Person caught COVID-19 after 5 minutes in restaurant 20 feet from infected patron, researchers say
It took only five minutes for one South Korean restaurant patron to become infected with the novel coronavirus from another person at the restaurant sitting more than 20 feet away, researchers say.
It took only five minutes for one South Korean restaurant patron to become infected with the novel coronavirus from another person at the restaurant sitting more than 20 feet away, researchers say.
13,000 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 96 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 13,000 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,181,483.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 13,000 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,181,483.
Loneliness can strengthen parts of brain tied to imagination and reminiscing, study finds
Researchers behind a large study have found that loneliness might actually help strengthen parts of the brain tied to imagination, reminiscing and future planning — helping those cope with isolation.
Researchers behind a large study have found that loneliness might actually help strengthen parts of the brain tied to imagination, reminiscing and future planning — helping those cope with isolation.
Vice President Mike Pence, Karen Pence receive COVID-19 vaccine publicly to ‘build confidence’
Vice President Mike Pence, second lady Karen Pence and Surgeon General Jerome Adams are scheduled to receive the vaccine Friday morning.
Vice President Mike Pence, second lady Karen Pence and Surgeon General Jerome Adams are scheduled to receive the vaccine Friday morning.
Florida State Fair delayed until April 2021 due to pandemic
Florida State Fair organizers announced the 2021 annual fair will be postponed by two months.
Florida State Fair organizers announced the 2021 annual fair will be postponed by two months.
Uber pledges 10 million free or discounted rides for people seeking COVID-19 vaccination
Uber has pledged 10 million free or discounted rides for those seeking to get the coronavirus vaccine, saying it wants to ensure transportation is not a barrier.
Uber has pledged 10 million free or discounted rides for those seeking to get the coronavirus vaccine, saying it wants to ensure transportation is not a barrier.
COVID-19 models plot harrowing scenarios for California hospitals
Over the next four weeks, California hospitals could be overflowing with 75,000 patients — about five times the current level — and an average of 400 people will die every day.
Over the next four weeks, California hospitals could be overflowing with 75,000 patients — about five times the current level — and an average of 400 people will die every day.
Gov. Ron DeSantis vows to 'stand in the way' if local leaders try to close restaurants
"If a local leader wants to put them out of work, you’re damn right I’m hobbling them from doing that," he said.
"If a local leader wants to put them out of work, you’re damn right I’m hobbling them from doing that," he said.
Joe Biden praises President Trump for ‘getting the vaccine moving’
In a television appearance Thursday night, Democrat Joe Biden praised President Trump for "getting the vaccine moving" as the treatment for fighting the coronavirus began to make its way across the U.S.
In a television appearance Thursday night, Democrat Joe Biden praised President Trump for "getting the vaccine moving" as the treatment for fighting the coronavirus began to make its way across the U.S.
US jobless claims rise to 885,000 amid resurgence of coronavirus
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose again last week to 885,000 as a resurgence of coronavirus cases threatens the economy’s recovery.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose again last week to 885,000 as a resurgence of coronavirus cases threatens the economy’s recovery.
With first vaccine shipments on hold, Florida officials look toward Moderna approval
The second coronavirus vaccine is on its way toward approval from the Food and Drug Administration, offering more hope for ending the COVID-19 pandemic. A vaccine advisory panel recommended approving Moderna’s vaccine Thursdsay.
The second coronavirus vaccine is on its way toward approval from the Food and Drug Administration, offering more hope for ending the COVID-19 pandemic. A vaccine advisory panel recommended approving Moderna’s vaccine Thursdsay.
Hillsborough, Pinellas officials make stricter mask rules to ward off sharp increase in COVID-19 cases
Without doubling down on our efforts to wear face coverings and social distance, experts predict by early February cases in the four-county Tampa Bay region could peak at 18,000 daily new COVID-19 infections.
Without doubling down on our efforts to wear face coverings and social distance, experts predict by early February cases in the four-county Tampa Bay region could peak at 18,000 daily new COVID-19 infections.
COVID-19 vaccine FAQ: Can vaccinated people still spread the coronavirus? Should they wear masks?
Can you still get infected and transmit the coronavirus, which has claimed more than 300,000 American lives, even after being vaccinated? A faculty expert at John Hopkins explains.
Can you still get infected and transmit the coronavirus, which has claimed more than 300,000 American lives, even after being vaccinated? A faculty expert at John Hopkins explains.
Some states told they won't receive expected number of doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
Several states say they have been told to expect far fewer doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in its second week of distribution, prompting worries about potential delays in shots for health care workers and long-term care residents.
Several states say they have been told to expect far fewer doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in its second week of distribution, prompting worries about potential delays in shots for health care workers and long-term care residents.
COVID-19 vaccines: When can children get vaccinated?
COVID-19 vaccinations have started in the U.S., but children won't be able to get them until there's enough study data showing the shots are safe and effective for younger ages as well.
COVID-19 vaccinations have started in the U.S., but children won't be able to get them until there's enough study data showing the shots are safe and effective for younger ages as well.
‘It almost killed me’: COVID-19 survivor has a warning for anyone letting their guard down
A 28-year-old who spent more than two months in the hospital battling COVID-19 is finally home.
A 28-year-old who spent more than two months in the hospital battling COVID-19 is finally home.
Moffitt, BayCare begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to frontline workers
Two more Bay Area hospitals will start using the doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine delivered to them this week.
Two more Bay Area hospitals will start using the doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine delivered to them this week.
2nd COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna set for FDA approval in US after panel endorsement
A government advisory panel endorsed a second COVID-19 vaccine Thursday by Moderna, paving the way for the shot to be added to the U.S. vaccination campaign.
A government advisory panel endorsed a second COVID-19 vaccine Thursday by Moderna, paving the way for the shot to be added to the U.S. vaccination campaign.
Delay in deal on COVID-19 relief, 2nd stimulus check may force weekend sessions for Congress
Congressional negotiators are closing in on a $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package that would deliver $300-per-week jobless checks and $600 stimulus payments to most Americans.
Congressional negotiators are closing in on a $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package that would deliver $300-per-week jobless checks and $600 stimulus payments to most Americans.
US reports staggering 247,000 new COVID-19 cases and 3,600 deaths in single day
Nearly a quarter-million new COVID-19 cases, more than 3,600 deaths and 113,000 hospitalizations were reported in a single day in the U.S. on Wednesday, shattering previous records.
Nearly a quarter-million new COVID-19 cases, more than 3,600 deaths and 113,000 hospitalizations were reported in a single day in the U.S. on Wednesday, shattering previous records.