illness that makes violence impossible to prevent, a recent study suggests that most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
US unemployment claims fall to 406,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
CVS launches sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, offering cruises, Super Bowl VIP tickets
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
Real-world vaccine study shows 99% effective rate
The four-month study from January 1 to April 30 found that out of 101 million fully vaccinated people, only 10,000 – .01% – contracted COVID-19.
The four-month study from January 1 to April 30 found that out of 101 million fully vaccinated people, only 10,000 – .01% – contracted COVID-19.