3 Air Force cadets who refused COVID-19 vaccine won't be commissioned

A fourth cadet who had refused the vaccine until about a week ago decided to be vaccinated and will graduate and become an Air Force officer.

US sees risk of 'dire' COVID supply, rationing without more funding

Nearly all the money in the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan that was dedicated directly to COVID-19 response has been spent.

2nd COVID vaccine booster benefits the most vulnerable

The World Health Organization — the U.N.'s health agency — said evidence is limited but is increasing that a second booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine would benefit health workers, people who are 60 or older, and those with weak immune systems.

NY recommends indoor masking in 'high risk' counties

Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, and Putnam counties have all been designated as 'high-risk' counties by the CDC. Much of New York City is considered 'medium risk'.

NYC COVID cases rise; CDC says spike in deaths coming

Officials said New York City would seriously consider bringing back mask mandates and vaccine checks if hospitalizations due to COVID continue to rise.

Why are vaccines still important if so many kids have already had COVID-19?

A recent CDC report estimated that 75% of U.S. kids have likely had COVID-19. Here’s why experts say vaccines are still important, despite having recovered from a previous infection.

Long Island teacher indicted for fake vaccine card

A Nassau County teacher has been indicted on charges she allegedly submitted a forged COVID-19 vaccination car to her school in a scheme to get around her district's mandatory testing rules.

COVID antiviral approved for young kids but vaccine still not available

Nearly 1,700 parents and doctors across the country have filed a Citizen Petition calling on the FDA to approve a COVID vaccine for kids under 5.

Dozens of NYC teachers investigated over fake vaccine cards

Dozens of New York City teachers face unpaid leave as they are investigated for allegedly using fake vaccine cards to stay in the classroom.

COVID-19 was 3rd leading cause of death in US in 2021, CDC reports

The CDC report examined death rates in the United States for 2021. For the second year, COVID-19 was the third leading cause of death, after heart disease and cancer.

Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.

COVID vaccine: Moderna looks to update shots for fall

Moderna hopes to offer updated COVID-19 boosters in the fall that combine the original vaccine with protection against the latest variant. Before omicron struck, Moderna began testing a shot combining the original vaccine with protection against an earlier variant named beta.

NYC COVID risk alert level to rise amid surge

A surge in COVID cases will push up New York City's risk alert level this week. Five neighborhoods are now seeing double-digit positivity rates.

NY issues COVID warning with cases on the rise again

Health officials are urging New Yorkers not to let their guards down against the coronavirus ahead of the coming holiday weekend.