St. Pete woman born with heart condition faces amputation after COVID-19 infection
Claire Bridges is 20, overall healthy, and vaccinated, but still got COVID-19. Although many recover, a congenital heart condition caused major complications and now, Claire may have to have both legs amputated.
Claire Bridges is 20, overall healthy, and vaccinated, but still got COVID-19. Although many recover, a congenital heart condition caused major complications and now, Claire may have to have both legs amputated.
NY mask mandate decision looms
An appeals court will decide Friday on whether Governor Kathy Hochul and the state Health Commissioner overstepped their authority when they imposed the mandate.
An appeals court will decide Friday on whether Governor Kathy Hochul and the state Health Commissioner overstepped their authority when they imposed the mandate.
New COVID variant BA.2: What's known about 'stealth' omicron?
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
The new coronavirus variant, which scientists call BA.2, is widely considered stealthier than the original version of omicron because particular genetic traits make it somewhat harder to detect.
NY mask mandate extended to Feb. 10
Governor Kathy Hochul has extended a mask mandate as a legal battle over the issue continues in state courts.
Governor Kathy Hochul has extended a mask mandate as a legal battle over the issue continues in state courts.
N95 masks: How often can they be reused?
How many times can I reuse my N95 mask? Here's what you need to know.
How many times can I reuse my N95 mask? Here's what you need to know.
NY confirms first 'stealth' omicron cases
There have been four cases of the so-called BA.2 variant, or “stealth omicron” that were detected between January 7 and 12.
There have been four cases of the so-called BA.2 variant, or “stealth omicron” that were detected between January 7 and 12.
iPhone Face ID with mask option now available for some with latest Apple update
The function identifies the top portion of a user’s face in order to unlock a device, making it potentially less secure which is why Apple is allowing consumers to opt-in or out to use it.
The function identifies the top portion of a user’s face in order to unlock a device, making it potentially less secure which is why Apple is allowing consumers to opt-in or out to use it.
CDC adds 15 more destinations to ‘high risk’ travel list
According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.
According to the CDC, 15 new destinations were cited Monday as a level four — meaning “very high risk” — for Americans.
US economy showed 5.7% growth last year, rebounding from 2020 recession
The American economy bounced back last year with resilience from 2020′s brief but devastating coronavirus recession.
The American economy bounced back last year with resilience from 2020′s brief but devastating coronavirus recession.
WHO staffers complaint, email alleges racism and abuse by top director in Asia
The top director of the World Health Organization in the Western Pacific is accused of racist, unethical and abusive behavior.
The top director of the World Health Organization in the Western Pacific is accused of racist, unethical and abusive behavior.
Fake vax cards at Bills game leads to couple's arrest
A New York couple have been charged with a felony for allegedly using falsified vaccination cards at the Buffalo Bills playoff game against the New England Patriots.
A New York couple have been charged with a felony for allegedly using falsified vaccination cards at the Buffalo Bills playoff game against the New England Patriots.
Denmark ends most virus restrictions, ready to 'welcome the life we knew before'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
Hospital patient who refused COVID-19 vaccine denied heart transplant
A Boston hospital is defending itself after a man’s family claimed he was denied a new heart for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
A Boston hospital is defending itself after a man’s family claimed he was denied a new heart for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Navy discharges 1st active-duty sailors for vaccine refusal
The Navy said Tuesday that it has discharged 23 active-duty sailors for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, marking the first time it has thrown currently serving sailors out of the military over the mandatory shots.
The Navy said Tuesday that it has discharged 23 active-duty sailors for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, marking the first time it has thrown currently serving sailors out of the military over the mandatory shots.
South Carolina bill would make it illegal to ask vaccine status
The potential penalty for asking someone about their COVID-19 vaccine status would carry a $14,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
The potential penalty for asking someone about their COVID-19 vaccine status would carry a $14,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
Health official won’t participate in Mardi Gras parade citing threats amid pandemic
Mardi Gras is taking place this year despite rising COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant.
Mardi Gras is taking place this year despite rising COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant.
NY indoor mask mandate stays in place after confusing day
An appeals judge in New York is leaving the state's indoor mask mandate in place while state officials appeal another court's ruling that the mandate is unconstitutional.
An appeals judge in New York is leaving the state's indoor mask mandate in place while state officials appeal another court's ruling that the mandate is unconstitutional.
11 cases of new omicron sub-variant BA.2 detected in California, at least 2 in Santa Clara Co.
The California Department of Public Health confirmed that there are 11 cases of the new omicron subvariant in the state.
The California Department of Public Health confirmed that there are 11 cases of the new omicron subvariant in the state.
COVID-19 vaccines could temporarily impact length of menstrual cycles, study says
The women who received a vaccine saw an increase in cycle length of nearly one day for each dose, according to the study.
The women who received a vaccine saw an increase in cycle length of nearly one day for each dose, according to the study.
Red wine could reduce chances of COVID-19 infection, U.K. study suggests
A recent study out of the U.K. suggested consuming up to two glasses of red wine a week could lower a person’s chance of getting infected with COVID-19.
A recent study out of the U.K. suggested consuming up to two glasses of red wine a week could lower a person’s chance of getting infected with COVID-19.