Brazil coronavirus variant capable of reinfecting those who already had COVID-19, research suggests
Researchers found that the Brazil variant, called P.1, is between 1.4 and 2.2 times more transmissible than other coronavirus strains and appears to be better at escaping natural immunity.
Researchers found that the Brazil variant, called P.1, is between 1.4 and 2.2 times more transmissible than other coronavirus strains and appears to be better at escaping natural immunity.
‘Neanderthal thinking’: Biden calls Texas, other states’ decisions to ease COVID-19 rules ‘a big mistake’
President Joe Biden called Texas and other states’ decisions to end mask mandates and loosen other COVID-19 restrictions “a big mistake” and said it's “Neanderthal thinking.”
President Joe Biden called Texas and other states’ decisions to end mask mandates and loosen other COVID-19 restrictions “a big mistake” and said it's “Neanderthal thinking.”
6,014 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 132 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,014 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,924,114.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,014 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,924,114.
DeSantis: Doctors will decide whether patient is 'extremely vulnerable' enough to get vaccine
Florida Department of Health released a “COVID-19 Determination of Extreme Vulnerability” form for those under 65 seeking to get approval for vaccination.
Florida Department of Health released a “COVID-19 Determination of Extreme Vulnerability” form for those under 65 seeking to get approval for vaccination.
Stimulus checks: Democrats agree to lower income limit for $1,400 COVID-19 relief payments
President Joe Biden and Democrats agreed Wednesday to tighten the upper income limits at which people could qualify for stimulus checks, a Democratic official said.
President Joe Biden and Democrats agreed Wednesday to tighten the upper income limits at which people could qualify for stimulus checks, a Democratic official said.
'Tax-time surprise': COVID-19 unemployment benefits lead to higher tax bill for unsuspecting filers
As tax season is in full swing, many Americans are being hit with another financial burden as the COVID-19 pandemic carries on - learning they owe taxes on unemployment benefits.
As tax season is in full swing, many Americans are being hit with another financial burden as the COVID-19 pandemic carries on - learning they owe taxes on unemployment benefits.
Understanding those tax exemptions during the pandemic
Doing your taxes this year may be a little bit different. Here are the biggest tax concerns that Americans need to be prepared for in light of the pandemic.
Doing your taxes this year may be a little bit different. Here are the biggest tax concerns that Americans need to be prepared for in light of the pandemic.
Abortion concerns prompt Catholic archdiocese warning on vaccine
Roman Catholic leaders in St. Louis and New Orleans are advising Catholics that the COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, newly approved for use in the U.S., is “morally compromised” because it is produced using a cell line derived from an aborted fetus.
Roman Catholic leaders in St. Louis and New Orleans are advising Catholics that the COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson, newly approved for use in the U.S., is “morally compromised” because it is produced using a cell line derived from an aborted fetus.
Senior vaccination pods open in Polk, Pasco counties
Two senior vaccination pods opened Wednesday in Polk and Pasco counties.
Two senior vaccination pods opened Wednesday in Polk and Pasco counties.
First Bay Area FEMA vaccine site opens Wednesday in Tampa
Staring Wednesday, public school employees, police officers and firefighters who have been waiting months for a COVID-19 vaccine shot will finally get their turn.
Staring Wednesday, public school employees, police officers and firefighters who have been waiting months for a COVID-19 vaccine shot will finally get their turn.
‘Now is not the time to relax’: CDC director warns of possible 4th surge amid easing of COVID-19 restrictions
The director of the CDC is pleading with Americans not to get too comfortable amid easing COVID-19 restrictions and mass vaccination rollouts.
The director of the CDC is pleading with Americans not to get too comfortable amid easing COVID-19 restrictions and mass vaccination rollouts.
'A dose of her own medicine’: Dolly Parton gets COVID-19 vaccine that she helped fund
In April, Dolly Parton donated $1 million to help researchers develop Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. Now, Parton has received “a dose of her own medicine.”
In April, Dolly Parton donated $1 million to help researchers develop Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. Now, Parton has received “a dose of her own medicine.”
Mom warns other parents after toddler dies from swallowing button battery
A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.
A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.
Now hiring: Busy beach businesses look to bounce back from pandemic closures
Take a quick drive down Gulf Boulevard in Pinellas County and you’ll see a lot of “Help Wanted” signs. Spring break season has brought about an overwhelming hiring need.
Take a quick drive down Gulf Boulevard in Pinellas County and you’ll see a lot of “Help Wanted” signs. Spring break season has brought about an overwhelming hiring need.
US will have enough COVID-19 vaccines for all adults by end of May, Biden says
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
Fauci says Americans shouldn't compare J&J COVID-19 vaccine to others and should accept 1st available
Dr. Anthony Fauci is urging Americans to get any one of the three COVID-19 vaccines that have been given FDA approval thus far in the U.S. once it’s available to them.
Dr. Anthony Fauci is urging Americans to get any one of the three COVID-19 vaccines that have been given FDA approval thus far in the U.S. once it’s available to them.
Scientists say COVID-19 could become endemic but pose less of societal threat over time
A majority of infectious-disease researchers surveyed said they expect SARS-CoV-2 to become endemic, meaning it could continue to circulate for years like the flu or common cold.
A majority of infectious-disease researchers surveyed said they expect SARS-CoV-2 to become endemic, meaning it could continue to circulate for years like the flu or common cold.
Gov. Abbott ends statewide mask mandate, fully reopens all Texas businesses
"It is now time to open Texas 100%," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said when announcing a March 10 end to his statewide pandemic restrictions.
"It is now time to open Texas 100%," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said when announcing a March 10 end to his statewide pandemic restrictions.
7,179 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 136 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,179 Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,918,100.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,179 Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,918,100.
Florida state of the state: DeSantis touts COVID-19 decisions
Gov. Ron DeSantis formally launched the 2021 legislative session Tuesday with a State of the State address that touted the state’s actions during the COVID-19 pandemic and touched on hot-button issues that lawmakers will face over the next 60 days.
Gov. Ron DeSantis formally launched the 2021 legislative session Tuesday with a State of the State address that touted the state’s actions during the COVID-19 pandemic and touched on hot-button issues that lawmakers will face over the next 60 days.