China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19

Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.

2 dead after taking ivermectin in New Mexico

Two people have died in New Mexico after taking a deworming drug to treat COVID-19, officials said.

Vaccinated couple dies 1 minute apart while holding hands

A vaccinated Michigan couple died of COVID-19 less than one minute apart and while holding hands, according to their daughter.

Alabama trying to use coronavirus relief funds for new prisons

Facing a Justice Department lawsuit over Alabama's notoriously violent prisons, state lawmakers on Monday began a special session on a $1.3 billion construction plan that would use federal pandemic relief funds to pay part of the cost of building massive new lockups.

Pfizer studying oral drug to prevent COVID-19 in those exposed

Pfizer has begun mid-to-late stage trials of an oral COVID-19 drug designed to prevent infection in those who have been exposed to the virus.

NY preps for staff shortage with health care vaccine mandate

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she is prepared to call in medically trained National Guard members and retirees to address potential staffing shortages caused by an approaching vaccine mandate for health care workers.

African leaders call out UN member states over inequities of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution

The inequity of COVID-19 vaccine distribution came into sharp focus Thursday as many of the African countries whose populations have little to no access to the life-saving shots stepped to the podium to speak at the U.N.’s annual meeting of world leaders.

Many families face food challenges amid COVID-19 pandemic, poll shows

Many Americans struggling to feed their families over the past pandemic year say they have had difficulty figuring out how to get help and had trouble finding healthy foods they can afford.

Where can I get the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot?

The CDC on Thursday endorsed Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Who is eligible for 3rd Pfizer shot?

Millions of Americans are now eligible to receive a Pfizer booster shot to help increase their protection against the worst effects of the coronavirus.

Who is eligible for a COVID booster shot now?

The CDC and the FDA have approved the administration of a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for millions of Americans. However, you should be aware of some caveats before you sign up for your shot because the guidance doesn't cover everyone.

Daily pill to treat COVID could arrive by late fall: Scientists

Work is underway on on creating a short-term regiment of daily pills, taken orally, that can help fight the virus soon after diagnosis and could possibly prevent symptoms from becoming worse after being exposed.

Nearly all NYC teachers say schools do not have proper safety plan: Poll

According to a new survey, almost all of the members of New York City's largest teacher's union are saying the city's COVID-19 protocols in schools are insufficient.

iPhone users will soon be able to add COVID-19 vaccination card to Apple Wallet

An upcoming iPhone update will soon allow users to add a digital copy of their COVID-19 vaccines to their Apple Wallets, an Apple spokesperson confirmed.