Food drive helps restock Long Island nonprofit devastated by fire
A summer fire where NOSH housed its inventory of thousands of pounds of food left volunteers scrambling to find ways to continue feeding families. A food drive showed how Long Islanders step up to help their neighbors.
A summer fire where NOSH housed its inventory of thousands of pounds of food left volunteers scrambling to find ways to continue feeding families. A food drive showed how Long Islanders step up to help their neighbors.
US mandates COVID-19 vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4, 2022
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
10 dietary tips to reduce heart disease and stroke risk, according to new research
The American Heart Association (AHA) has outlined 10 key features of a heart-healthy eating pattern.
The American Heart Association (AHA) has outlined 10 key features of a heart-healthy eating pattern.
US adults under 60 should get hepatitis B vaccine, federal advisory panel says
A federal advisory committee has recommended that all U.S. adults younger than 60 be vaccinated against hepatitis B.
A federal advisory committee has recommended that all U.S. adults younger than 60 be vaccinated against hepatitis B.
US unemployment claims drop to 269,000, another pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims fell to a fresh pandemic low last week to 269,000.
U.S. unemployment claims fell to a fresh pandemic low last week to 269,000.
Merck COVID-19 pill: UK authorizes antiviral in world's 1st approval of drug
The U.K. has granted conditional authorization to Merck's COVID-19 antiviral pill. It is the first country to OK the treatment.
The U.K. has granted conditional authorization to Merck's COVID-19 antiviral pill. It is the first country to OK the treatment.
Colorado: Some hospitals anticipate ICU bed shortage amid COVID-19 surge
According to Colorado’s COVID-19 data dashboard, 30% of hospitals are anticipating running out of ICU beds within the next week.
According to Colorado’s COVID-19 data dashboard, 30% of hospitals are anticipating running out of ICU beds within the next week.
NY begins COVID vaccine rollout for kids between 5 and 11
28 million children are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, and many pediatricians across our area are already giving out the shots.
28 million children are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, and many pediatricians across our area are already giving out the shots.
NIH launches ‘When to Test’ for COVID-19 calculator
The calculator uses a mathematical model to determine a person’s relative risk of having or getting COVID-19 and the risk of spreading the virus to other people — and whether they should get tested.
The calculator uses a mathematical model to determine a person’s relative risk of having or getting COVID-19 and the risk of spreading the virus to other people — and whether they should get tested.
Biden: US will have Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines ‘for every single child’ by next week
President Joe Biden pleaded with parents of young children to get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine after the CDC approved the shots for 5- to 11-year-olds.
President Joe Biden pleaded with parents of young children to get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine after the CDC approved the shots for 5- to 11-year-olds.
CDC asks travelers to avoid Russia, other countries due to high COVID-19 risk
New U.S. international travel restrictions take effect on Nov. 8
New U.S. international travel restrictions take effect on Nov. 8
Gas prices stable 'for the time being,' shouldn't move much higher, expert says
The national average for gas prices is sitting at about $3.39 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data.
The national average for gas prices is sitting at about $3.39 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data.
NYC to vaccinate young children in schools
New York City is going to open vaccination sites at all schools that serve students aged 5 through 11. There are 400,000 children in that age range in 1,070 public schools across the city.
New York City is going to open vaccination sites at all schools that serve students aged 5 through 11. There are 400,000 children in that age range in 1,070 public schools across the city.
Walmart holds 2-day supply chain hiring event as holiday season nears
Supply chain associates will earn an average of $20.37 per hour.
Supply chain associates will earn an average of $20.37 per hour.
What to know about Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5 to 11
Late Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave the final OK for youngsters age 5 to 11 to get kid-size doses of the vaccine made by Pfizer and its partner BioNTech.
Late Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave the final OK for youngsters age 5 to 11 to get kid-size doses of the vaccine made by Pfizer and its partner BioNTech.
US Air Force: 97% vaccinated, nearly 8,500 miss deadline
The Air Force said that of the 326,000 active duty members of the Air Force and Space Force, 95.9 percent are fully vaccinated and 96.9 percent have gotten at least one shot.
The Air Force said that of the 326,000 active duty members of the Air Force and Space Force, 95.9 percent are fully vaccinated and 96.9 percent have gotten at least one shot.
Europe is only world region where COVID-19 cases are still increasing, WHO says
The World Health Organization says the number of coronavirus cases has risen in Europe for the fifth consecutive week, making it the only world region where COVID-19 is still increasing.
The World Health Organization says the number of coronavirus cases has risen in Europe for the fifth consecutive week, making it the only world region where COVID-19 is still increasing.
Aaron Rodgers in COVID protocol, will not play against Chiefs
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has tested positive for COVID-19 and is out for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Head Coach Matt LaFleur confirmed on Wednesday, Nov. 3.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has tested positive for COVID-19 and is out for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Head Coach Matt LaFleur confirmed on Wednesday, Nov. 3.
Kids’ COVID-19 vaccine: Pharmacies now taking appointments for ages 5 to 11
After getting the green light from the CDC late Tuesday, Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is now available for kids 5 to 11 years old. Here’s where parents can start making appointments.
After getting the green light from the CDC late Tuesday, Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is now available for kids 5 to 11 years old. Here’s where parents can start making appointments.
CDC approves Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5 to 11
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky gave final approval Tuesday evening after an advisory panel just hours earlier unanimously recommended kids aged 5-11 should get the shot.
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky gave final approval Tuesday evening after an advisory panel just hours earlier unanimously recommended kids aged 5-11 should get the shot.