Novavax COVID-19 vaccine: FDA authorizes new shot for adults
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. -- and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. -- and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Video game players show increased brain activity, decision-making skills, study says
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
Monkeypox is now considered community spread in Austin-Travis County
As of Tuesday, six monkeypox cases and seven presumptive cases were confirmed in Austin-Travis County. The illness typically lasts for 2−4 weeks.
As of Tuesday, six monkeypox cases and seven presumptive cases were confirmed in Austin-Travis County. The illness typically lasts for 2−4 weeks.
Fentanyl risk from $1 bill? Drug safety expert dispels myths about second-hand exposure
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
Travis County, Austin Public Health host free COVID-19 vaccine clinics July 12-15
No appointments are required for these COVID-19 vaccine clinics.
No appointments are required for these COVID-19 vaccine clinics.
White House updates response plan for infectious COVID variants; pushes boosters
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
Prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among US children continues to rise, study suggests
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
EU urges second COVID-19 boosters for people ages 60 to 79
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
The European Union said Monday it's “critical” that authorities in the 27-nation bloc consider giving second coronavirus booster shots as a new wave of the pandemic sweeps over the continent.
Judge throws out Missouri AG’s COVID-19 suit against China
The complaint filed in April 2020 alleges that Chinese officials are “responsible for the enormous death, suffering, and economic losses they inflicted on the world, including Missourians.”
The complaint filed in April 2020 alleges that Chinese officials are “responsible for the enormous death, suffering, and economic losses they inflicted on the world, including Missourians.”
Feeling 'hangry' may be rooted in science and not all in our heads: New study
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
What can I do to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke?
ATCEMS is sharing some tips to prevent heat emergencies, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
ATCEMS is sharing some tips to prevent heat emergencies, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
Oprah Winfrey’s father, Vernon Winfrey, dies at 89
“I had the sacred honor of witnessing the man responsible for my life, take his last breath,” Oprah shared on Instagram.
“I had the sacred honor of witnessing the man responsible for my life, take his last breath,” Oprah shared on Instagram.
Shawn Mendes postpones his world tour, citing his 'mental health'
The 'Señorita' singer said he's reached a "breaking point."
The 'Señorita' singer said he's reached a "breaking point."
NYC COVID: Health department urges use of masks in public places and in crowds outdoors
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 could be ‘worst’ so far, doctors say
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Deadly brain-eating amoeba found in Iowa beach as temperatures rise
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
Gates Foundation, women's tennis partnering on health issues
All sorts of requests reach the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, via all sorts of methods, but rarely does a meaningful entreaty come via LinkedIn message. That, though, is how Micky Lawler, the president of the WTA women’s professional tennis tour, first reached out to the group about a partnership during a sleepless pandemic night.
All sorts of requests reach the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, via all sorts of methods, but rarely does a meaningful entreaty come via LinkedIn message. That, though, is how Micky Lawler, the president of the WTA women’s professional tennis tour, first reached out to the group about a partnership during a sleepless pandemic night.
Beijing appears to retract vaccine mandate after pushback
The Chinese capital Beijing appears to have backed off a plan to launch a vaccine mandate for entry into certain public spaces after pushback from residents.
The Chinese capital Beijing appears to have backed off a plan to launch a vaccine mandate for entry into certain public spaces after pushback from residents.
Man may have spread monkeypox in Dallas, health officials say
Dallas County health officials said a man who was infected with monkeypox had sexual encounters with several other men at a bathhouse late last month.
Dallas County health officials said a man who was infected with monkeypox had sexual encounters with several other men at a bathhouse late last month.
Beijing mandates COVID vaccines to enter some public spaces
The Chinese capital has issued a mandate requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before they can enter some public spaces including gyms, museums and libraries, drawing concern from city residents.
The Chinese capital has issued a mandate requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before they can enter some public spaces including gyms, museums and libraries, drawing concern from city residents.