LA police, fire agencies had over 200 COVID-19 outbreaks

Public health officials have identified more than 200 coronavirus outbreaks at police or fire agencies throughout Los Angeles County since the start of the pandemic, according to a report.

CDC director acknowledges ‘confusion’ over COVID-19 boosters

The just-approved booster is intended for people originally vaccinated with shots made by Pfizer and its partner BioNTech.

Hernando County firefighter dies from COVID-19 complications

David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services. 

New York could use National Guard to fill ranks of unvaccinated health care workers

New York’s health department issued an order for all health care workers to be vaccinated by Sept. 27, and the state has a plan to fill the positions for those who don’t meet the requirement.

US has enough COVID-19 vaccines for boosters, children, health officials say

Federal and state health authorities said current supply and steady production of more doses can easily accommodate those seeking boosters or initial vaccination.

African leaders call out UN member states over inequities of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution

The inequity of COVID-19 vaccine distribution came into sharp focus Thursday as many of the African countries whose populations have little to no access to the life-saving shots stepped to the podium to speak at the U.N.’s annual meeting of world leaders.

Many families face food challenges amid COVID-19 pandemic, poll shows

Many Americans struggling to feed their families over the past pandemic year say they have had difficulty figuring out how to get help and had trouble finding healthy foods they can afford.

Where can I get the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot?

The CDC on Thursday endorsed Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Who is eligible for 3rd Pfizer shot?

Millions of Americans are now eligible to receive a Pfizer booster shot to help increase their protection against the worst effects of the coronavirus.

Judge won't force Delaware hospital to give ivermectin to COVID-19 patient

Vice-Chancellor Morgan Zurn said in a ruling issued Friday that patients, even if they are gravely ill, do not have a right to a particular medical treatment.

Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Austin-Travis County for Sept. 24-27

Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance.