Survey: 69% of hiring managers want to see COVID-19 vaccination status on resumes

Among the hiring managers surveyed, about a third said they would automatically eliminate resumes that did not disclose the candidate’s vaccine status.

Anti-vaccine chiropractors are rising source of spreading COVID-19 misinformation

An investigation by The Associated Press has found that a vocal group of chiropractors has become an influential force in stirring up anti-vaccine misinformation during the pandemic.

Merck seeks FDA authorization of antiviral COVID-19 pill

Merck asked the FDA to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon against the pandemic.

Fauci OKs trick-or-treating this Halloween

Dr. Anthony Fauci said families can feel safe trick-or-treating outdoors this Halloween as America's COVID-19 cases decline, especially for those who are vaccinated.

Man sentenced in COVID-19 relief business loan fraud case

David Staveley, 54, of Andover, Massachusetts, and an accomplice were the first people in the country accused of fraudulently seeking Paycheck Protection Program loans when they were first charged in May 2020.

NIH: Moderna COVID-19 vaccine generates long-lasting immune memory cells

A recent report from the NIH found that the Moderna vaccine generates long-lasting memory cells that linger in the body to help fight unwanted illness.

Major marathons and other races are returning with COVID precautions

While registration for many major races continues to be impacted because of international travel restrictions due to COVID-19, there are many success stories about large and small races going off every week.

De Blasio considering vaccine mandate for NYPD

Mayor de Blasio says he is looking at "all options'' when it comes to a possible COVID-19 vaccine mandate for the NYPD. The police commissioner supports a mandate but the largest police union opposes one. The NYPD has about 34,500 uniformed personnel and about 17,700 people in civilian support positions.

Vaccine panel to meet on Pfizer COVID-19 shots for ages 5-11 in November

A panel of vaccine experts will meet in early November to consider whether to recommend the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children younger than 12.

September jobs report: US adds weak 194K jobs as delta maintains hold

U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy.

95% of Americans agree misinformation is a problem, poll shows

Almost all Americans surveyed agree that misinformation is a problem. But few are very concerned that they themselves might be responsible

Conn. state workers vaccine mandate deadline passes

Connecticut officials say 671 state employees or 2.2% of executive branch workers remain noncompliant with Gov. Ned Lamont's vaccination and testing mandate. Some of those workers could be placed on unpaid leave as soon as Friday.

U.S. health experts urge flu shots to avoid 'twindemic'

Health officials urged Americans to get vaccinated against both the flu and coronavirus in case of a bad flu season on top of the continuing COVID-19 crisis. The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccination for just about everyone starting with 6-month-old babies.

COVID testing in your home is getting simpler and faster

Northwell Health is rolling out a more efficient way for you to test yourself at home for COVID-19. Automation helps simplify the process. The FDA-approved test is covered by most insurance companies.

NYC prepares for approval of COVID vaccine for younger kids

Pfizer has formally asked the FDA to approve its COVID-19 vaccine for use in younger children — ages 5 to 11. That means New York City health officials and families are preparing for when and if the drugmaker gets the green light.

More than 120K US kids had primary caregivers die during pandemic

The number of U.S. children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic may be larger than previously estimated, a new study suggests.