New COVID-19 test shows results like a pregnancy test
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
What will be the fate of NYC’s free Grab & Go meals?
With school set to begin next month, the fate of free grab-and-go meal programs outside public schools remains uncertain, even though thousands of seniors rely on the service.
With school set to begin next month, the fate of free grab-and-go meal programs outside public schools remains uncertain, even though thousands of seniors rely on the service.
What will be the fate of NYC's senior food programs
With school set to begin next month, the fate of free grab-and-go meal programs outside public schools remains uncertain, even though thousands of seniors rely on the service. FOX 5 NY?s Jessica Formoso takes a look at how city officials are working with school districts to safely operate the program, even while kids are in class.
With school set to begin next month, the fate of free grab-and-go meal programs outside public schools remains uncertain, even though thousands of seniors rely on the service. FOX 5 NY?s Jessica Formoso takes a look at how city officials are working with school districts to safely operate the program, even while kids are in class.
Nassau County postpones high school sports until 2021
All fall sports have been canceled in Nassau County this year, as officials are adjusting the spring sports season to give athletes a chance to compete.
All fall sports have been canceled in Nassau County this year, as officials are adjusting the spring sports season to give athletes a chance to compete.
Mass transit could suffer 'horrendous' cuts without federal bailout, MTA says
New York's bus and subway service could be cut by 40% if Congress doesn't step in to approve a federal bailout.
New York's bus and subway service could be cut by 40% if Congress doesn't step in to approve a federal bailout.
De Blasio tours Bronx school ahead of reopening
Parents and educators still have a long list of concerns as the beginning of school in New York City looms, but Mayor Bill de Blasio attempted to reassure them again on Wednesday. FOX 5 NY?s Briella Tomassetti reports.
Parents and educators still have a long list of concerns as the beginning of school in New York City looms, but Mayor Bill de Blasio attempted to reassure them again on Wednesday. FOX 5 NY?s Briella Tomassetti reports.
Coronavirus hits older men harder than women, study finds
Older men infected with the novel coronavirus are up to twice as likely to become severely sick and die as women of the same age, according to a study published Wednesday.
Older men infected with the novel coronavirus are up to twice as likely to become severely sick and die as women of the same age, according to a study published Wednesday.
CDC changes testing guidance to exclude asymptomatic people exposed to COVID-19, bewildering experts
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.
The CDC previously had advised local health departments to test people who have been within 6 feet of an infected person for more than 15 minutes.
Unemployed NJ residents could get $300 extra per week, Murphy says
New Jersey will apply for FEMA's Lost Wages Supplemental Payment Assistance program.
New Jersey will apply for FEMA's Lost Wages Supplemental Payment Assistance program.
Report highlights COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on sleep and mental health around the world
Researchers said the findings suggest people all over the world are consuming too much technology and news, which is generally making them feel more anxious.
Researchers said the findings suggest people all over the world are consuming too much technology and news, which is generally making them feel more anxious.
California COVID-19 case numbers are improving but don't expect rush to reopen
"We've been watching for two to three weeks, steady declines in our hospital numbers as well as our ICU numbers," said Dr. Mark Ghaly, noting a 19% decline in hospitalizations, and an 18% drop in ICU COVID-19 patients compared to two weeks ago.
"We've been watching for two to three weeks, steady declines in our hospital numbers as well as our ICU numbers," said Dr. Mark Ghaly, noting a 19% decline in hospitalizations, and an 18% drop in ICU COVID-19 patients compared to two weeks ago.
NJ gyms allowed to reopen at limited capacity starting Sept. 1
Gyms, health fitness centers, and indoor amusements across New Jersey will be allowed to reopen at 25 percent capacity starting Sept. 1 and must follow other safety guidelines, announced Gov. Phil Murphy Wednesday.
Gyms, health fitness centers, and indoor amusements across New Jersey will be allowed to reopen at 25 percent capacity starting Sept. 1 and must follow other safety guidelines, announced Gov. Phil Murphy Wednesday.
Cunard Cruise Line cancels every sailing through March, other trips through 2021
Another cruise line is delaying its return to the water amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Another cruise line is delaying its return to the water amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Heal the country? Disease specialists running for Congress amid coronavirus pandemic
“If we had more people in Congress with a science background, we might have made better decisions.”
“If we had more people in Congress with a science background, we might have made better decisions.”
'She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon': Mother of 6 dies from COVID-19
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
" She's a beautiful soul who left way too soon."
Costa Rica will begin allowing American tourists from 6 states to visit
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
North Korean leader calls for readiness against virus, typhoon
In a rare display of urgency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held his third high-level political conference in as many weeks, where he raised alarm about the nation’s coronavirus response and a typhoon forecast to hit the country early Thursday.
In a rare display of urgency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held his third high-level political conference in as many weeks, where he raised alarm about the nation’s coronavirus response and a typhoon forecast to hit the country early Thursday.
Transit workers demand protections as New York City re-opens
Unions representing New York transit workers are demanding swift access to protective gear, better enforcement of mask-wearing and increased service as more businesses and schools re-open their doors.
Unions representing New York transit workers are demanding swift access to protective gear, better enforcement of mask-wearing and increased service as more businesses and schools re-open their doors.
FDA chief apologizes for overstating convalescent plasma benefits to treat COVID-19
Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn is apologizing for overstating the life-saving benefits of using convalescent plasma to treat COVID-19 patients.
Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn is apologizing for overstating the life-saving benefits of using convalescent plasma to treat COVID-19 patients.