House poised to vote on COVID-19 relief plan, $1,400 stimulus checks this week
The House is moving toward a final vote on the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan this week, which could send the bill to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law before unemployment benefits expire.
The House is moving toward a final vote on the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan this week, which could send the bill to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law before unemployment benefits expire.
Vial with first dose of COVID-19 to be displayed by Smithsonian Museum
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has acquired the vial that contained the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine administered in the United States.
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has acquired the vial that contained the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine administered in the United States.
Older Americans among the 1st to enjoy new CDC guidelines
The Redwoods has about 500 residents and staff, and with 90 percent of the people vaccinated, activities are resuming.
The Redwoods has about 500 residents and staff, and with 90 percent of the people vaccinated, activities are resuming.
College pays students to not travel during spring break
Some college students are getting paid to stay home during spring break to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Some college students are getting paid to stay home during spring break to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Israel reopens bars, restaurants and other parts of economy to those fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Nearly 40% of the population in Israel is vaccinated against COVID-19, and now authorities have reopened much of the economy to these “Green Pass” holders.
Nearly 40% of the population in Israel is vaccinated against COVID-19, and now authorities have reopened much of the economy to these “Green Pass” holders.
Know the difference between allergies and COVID-19 symptoms
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
Runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing -- the miserable signs of allergy season here in the Sunshine State. Local doctors say pollen levels are peaking in the next few weeks.
What the CDC guidelines for fully vaccinated people mean for your family
Fully vaccinated people can safely visit other fully vaccinated people, the CDC says. However, you should still take precautions in certain situations.
Fully vaccinated people can safely visit other fully vaccinated people, the CDC says. However, you should still take precautions in certain situations.
Some medical experts say one-shot regimen for Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines not enough
Following emergency approval by U.S. regulators for Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine, lawmakers and health officials are calling for a single-dose regimen for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines but some medical experts are skeptical.
Following emergency approval by U.S. regulators for Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose coronavirus vaccine, lawmakers and health officials are calling for a single-dose regimen for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines but some medical experts are skeptical.
Women-owned businesses face challenges but support is available
Coaching, resources, and even free help are out there for women who run small businesses.
Coaching, resources, and even free help are out there for women who run small businesses.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Catholic diocese raises concerns over Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Diocese of Rockville Centre claims the vaccine is the result of research originally derived from aborted fetal tissue specimens in the 1970s.
The Diocese of Rockville Centre claims the vaccine is the result of research originally derived from aborted fetal tissue specimens in the 1970s.
Could another virus wave hit NY due to other states lifting restrictions?
Three variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 are already spreading in New York, which is relying on its travel policy and contact tracing to prevent people coming from lax states from spreading the virus and variants here.
Three variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 are already spreading in New York, which is relying on its travel policy and contact tracing to prevent people coming from lax states from spreading the virus and variants here.
NYC high schools to reopen March 22; all school sports to resume
New York City public high schools will reopen to in-person instruction beginning Monday, March 22, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio. All school sports will also resume in early April.
New York City public high schools will reopen to in-person instruction beginning Monday, March 22, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio. All school sports will also resume in early April.
New Jersey fishing industry relies on pandemic aid to stay afloat
Boat owners and those who run fishing-related businesses in New Jersey say the extra money from the federal stimulus is helping keep them afloat amid a sea of red ink.
Boat owners and those who run fishing-related businesses in New Jersey say the extra money from the federal stimulus is helping keep them afloat amid a sea of red ink.
Vaccine rollout breeds mixed emotions, including guilt and envy
As the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines widens in the U.S., varying eligibility rules and unequal access to the doses are sometimes breeding feelings of guilt, envy and judgment, particularly when the seemingly young and healthy are sharing that they got their shots.
As the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines widens in the U.S., varying eligibility rules and unequal access to the doses are sometimes breeding feelings of guilt, envy and judgment, particularly when the seemingly young and healthy are sharing that they got their shots.
Long Island mother of 5 dies from coronavirus
A Long Island woman who was pregnant with her 6th child when she caught the coronavirus has passed away.
A Long Island woman who was pregnant with her 6th child when she caught the coronavirus has passed away.
Biden to deliver first primetime address as president, will mark anniversary of coronavirus shutdowns
President Biden’s address Thursday will be his first major address since Inauguration Day, and it's set to mark the anniversary of the coronavirus shutdowns.
President Biden’s address Thursday will be his first major address since Inauguration Day, and it's set to mark the anniversary of the coronavirus shutdowns.
CDC: Fully-vaccinated people can gather without masks, should still cover face in public
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from the CDC.
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from the CDC.
Study finds people with dementia twice as likely to get COVID-19
A new study found people who have dementia are at an increased risk of contracting COVID-19.
A new study found people who have dementia are at an increased risk of contracting COVID-19.
Unpredictability of COVID-19 severity may come down to antibody response, study shows
A new study is helping give researchers a better understanding of why a person infected with COVID-19 would become seriously ill - and it may come down to the type of antibody the person produces.
A new study is helping give researchers a better understanding of why a person infected with COVID-19 would become seriously ill - and it may come down to the type of antibody the person produces.