LA County reports more than 20,000 new COVID cases ahead of New Year's Eve
Los Angeles County Public Health once again saw an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases, with the daily new cases topping 20,000.
Los Angeles County Public Health once again saw an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases, with the daily new cases topping 20,000.
NJ hospitals limiting visitors to prevent omicron spread as COVID surge continues
Facilities are now limiting visitors, with very few exceptions. Any visits to COVID-19 and immunocompromised patients must be approved by a member of the patient's care team.
Facilities are now limiting visitors, with very few exceptions. Any visits to COVID-19 and immunocompromised patients must be approved by a member of the patient's care team.
ANOTHER COVID RECORD BROKEN: NY records 74K positive tests, new all-time daily high
New York's COVID positivity rate currently stands at a jaw-dropping 22.05%.
New York's COVID positivity rate currently stands at a jaw-dropping 22.05%.
Do at-home COVID-19 tests detect the omicron variant?
Government scientists have been checking to make sure rapid tests still work as each new variant comes along. This week, the FDA said preliminary research indicates they detect omicron, but may have reduced sensitivity.
Government scientists have been checking to make sure rapid tests still work as each new variant comes along. This week, the FDA said preliminary research indicates they detect omicron, but may have reduced sensitivity.
CDC advises travelers to avoid cruises regardless of vaccination status
Even if you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC is advising against traveling on a cruise ship.
Even if you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC is advising against traveling on a cruise ship.
NJ congressman tells unvaxxed to 'get off your butt' after he tests COVID positive
Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., who is 84, fully vaccinated, and tested positive for COVID-19, has a message for any of you who still haven't gotten vaccinated: "Get off your butt" and get your shots.
Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., who is 84, fully vaccinated, and tested positive for COVID-19, has a message for any of you who still haven't gotten vaccinated: "Get off your butt" and get your shots.
COVID-19 leaves US children hospitalized in near-record numbers
During the week of Dec. 21-27, an average of 334 children with the coronavirus were admitted per day to hospitals, a 58% increase from the week before.
During the week of Dec. 21-27, an average of 334 children with the coronavirus were admitted per day to hospitals, a 58% increase from the week before.
What are some symptoms of the new omicron variant of COVID-19?
While omicron's severity is currently unknown, researchers have compiled a ist of the most commonly reported symptoms from people infected by the latest variant.
While omicron's severity is currently unknown, researchers have compiled a ist of the most commonly reported symptoms from people infected by the latest variant.
NY COVID cases shatter records, rise to nearly 70K
Positive COVID-19 tests in New York soared by a shocking 64.5% in a single day, as the omicron variant sets new records nationwide.
Positive COVID-19 tests in New York soared by a shocking 64.5% in a single day, as the omicron variant sets new records nationwide.
J&J COVID-19 booster found to cut omicron hospitalizations in South African study
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 booster shot was found to reduce the risk of omicron-related hospitalization by about 85%, according to a South African clinical trial.
CDC monitors, investigates at least 73 cruise ships following COVID-19 outbreaks
As of Monday, 73 cruise ships were sailing at yellow or orange status, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ships with orange or yellow status are currently being monitored or investigated due to suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 on board.
As of Monday, 73 cruise ships were sailing at yellow or orange status, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ships with orange or yellow status are currently being monitored or investigated due to suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 on board.
New COVID-19 cases in US hit pandemic high amid omicron surge
The seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. was 265,427 on Tuesday, well over the previous record set in mid-January, according to Johns Hopkins.
The seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. was 265,427 on Tuesday, well over the previous record set in mid-January, according to Johns Hopkins.
1st person in US to get COVID-19 shot now a vaccine activist
The first person in the U.S. to get a COVID-19 vaccine, New York nurse Sandra Lindsay, has since become a prominent face in the vaccination campaign.
The first person in the U.S. to get a COVID-19 vaccine, New York nurse Sandra Lindsay, has since become a prominent face in the vaccination campaign.
NYC COVID surge: $100 booster shot incentive in NYC
New York City is giving $100 to any resident who gets a COVID booster at a City-run or SOMOS clinic by Dec. 31, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
New York City is giving $100 to any resident who gets a COVID booster at a City-run or SOMOS clinic by Dec. 31, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Children hospitalized with COVID increases five-fold in New York City
The number of children in New York City hospitalized with COVID-19 has increased five-fold from the start of the month, announced NY Gov. Kathy Hochul.
The number of children in New York City hospitalized with COVID-19 has increased five-fold from the start of the month, announced NY Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Fauci: US should consider vaccine mandate for US air travel
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top U.S. infectious disease expert, said the U.S. should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel, signaling a potential embrace of an idea the Biden administration has previously eschewed, as COVID-19 cases spike.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top U.S. infectious disease expert, said the U.S. should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel, signaling a potential embrace of an idea the Biden administration has previously eschewed, as COVID-19 cases spike.
Where are the new COVID testing sites in New York City?
More COVID testing sites opened up across New York City on Monday in response to the dramatic surge in coronavirus cases.
More COVID testing sites opened up across New York City on Monday in response to the dramatic surge in coronavirus cases.
NYC vaccine mandate for private employers and those 12 and older in effect
A COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all private employers is now in effect in New York City. Also, New Yorkers aged 12 and older are now required to show proof of two vaccine doses to enter most indoor venues.
A COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all private employers is now in effect in New York City. Also, New Yorkers aged 12 and older are now required to show proof of two vaccine doses to enter most indoor venues.
COVID surge: Omicron causing shortage of FDNY EMS staff
According to the FDNY, roughly 19% of New York City's EMS workers are out sick.
According to the FDNY, roughly 19% of New York City's EMS workers are out sick.
ANOTHER RECORD: Nearly 50,000 new COVID cases in NY
New York hit another pandemic-high number of positive COVID cases on December 24, as the omicron variant continues to drive a shocking increase in COVID cases nationwide.
New York hit another pandemic-high number of positive COVID cases on December 24, as the omicron variant continues to drive a shocking increase in COVID cases nationwide.