White House announces steps to curb Black maternal mortality rate
President Joe Biden announced steps Tuesday to address the high mortality rate of Black mothers in the United States through equal access to health care and combating systemic racism.
President Joe Biden announced steps Tuesday to address the high mortality rate of Black mothers in the United States through equal access to health care and combating systemic racism.
Westchester County pharmacy out of vaccines
For weeks, Stratton Pharmacy in Scarsdale has given out hundreds of doses of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Now they are on a pause.
For weeks, Stratton Pharmacy in Scarsdale has given out hundreds of doses of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Now they are on a pause.
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine greater than 90% effective against virus 6 months after second shot
Moderna said its latest Phase 3 clinical trial found that its vaccine remains greater than 90% effective against COVID-19, and greater than 95% effective against severe cases of COVID-19, six months after the second dose.
Moderna said its latest Phase 3 clinical trial found that its vaccine remains greater than 90% effective against COVID-19, and greater than 95% effective against severe cases of COVID-19, six months after the second dose.
Vaccines required to attend Buffalo Bills games, official announces
No one will be allowed to attend a Buffalo Bills game this fall unless they are vaccinated, the local government announced Tuesday.
No one will be allowed to attend a Buffalo Bills game this fall unless they are vaccinated, the local government announced Tuesday.
Georgia site stops Johnson & Johnson vaccinations after adverse reactions
A Georgia COVID-19 vaccination site is pausing using the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after multiple people experienced adverse reactions.
A Georgia COVID-19 vaccination site is pausing using the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after multiple people experienced adverse reactions.
Senators introduce bill to allow cruise ships to sail by July 4th
A trio of U.S. senators have introduced a bill that would allow the cruise industry to start sailing again by July 4th.
A trio of U.S. senators have introduced a bill that would allow the cruise industry to start sailing again by July 4th.
STDs reach all-time high for 6th consecutive year
Sexually transmitted diseases have reached an all-time high in the U.S. for the sixth consecutive year.
Sexually transmitted diseases have reached an all-time high in the U.S. for the sixth consecutive year.
NJ to pause vaccinations with Johnson & Johnson shot
New Jersey will follow federal guidance and put Johnson & Johnson vaccines on hold, the state's top health official said Tuesday.
New Jersey will follow federal guidance and put Johnson & Johnson vaccines on hold, the state's top health official said Tuesday.
NY to follow recommendation to pause use of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine
Officials from New York State and New York City said they would follow the recommendation to stop using the Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine.
Officials from New York State and New York City said they would follow the recommendation to stop using the Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine.
J&J COVID-19 vaccine pause: What to know if you received shot, have future appointment and more
What should you do if you got the J&J COVID-19 vaccine, or have an appointment to get one? Here’s what you need to know.
What should you do if you got the J&J COVID-19 vaccine, or have an appointment to get one? Here’s what you need to know.
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events. The postponed ceremonies and pent-up demand now mean more competition for booking services and venues.
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events. The postponed ceremonies and pent-up demand now mean more competition for booking services and venues.
India reels amid worsening COVID-19 surge, affecting world vaccine supply
The surge, which can be seen across India, is particularly alarming because the country is a major vaccine producer and a critical supplier to the U.N.-backed COVAX initiative.
The surge, which can be seen across India, is particularly alarming because the country is a major vaccine producer and a critical supplier to the U.N.-backed COVAX initiative.
Study: 1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors develop mental health problems within 6 months
A new study shows COVID-19 affects the mind and the brain in significant ways after researchers found a third of people who survive the virus develop mental health or brain disorders they never had before.
A new study shows COVID-19 affects the mind and the brain in significant ways after researchers found a third of people who survive the virus develop mental health or brain disorders they never had before.
NY seniors plan for graduations in 2021
Governor Cuomo has acknowledged the importance of graduation ceremonies after a stress-filled year.
Governor Cuomo has acknowledged the importance of graduation ceremonies after a stress-filled year.
Hawaii to allow nurses to perform abortions
Hawaii law previously said only physicians could perform early, in-clinic abortions. But because of a doctor shortage, several smaller islands lack abortion providers which forces residents of those islands to fly to Honolulu if they need the procedure.
Hawaii law previously said only physicians could perform early, in-clinic abortions. But because of a doctor shortage, several smaller islands lack abortion providers which forces residents of those islands to fly to Honolulu if they need the procedure.
Uber, Paypal, Walgreens launch $11M fund to get people to COVID-19 vaccination appointments
Uber, Paypal and Walgreens are teaming up to provide transportation for people to get their COVID-19 vaccinations with a new program.
Uber, Paypal and Walgreens are teaming up to provide transportation for people to get their COVID-19 vaccinations with a new program.
Monoclonal antibodies or 'Trump cocktail' helping treat COVID-19 patients
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Suraj Suggar says if used early on, the 'Trump cocktail' of antibodies, can save lives.
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Suraj Suggar says if used early on, the 'Trump cocktail' of antibodies, can save lives.
Vaccination hub for theater, film, TV, radio workers opens as NYC reaches milestone
More than five million COVID-19 vaccine shots have been administered as of Monday, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
More than five million COVID-19 vaccine shots have been administered as of Monday, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Colleges across nation divided over requiring COVID-19 vaccine
U.S. colleges hoping for a return to normalcy next fall are weighing how far they should go in urging students to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
U.S. colleges hoping for a return to normalcy next fall are weighing how far they should go in urging students to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
CDC head warns against surging COVID vaccines to Michigan, says shutdown needed
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is asking for more vaccines but the CDC director says that's a mistake and said shutdowns are necessary.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is asking for more vaccines but the CDC director says that's a mistake and said shutdowns are necessary.