U.S. COVID-19 Deaths Are Topping 1,900 a Day
COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. have climbed to an average of more than 1,900 a day for the first time since early March.
J&J COVID-19 Booster Shot Prompts Strong Response, Company Says
The company says a booster dose to its one-shot coronavirus vaccine provides a strong immune response months after people receive a first dose.
Survivors of Russian University Shooting Airlifted to Moscow
Seven survivors of a shooting at a university in central Russia that left six people dead and 28 more wounded are to be airlifted to Moscow for medical treatment.
NY Volunteer Firefighter Accused of Disclosing Private Medical Information
A Depew man is accusing a local volunteer fire company of unlawfully allowing his confidential health care information to become public.
Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Works in Kids Ages 5 to 11
Pfizer said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
Shooting at University in Russia Leaves Eight Dead, 28 Hurt
A gunman opened fire Monday at a university in Russia, leaving eight people dead and 28 hurt, officials said.
FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Widespread Pfizer Booster Shots
An influential federal advisory panel has soundly rejected a plan to offer Pfizer booster shots against COVID-19 to most Americans.
Study: Childhood Obesity in U.S. Accelerated during Pandemic
A new study ties the COVID-19 pandemic to an “alarming” increase in obesity in U.S. children and teenagers.
ID Rations Healthcare as COVID Surge Drags On
Idaho public health leaders on Thursday expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.
Can Kids be Harmed Wearing Masks to Protect Against COVID?
No, there is no scientific evidence showing masks cause harm to kids' health despite baseless claims suggesting otherwise.
