Young Americans dying sooner from violence, poverty, racial injustices, researchers say
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
FDA acts to expand use of treatment for COVID-19 patients with mild-to-moderate disease
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
US Olympians 100% vaccinated, chief medical officer says
Chief Medical Officer Jonathan Finnoff says all American Olympians headed to Beijing have been vaccinated, and not one of them sought a medical exemption.
Chief Medical Officer Jonathan Finnoff says all American Olympians headed to Beijing have been vaccinated, and not one of them sought a medical exemption.
NFL ends daily COVID-19 testing for vaccinated and unvaccinated players
NFL players will no longer be subjected to daily COVID-19 testing, regardless of their vaccination status, according to a memo sent to all 32 clubs.
NFL players will no longer be subjected to daily COVID-19 testing, regardless of their vaccination status, according to a memo sent to all 32 clubs.
Virginia parent arrested after threatening school board with armed response over mask mandate
The Luray Police Department has charged Amelia Ruffner King with a violation of the Code of Virginia: Oral Threat While on School Property.
The Luray Police Department has charged Amelia Ruffner King with a violation of the Code of Virginia: Oral Threat While on School Property.
Travis County Expo Center COVID-19 vaccine clinic to delay opening
The drive-thru clinic will be open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday due to expected cold temperatures.
The drive-thru clinic will be open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday due to expected cold temperatures.
Teacher gives COVID vaccine to teen, Long Island prosecutors say
A Long Island teacher was arraigned on a felony charge after she was accused of illegally giving a coronavirus vaccine to a teenager.
A Long Island teacher was arraigned on a felony charge after she was accused of illegally giving a coronavirus vaccine to a teenager.
Deputy nearly dies from COVID-19 after catching virus while trying to save man's life
A deputy who was given a 10% chance of surviving COVID-19 is now back at work after battling the virus the last 5 months.
A deputy who was given a 10% chance of surviving COVID-19 is now back at work after battling the virus the last 5 months.
CDC: Vaccine, previous infection offered added protection against delta
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
N95 masks: Where to find them for free
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
Two men charged with robbing 3 Central Texas small town pharmacies
The pair allegedly robbed pharmacies in Luling, Pleasanton, and Seguin and attempted to rob another in Sealy at gunpoint, court documents say.
The pair allegedly robbed pharmacies in Luling, Pleasanton, and Seguin and attempted to rob another in Sealy at gunpoint, court documents say.
Canadian restaurant accepted dog photos, I.D. over proof of negative test, COVID-19 vaccine
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.
Conjoined twin girls, joined at chest, successfully separated by CHOP surgeons
Addy and Lily are finally back home with their family after months of intensive care at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a complex surgery that separated them after they were born conjoined at the chest.
Addy and Lily are finally back home with their family after months of intensive care at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a complex surgery that separated them after they were born conjoined at the chest.
‘No amount’ of alcohol is good for the heart, World Heart Federation says
It turns out, drinking any amount of alcohol (yes, even wine) can increase a person’s risk for heart disease, a new policy brief by the World Heart Federation stated.
It turns out, drinking any amount of alcohol (yes, even wine) can increase a person’s risk for heart disease, a new policy brief by the World Heart Federation stated.
California bill would allow preteens to get vaxed without parents' consent
Sen. Scott Wiener’s bill would lift the parental requirement for that age group for any vaccine that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sen. Scott Wiener’s bill would lift the parental requirement for that age group for any vaccine that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Rising COVID-19 pediatric cases in Austin area creating domino effect
Officials say it's more important than ever to have children vaccinated and boosted when eligible and to make sure they wear well-fitting masks when they're around others.
Officials say it's more important than ever to have children vaccinated and boosted when eligible and to make sure they wear well-fitting masks when they're around others.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held Jan. 21-24 around Travis County
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Lexington ISD closes campuses, offices for Jan. 21 and 24
Lexington ISD is expected to resume its normal schedule on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
Lexington ISD is expected to resume its normal schedule on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
Del Valle ISD cancels classes, closes campuses for Jan. 21
Del Valle ISD is expected to reopen with normal operating hours on Monday, Jan. 24.
Del Valle ISD is expected to reopen with normal operating hours on Monday, Jan. 24.
COVID-19 detector: Wearable ‘Fresh Air Clip' can detect virus, study finds
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health developed an easy-to-clip-on device called the ‘Fresh Air Clip’ that can help detect low levels of SARS-COV-2.
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health developed an easy-to-clip-on device called the ‘Fresh Air Clip’ that can help detect low levels of SARS-COV-2.