Most kids with coronavirus do not develop fever, study finds
Since the start of the pandemic, more than 3 million children have tested positive for COVID-19.
Since the start of the pandemic, more than 3 million children have tested positive for COVID-19.
‘Now is not the time’: Nurses’ union condemns CDC for relaxing mask protocols for vaccinated people
National Nurses United, the largest union of registered nurses in the country, released a statement condemning the CDC for rolling back mask requirements for fully vaccinated people.
National Nurses United, the largest union of registered nurses in the country, released a statement condemning the CDC for rolling back mask requirements for fully vaccinated people.
Walensky cites 'evolving data,' denies 'pressure' for sudden change in mask policy
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Sunday that the agency has always followed "evolving data" on the pandemic and cited two studies published Thursday for the sudden change in mask policy.
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Sunday that the agency has always followed "evolving data" on the pandemic and cited two studies published Thursday for the sudden change in mask policy.
Despite CDC guidance, some aren't ready to give up masks
Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases.
Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases.
Hundreds of bodies found buried along Indian riverbanks
Police are reaching out to villagers in northern India to investigate the recovery of bodies buried in shallow sand graves or washing up on the Ganges River banks, prompting speculation on social media that they were the remains of COVID-19 victims.
Police are reaching out to villagers in northern India to investigate the recovery of bodies buried in shallow sand graves or washing up on the Ganges River banks, prompting speculation on social media that they were the remains of COVID-19 victims.
Nassau County Exec. calls on New York to follow CDC guidelines
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran is calling on New York State to adopt the CDC's latest guidelines on masks.
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran is calling on New York State to adopt the CDC's latest guidelines on masks.
White House releases video of experts answering pandemic questions from ordinary Americans
The president released a questions-and-answers video Saturday morning that showed experts answering common questions from ordinary Americans.
The president released a questions-and-answers video Saturday morning that showed experts answering common questions from ordinary Americans.
Cuomo: Half of NY's adults are vaccinated against COVID-19
"The vaccine works, and we are continuing to do everything we can to make it accessible in every community. If you still need to get your shot, you just need to show up at one of our sites and roll up your sleeve," Cuomo said.
"The vaccine works, and we are continuing to do everything we can to make it accessible in every community. If you still need to get your shot, you just need to show up at one of our sites and roll up your sleeve," Cuomo said.
Explainer: Why did Yankees test positive after vaccination?
Coronavirus infections among the New York Yankees team and staff underscore that the infections are possible even after vaccination.
Coronavirus infections among the New York Yankees team and staff underscore that the infections are possible even after vaccination.
NJ Gov. Murphy keeps indoor mask mandate for now
Gov. Phil Murphy's announcement that New Jersey will retain an indoor mask requirement butts up against new CDC guidance that vaccinated Americans can ditch masks outdoors and in many indoor situations.
Gov. Phil Murphy's announcement that New Jersey will retain an indoor mask requirement butts up against new CDC guidance that vaccinated Americans can ditch masks outdoors and in many indoor situations.
Walt Disney World updates mask policy, effective Saturday
Face coverings for guests at Walt Disney World Resort will no longer be required when outdoors beginning on Saturday, and similar to an announcement made earlier Friday by Universal Orlando, masks will still be required when indoors and in ride queues.
Face coverings for guests at Walt Disney World Resort will no longer be required when outdoors beginning on Saturday, and similar to an announcement made earlier Friday by Universal Orlando, masks will still be required when indoors and in ride queues.
Long Island high school vaccinates students, staff
Freeport High School said it was the first school district on Long Island to offer vaccines to students.
Freeport High School said it was the first school district on Long Island to offer vaccines to students.
Novavax delays timeline for COVID-19 vaccine regulatory clearance, production of shots
Novavax said in an earnings call this week that won't be able to get its COVID-19 vaccine authorized until at least July, and a shortage of materials have delayed its production goals.
Novavax said in an earnings call this week that won't be able to get its COVID-19 vaccine authorized until at least July, and a shortage of materials have delayed its production goals.
Understanding the CDC's new mask guidelines
The CDC's new indoor mask guidelines may sound good in theory, but what about in practice? A lot of questions remain about exactly how this will impact whether we keep wearing masks indoors.
The CDC's new indoor mask guidelines may sound good in theory, but what about in practice? A lot of questions remain about exactly how this will impact whether we keep wearing masks indoors.
NIH report details how severe forms of COVID-19 cause lung failure and death
A recent report from the National Institutes of Health details how more severe forms of COVID-19 have caused some to have lung failure and even die from the disease.
A recent report from the National Institutes of Health details how more severe forms of COVID-19 have caused some to have lung failure and even die from the disease.
Yankees' Torres positive for COVID despite being vaccinated
New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres has tested positive for COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated and having previously contracted the coronavirus during the offseason.
New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres has tested positive for COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated and having previously contracted the coronavirus during the offseason.
Children get vaccinated on Long Island
Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park and Nassau Community College in Garden City are vaccinating children against COVID-19.
Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park and Nassau Community College in Garden City are vaccinating children against COVID-19.
India's coronavirus doctors report 'black fungus' infections among some patients
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
India's health officials warned the country’s doctors to be on the lookout for mucormycosis, or so-called "black fungus" infections. Many of the patients have had diabetes and a history of COVID-19 infection.
Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Children to start getting COVID vaccine
Children as young as 12 now have the opportunity to get the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine shot.
Children as young as 12 now have the opportunity to get the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine shot.