Fever, headache, fatigue are all signs the vaccine is working, doctors say
So far, experts say about 30% of those who get one of three COVID-19 vaccines experience mild to moderate symptoms, but those are actually a sign the vaccine is working and don't pose a long-term health threat.
So far, experts say about 30% of those who get one of three COVID-19 vaccines experience mild to moderate symptoms, but those are actually a sign the vaccine is working and don't pose a long-term health threat.
Study finds high levels of carcinogen in several hand sanitizer brands
An independent study found that some widely available hand sanitizers in the U.S. — which were rapidly produced in an effort to prevent infection amid the COVID-19 pandemic — contain high levels of a chemical known to cause cancer.
An independent study found that some widely available hand sanitizers in the U.S. — which were rapidly produced in an effort to prevent infection amid the COVID-19 pandemic — contain high levels of a chemical known to cause cancer.
‘Right now, I’m scared’: CDC director feels ‘impending doom’ amid COVID-19 uptick in US
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walenksy said she feels “impending doom” as COVID-19 cases rise once again across the country.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walenksy said she feels “impending doom” as COVID-19 cases rise once again across the country.
Biden says 90% of US adults will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine by April 19
President Joe Biden said at least 90% of the adult U.S. population will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine by April 19 and will have access to a vaccination site within 5 miles of home.
President Joe Biden said at least 90% of the adult U.S. population will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine by April 19 and will have access to a vaccination site within 5 miles of home.
WHO report says animals likely source of COVID-19, lab leak 'extremely unlikely'
A joint WHO-China study says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario, according to a copy obtained by the Associated Press.
A joint WHO-China study says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario, according to a copy obtained by the Associated Press.
Ban on renter evictions during COVID-19 pandemic extended through June 30
The CDC on Monday moved to continue the pandemic-related protection, which had been scheduled to expire on March 31. Here’s how to be eligible.
The CDC on Monday moved to continue the pandemic-related protection, which had been scheduled to expire on March 31. Here’s how to be eligible.
Birx recalls ‘very difficult’ phone call with Trump after publicly detailing COVID-19 spread
Dr. Deborah Birx revealed that she had a “very uncomfortable” and “very difficult” phone conversation with former President Donald Trump after she spoke out about the COVID-19 spread last August.
Dr. Deborah Birx revealed that she had a “very uncomfortable” and “very difficult” phone conversation with former President Donald Trump after she spoke out about the COVID-19 spread last August.
Biden administration working with industry to develop COVID-19 'passports' as vaccinations progress
Passports offer a glimpse of a future that many are longing for after months of COVID-19 restrictions.
Passports offer a glimpse of a future that many are longing for after months of COVID-19 restrictions.
Colleges weigh mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for students
As more Americans get vaccinated, colleges are considering mandatory vaccines for students before returning to campus.
As more Americans get vaccinated, colleges are considering mandatory vaccines for students before returning to campus.
Biden to push another coronavirus recovery bill on top of $1.9T package: Psaki
Biden is expected to detail an infrastructure package on Wednesday.
Biden is expected to detail an infrastructure package on Wednesday.
Fauci believes COVID-19 had time to 'adapt in the wild' in early days
Fauci wants to read the World Health Organization report before judging it.
Fauci wants to read the World Health Organization report before judging it.
Coronavirus fight stalls in early hot spots New York, New Jersey
The two states now rank No. 1 and 2 in new infections per capita among U.S. states. New Jersey has been reporting about 647 new cases for every 100,000 residents over the past 14 days. New York has averaged 548.
The two states now rank No. 1 and 2 in new infections per capita among U.S. states. New Jersey has been reporting about 647 new cases for every 100,000 residents over the past 14 days. New York has averaged 548.
Lincoln Financial Field hosts vaccine clinic for people with autism
The Eagles Autism Foundation and Divine Providence Village co-hosted the clinic, which included a sensory-friendly environment with a visual schedule, story-based intervention and quiet rooms.
The Eagles Autism Foundation and Divine Providence Village co-hosted the clinic, which included a sensory-friendly environment with a visual schedule, story-based intervention and quiet rooms.
Lingering COVID-19 symptoms affect middle-aged women the worst, according to studies
Two separate studies out of the United Kingdom suggest that middle-aged women suffer the most from long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms.
Two separate studies out of the United Kingdom suggest that middle-aged women suffer the most from long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms.
Texas COVID numbers decrease 17 days after mask, other restrictions lifted
Over two weeks since Texas lifted coronavirus mandates that allowed businesses to open at full capacity and mask-wearing optional, the state is still seeing falling caseloads.
Over two weeks since Texas lifted coronavirus mandates that allowed businesses to open at full capacity and mask-wearing optional, the state is still seeing falling caseloads.
CDC director concerned over rising COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
Health officials are concerned that some COVID-19 metrics are trending in the wrong direction such as new cases and hospitalizations.
Health officials are concerned that some COVID-19 metrics are trending in the wrong direction such as new cases and hospitalizations.
Worst may lie ahead for Brazil as it nears 4,000 daily COVID-19 deaths
Brazil currently accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths, far more than any other single nation, and health experts are warning the nation is on the verge of even greater calamity.
Brazil currently accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths, far more than any other single nation, and health experts are warning the nation is on the verge of even greater calamity.
Large trial underway to determine if vaccinated people can catch, transmit COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday that a large trial is underway to determine if people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can become infected without showing symptoms or transmit the disease.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday that a large trial is underway to determine if people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can become infected without showing symptoms or transmit the disease.
Masks, hand sanitizers, PPE are tax-deductible, IRS says
The Internal Revenue Service announced on Friday that personal protective equipment purchased to stop the spread of COVID-19 are considered tax-deductible.
The Internal Revenue Service announced on Friday that personal protective equipment purchased to stop the spread of COVID-19 are considered tax-deductible.
New Jersey will expand vaccine eligibility to include those 55+ in April
New Jersey will expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility beginning April 5 to people ages 55 and older, as well as to people 16 and older if they have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
New Jersey will expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility beginning April 5 to people ages 55 and older, as well as to people 16 and older if they have intellectual or developmental disabilities.