COVID-19 booster for immunocompromised to be approved 'imminently,' Fauci says
U.S. approval of a COVID-19 booster dose for people with weakened immune systems is expected to come “imminently,” Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
U.S. approval of a COVID-19 booster dose for people with weakened immune systems is expected to come “imminently,” Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
Pennsylvania guards union warns Wolf of legal action over vaccine mandate
The president of the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association sent a letter to the Democratic governor two days after Wolf ordered the guards and some other state workers to get fully vaccinated by Sept. 7 or face weekly testing.
The president of the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association sent a letter to the Democratic governor two days after Wolf ordered the guards and some other state workers to get fully vaccinated by Sept. 7 or face weekly testing.
Study finds COVID-19 booster dose helps protect transplant patients
A third dose of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine improved protection for organ transplant recipients, Canadian researchers reported this week.
A third dose of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine improved protection for organ transplant recipients, Canadian researchers reported this week.
Philadelphia issues new mask mandates as COVID-19 cases soar
FOX 29's Alex Holley talked with the acting health commissioner for the City of Philadelphia, Dr. Cheryl Bettigole, about the new mask mandate issued that started Thursday at midnight and why they made the decision to put the mandate in place.
FOX 29's Alex Holley talked with the acting health commissioner for the City of Philadelphia, Dr. Cheryl Bettigole, about the new mask mandate issued that started Thursday at midnight and why they made the decision to put the mandate in place.
School districts defy GOP leaders banning mask mandates
The highly contagious delta variant is fueling a surge in coronavirus cases as students return to classrooms.
The highly contagious delta variant is fueling a surge in coronavirus cases as students return to classrooms.
Missouri deploys ‘ambulance strike teams’ for hospitals overwhelmed by COVID-19 delta surge
Missouri deployed “ambulance strike teams” as hospitals statewide deal with an influx of COVID-19 patients ill with the delta variant.
Missouri deployed “ambulance strike teams” as hospitals statewide deal with an influx of COVID-19 patients ill with the delta variant.
Eagles, Phillies to require indoor mask wearing for all fans
The Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies on Wednesday said that fans will be required to mask up while indoors at Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park regardless of vaccination status.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies on Wednesday said that fans will be required to mask up while indoors at Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park regardless of vaccination status.
CDC urges COVID-19 vaccinations for pregnant women amid delta surge
The CDC updated its guidance after reviewing new safety data on 2,500 women who showed no increased risk of miscarriages for those who’d received a Pfizer or Moderna shot prior to their 20th week of pregnancy.
The CDC updated its guidance after reviewing new safety data on 2,500 women who showed no increased risk of miscarriages for those who’d received a Pfizer or Moderna shot prior to their 20th week of pregnancy.
YouTube suspends Rand Paul for violating COVID misinformation policy
This is the second time in two weeks that YouTube has removed one of U.S. Sen. Rand Paul's videos for violating its rules on COVID misinformation.
This is the second time in two weeks that YouTube has removed one of U.S. Sen. Rand Paul's videos for violating its rules on COVID misinformation.
Overwhelmed hospitals face nurse shortages amid US COVID-19 surge
Florida, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oregon all have more COVID-19 hospitalizations than at any other point in the pandemic amid nursing staff shortages.
Florida, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oregon all have more COVID-19 hospitalizations than at any other point in the pandemic amid nursing staff shortages.
US sending 837K Pfizer shots to Caribbean amid anti-vaccine protests
The U.S. is sending more than 800,000 Pfizer shots to Caribbean nations as the region struggles with a spike in COVID-19 cases amid violent anti-vaccine protests.
The U.S. is sending more than 800,000 Pfizer shots to Caribbean nations as the region struggles with a spike in COVID-19 cases amid violent anti-vaccine protests.
Supplements to boost children's immune systems
FOX 29's Alex Holley talks with a pediatrician on some of the recommended ways that she would use to help boost a child's immune system against illness, especially with more younger children getting COVID-19 and are not able to be vaccinated.
FOX 29's Alex Holley talks with a pediatrician on some of the recommended ways that she would use to help boost a child's immune system against illness, especially with more younger children getting COVID-19 and are not able to be vaccinated.
Restaurants in Philadelphia area are requiring proof of vaccination
The general manager of Martha's and the owner of Rouge joined FOX 29's Mike Jerrick to talk about the rising COVID-19 cases in the area and how these restaurants are preparing, whether it is requiring vaccinations for their indoor diners or requiring face masks indoors while dining.
The general manager of Martha's and the owner of Rouge joined FOX 29's Mike Jerrick to talk about the rising COVID-19 cases in the area and how these restaurants are preparing, whether it is requiring vaccinations for their indoor diners or requiring face masks indoors while dining.
Philly Mask Mandate: City to address change in mask guidance Wednesday
Dawn Timmeney details likely new Philly COVID-19 restrictions
Dawn Timmeney details likely new Philly COVID-19 restrictions
US records more than 184,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours
The U.S. recorded 184,346 new daily COVID-19 cases over 24 hours amid a surge driven by the delta variant and low vaccination rates across the South and in other areas.
The U.S. recorded 184,346 new daily COVID-19 cases over 24 hours amid a surge driven by the delta variant and low vaccination rates across the South and in other areas.
Colorado county hit early by COVID-19 delta strain saw more breakthrough cases, CDC says
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
Could parents sue if a child gets COVID-19 from an unvaccinated teacher? Legal experts weigh in
As children return to school, parents are concerned with how best to protect their child from COVID-19. Legal experts say even if a child does get sick, it’ll be hard to place the blame on educators.
As children return to school, parents are concerned with how best to protect their child from COVID-19. Legal experts say even if a child does get sick, it’ll be hard to place the blame on educators.
Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Houston-area COVID patient in need of hospital room, but family says they're told none are available
An Atascocita man battling COVID-19 is having trouble finding a hospital that will accept him as COVID cases continue to rise. He's now on a waiting list for hospitals out of state.
An Atascocita man battling COVID-19 is having trouble finding a hospital that will accept him as COVID cases continue to rise. He's now on a waiting list for hospitals out of state.
Delaware to mandate masks in all public, private schools
On Tuesday, Delaware's Governor Carney announced that everyone kindergarten-age and older in K-12 schools, child care homes, and child care centers must wear face coverings indoors effective August 16.
On Tuesday, Delaware's Governor Carney announced that everyone kindergarten-age and older in K-12 schools, child care homes, and child care centers must wear face coverings indoors effective August 16.