Debate begins for who's first in line for COVID-19 vaccine
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
Traditionally, first in line for a scarce vaccine are health workers and the people most vulnerable to the targeted infection. But one doctor tossed new ideas into the mix: Consider geography and give priority to people where an outbreak is hitting hardest.
As Trump insists schools reopen, son's school remains closed
President Donald Trump insists that schools reopen so students can go back to their classrooms, but the Maryland private school where his son Barron is enrolled is among those under county orders to stay closed.
President Donald Trump insists that schools reopen so students can go back to their classrooms, but the Maryland private school where his son Barron is enrolled is among those under county orders to stay closed.
Coronavirus outbreaks among minks in Europe studied
Coronavirus outbreaks at mink farms in Spain and the Netherlands have scientists digging into how the animals got infected and if they can spread it to people.
Coronavirus outbreaks at mink farms in Spain and the Netherlands have scientists digging into how the animals got infected and if they can spread it to people.
Defiant NJ gym again opens despite closure order amid virus
The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reopened the facility less than a week after their arrests on contempt charges.
The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reopened the facility less than a week after their arrests on contempt charges.
South Africa hits 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, still not at peak
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
South Africa on Saturday surpassed 500,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases, representing more than 50% of all reported coronavirus infections in Africa’s 54 countries.
Airbnb summer rental safety amid COVID-19 pandemic: What to know before you check in
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
With summer travel underway during the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have advice on how to stay safe when renting a summer home on travel websites like Airbnb.
New York marks 5 months since first COVID-19 case
Saturday marks five months since the first COVID-19 case in New York, according to Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Saturday marks five months since the first COVID-19 case in New York, according to Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Health officials link US salmonella outbreak to red onions
The supplier told the FDA that it will be recalling all varieties of onions that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated red onions because of the risk of cross-contamination.
The supplier told the FDA that it will be recalling all varieties of onions that could have come in contact with potentially contaminated red onions because of the risk of cross-contamination.
Gov. Murphy: Rise in NJ COVID-19 cases ‘setting off alarms’
The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey are continuing to climb and are “setting off alarms,” according to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.
The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey are continuing to climb and are “setting off alarms,” according to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.
Alarm over spike in COVID-19 cases in NJ
Officials say they are raising the alarm over a recent spike in coronavirus cases in New Jersey.
Officials say they are raising the alarm over a recent spike in coronavirus cases in New Jersey.
Calculating mortality rate mid-pandemic is difficult, but US doesn’t have lowest, experts say
Experts say determining the mortality rate of COVID-19 is complicated and doesn’t paint the whole picture.
Experts say determining the mortality rate of COVID-19 is complicated and doesn’t paint the whole picture.
NY eyes pain for wealthy, working class to help right budget
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he opposes raising taxes on the wealthy to help the state weather the coronavirus economic crisis, though its clear federal aid alone won’t solve the state’s fiscal woes.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he opposes raising taxes on the wealthy to help the state weather the coronavirus economic crisis, though its clear federal aid alone won’t solve the state’s fiscal woes.
Man loses nearly 200 pounds in less than a year to ride new roller coaster
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
Jared Ream attributes his successful weight loss to focusing on a tangible goal.
Murphy threatens second lockdown if COVID-19 cases in NJ continue to rise
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is pointing the finger primarily at young people for a recent rise in COVID-19 cases in the state.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is pointing the finger primarily at young people for a recent rise in COVID-19 cases in the state.
Georgia camp with COVID-19 outbreak didn’t require masks
A Georgia overnight camp hit by a coronavirus outbreak took many precautions, but didn’t make campers wear masks or have proper ventilation in buildings, according to a government report released Friday.
A Georgia overnight camp hit by a coronavirus outbreak took many precautions, but didn’t make campers wear masks or have proper ventilation in buildings, according to a government report released Friday.
Study: Many Americans could face poverty if stimulus benefits expire
A new study has revealed that millions of Americans are just months away from falling into poverty.
A new study has revealed that millions of Americans are just months away from falling into poverty.
European Union extends ban on American travelers as coronavirus surges in US
On July 16, the European Union updated its list of countries for which Member States should start lifting travel restrictions, but the United States was not included — extending an ongoing ban for Americans amid a surge in cases of the novel coronavirus in the U.S.
On July 16, the European Union updated its list of countries for which Member States should start lifting travel restrictions, but the United States was not included — extending an ongoing ban for Americans amid a surge in cases of the novel coronavirus in the U.S.
Focus turns to Long Island day camps after positive COVID-19 tests
After coronavirus outbreaks at two day camps on Long Island, the focus is once again on how to safely gather children in a group setting
After coronavirus outbreaks at two day camps on Long Island, the focus is once again on how to safely gather children in a group setting
‘This just makes me really sad’: Colorado teacher shares doubts on returning to school amid pandemic
A Colorado elementary school teacher gave a tour of her classroom while expressing her doubts over schools reopening amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
A Colorado elementary school teacher gave a tour of her classroom while expressing her doubts over schools reopening amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus concerns at summer camp
After coronavirus outbreaks at two day camps on Long Island, the focus is once again on how to safely gather children in a group setting.
After coronavirus outbreaks at two day camps on Long Island, the focus is once again on how to safely gather children in a group setting.