US health officials renew push for COVID-19 boosters, amid new data on efficacy
Only about 13% of U.S. adults have gotten the updated booster.
Carnival Cruise Line brings back COVID-19 protocols in Australia
The move came after hundreds of passengers were infected on the Majestic Princess.
MIT scientists say humidity 'sweet spot' may help reduce spread of COVID-19
In the study published on Nov. 16, 2022, in the Journal of the Royal Society Interface, researchers report that maintaining an indoor relative humidity between 40 and 60 percent attributed to lower rates of COVID-19 infections and deaths.
COVID-19 deaths down 90% since February, WHO says
Overall, the WHO has reported 629 million cases and 6.5 million deaths linked to the pandemic.
Lino Lakes family left with $20K hospital bill after toddler's COVID-19 treatment deemed not necessary
A Lino Lakes family was left with a $20,000 bill for the treatment of their toddler, who was hospitalized and placed on oxygen with COVID-19 and enterovirus. Insurance deemed the treatment not "medically necessary."
Local school officials clash with parents over campus restrictions on cell phones
As growing numbers of schools move to limit student access to cellphones, many are navigating pushback from parents.
Watch: Deaf 5-year-old boy gets excited seeing deaf character on TV
“Wow, he’s deaf!” 5-year-old Silas Aquilo exclaimed while watching his favorite television show.
Middle schooler buys new shoes for friend teased by other students
"I could tell it was upsetting him," Romello Early said about his friend.
Visitors to Shanghai Disney locked in park for COVID-19 testing
“Please return and take a tour in the park," an employee in a mask said to guests in a video on social media. "The park’s gates are all closed temporarily, and you cannot leave now.”
Tucson father convicted in clash over school COVID-19 mandates
In September 2021, cellphone video showed Kelly Walker and two other men in the doorway of an office at Mesquite Elementary School. They stated they would make a "citizen’s arrest" of the principal. Walker was upset his child would have to isolate and miss a school field trip because of possible exposure to someone with COVID-19.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
CDC’s Dr. Walensky tests positive for COVID-19
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
UT Austin awarded $1M to establish Pandemic Decision Science center
The new UT Center for Pandemic Decision Science will bring together people from different disciplines and backgrounds to "tackle the grand challenge of preparing the world to combat future pandemic threats," says UT Austin.
FDA OKs Novavax COVID-19 booster dose
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax.
US warned to prepare as COVID cases rise in Europe
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
Boston University researchers claim to have developed new, more lethal COVID strain in lab
Researchers at Boston University added a spike protein from the Omicron variant with the original Wuhan strain, which has an 80% kill rate
Millions of people may still be eligible for COVID-19 stimulus checks, but the deadline is coming up
Based on IRS and Treasury data, there could be between 9 and 10 million people who have not yet received their payments.
Legendary Georgia football coach Vince Dooley hospitalized
Georgia Bulldogs legend Vince Dooley has been hospitalized with a mild case of COVID-19, according to reports.
Doctor burnout reached 'highest level on record' during COVID, experts want action
After physician burnout spiked during the COVID pandemic, experts see an urgent need to address the issue.
2022 World Cup: Qatar confirms COVID test requirements for fans attending tournament
Over 1 million visitors are expected to come to Qatar for the World Cup, which starts on Nov. 20. Visitors have to show a negative result from a PCR test taken 48 hours before arriving or from an official rapid test taken within 24 hours.