Global COVID-19 death toll passes 3 million people
The number of lives lost, as compiled by Johns Hopkins University, is bigger than Chicago (2.7 million) and equivalent to Philadelphia and Dallas combined.
The number of lives lost, as compiled by Johns Hopkins University, is bigger than Chicago (2.7 million) and equivalent to Philadelphia and Dallas combined.
6,323 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 74 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,323 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,162,067.
Regulators issue warning about Peloton treadmill after child dies, 40 others injured
Safety regulators are warning people with kids and pets to immediately stop using a treadmill made by Peloton after one child died and nearly 40 others were injured.
Safety regulators are warning people with kids and pets to immediately stop using a treadmill made by Peloton after one child died and nearly 40 others were injured.
Some people may have to return their $1,400 stimulus check
While a lot of people who received the third stimulus check could really use it, unfortunately, some people may have to return the $1,400.
While a lot of people who received the third stimulus check could really use it, unfortunately, some people may have to return the $1,400.
Despite increased eligibility, demand for COVID-19 vaccine is decreasing
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
Nearly two weeks after all adults became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines, some county health departments report slowing demand.
Manatee County emergency operators adapt to changing calls amid pandemic
Manatee County's 911 center has received over 2,400 calls regarding COVID-19 patients since the beginning of the pandemic. Operators have had to adapt to changes in the types of calls they've received, but their roles remain vital as ever.
Manatee County's 911 center has received over 2,400 calls regarding COVID-19 patients since the beginning of the pandemic. Operators have had to adapt to changes in the types of calls they've received, but their roles remain vital as ever.
Biden administration to invest $1.7B to identify, track coronavirus variants
The Biden administration says the U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus mutations whose spread could trigger another pandemic wave.
The Biden administration says the U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus mutations whose spread could trigger another pandemic wave.
Federal officials reverse Trump administration limits on fetal tissue research
Federal officials have reversed Trump administration restrictions on using human fetal tissue for medical research.
Federal officials have reversed Trump administration restrictions on using human fetal tissue for medical research.
7,296 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 92 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,296 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,155,744.
Vacant middle seats on airplanes cut COVID-19 exposure risk by up to 57%, CDC study says
Leaving middle seats open and vacant on airplanes may significantly reduce a passenger’s risk of exposure to the coronavirus, a new study published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests.
Leaving middle seats open and vacant on airplanes may significantly reduce a passenger’s risk of exposure to the coronavirus, a new study published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests.
Vaccination card questions answered by health officials
From lamination to lost cards, we asked health officials about the best way to preserve the record of COVID-19 vaccination.
From lamination to lost cards, we asked health officials about the best way to preserve the record of COVID-19 vaccination.
Pfizer CEO says third dose of vaccine 'likely' needed within 1 year
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant Pfizer said during a televised interview Thursday that people will "likely" need a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant Pfizer said during a televised interview Thursday that people will "likely" need a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
CDC identifies 5,800 COVID-19 ‘breakthrough infections’ among 75 million fully vaccinated people
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has identified a comparatively small group of fully vaccinated people who have reported “breakthrough” COVID-19 infections, which should be “expected.”
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has identified a comparatively small group of fully vaccinated people who have reported “breakthrough” COVID-19 infections, which should be “expected.”
FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance hotline inundated with more than 1M calls on 1st day
FEMA said it was inundated with over 1 million calls from people requesting assistance with COVID-19-related funeral expenses on its first day of application processing.
FEMA said it was inundated with over 1 million calls from people requesting assistance with COVID-19-related funeral expenses on its first day of application processing.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital kicks off study in search of better weapons against COVID-19
Doctors at Sarasota Memorial Hospital are the first in the country to start a new COVID study looking at how to stop the body's inflammation response to COVID – and potentially other diseases, too.
Doctors at Sarasota Memorial Hospital are the first in the country to start a new COVID study looking at how to stop the body's inflammation response to COVID – and potentially other diseases, too.
Lack of vaccines in other parts of world puts US at risk, could prolong pandemic, experts say
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading expert on infectious diseases, said the longer the novel coronavirus is allowed to replicate in any part of the world, the more opportunity new variants have to emerge and threaten the country’s chance of reaching herd immunity.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading expert on infectious diseases, said the longer the novel coronavirus is allowed to replicate in any part of the world, the more opportunity new variants have to emerge and threaten the country’s chance of reaching herd immunity.
Florida education commissioner wants schools to end mask mandate for next year
Florida’s Education Commissioner sent a letter to school districts asking them to make face masks voluntary next school year.
Florida’s Education Commissioner sent a letter to school districts asking them to make face masks voluntary next school year.
What you need to know about your COVID-19 vaccine card, and what to do if you lose it
Here are some answers to common questions about COVID-19 vaccine cards, including what happens if it is lost or damaged.
Here are some answers to common questions about COVID-19 vaccine cards, including what happens if it is lost or damaged.
6,762 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 74 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,762 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,148,448.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,762 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,148,448.
Unemployment claims fall to 576,000, lowest since COVID-19 pandemic began
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 576,000, a hopeful sign that layoffs are easing as the economy recovers from the pandemic recession.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 576,000, a hopeful sign that layoffs are easing as the economy recovers from the pandemic recession.