‘Educate yourself’: Mom warning parents of MIS-C’s link to COVID-19 after son’s near-death experience
MIS-C is an illness seen in some young children after they've recovered from COVID-19. Rohen was in the hospital for days and still has months of recovery ahead of him - and his mother is sharing their harrowing experience as a warning to other parents.
MIS-C is an illness seen in some young children after they've recovered from COVID-19. Rohen was in the hospital for days and still has months of recovery ahead of him - and his mother is sharing their harrowing experience as a warning to other parents.
LIRR to reverse service cuts after complaints
The Long Island Railroad's planned service cuts resulted in packed trains and in some cases, no room for social distancing.
The Long Island Railroad's planned service cuts resulted in packed trains and in some cases, no room for social distancing.
How the pandemic relief bill could dramatically cut child poverty
The American Rescue Plan legislation would expand the child tax credit, allowing more families to receive cash payments.
The American Rescue Plan legislation would expand the child tax credit, allowing more families to receive cash payments.
CDC director says next 2 months critical in stopping another COVID-19 surge
As the U.S. races to vaccinate as many Americans as possible, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the next two months are critical in preventing another viral surge amid rising concerns over COVID-19 variants.
As the U.S. races to vaccinate as many Americans as possible, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the next two months are critical in preventing another viral surge amid rising concerns over COVID-19 variants.
New York expands vaccine eligibility to residents 60+, many others
New York is making a large expansion of the pool of people eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
New York is making a large expansion of the pool of people eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Connecticut to get $10 billion in federal pandemic aid
While much of the detailed language outlining the $1.9 trillion package still needs to be finalized, the federal lawmakers said Connecticut is set to receive funds for a variety of COVID-related needs.
While much of the detailed language outlining the $1.9 trillion package still needs to be finalized, the federal lawmakers said Connecticut is set to receive funds for a variety of COVID-related needs.
Here's when the next round of COVID money could hit your bank account
The American Rescue Plan will now head to the House for final approval, which is expected on Wednesday.
The American Rescue Plan will now head to the House for final approval, which is expected on Wednesday.
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.