Atlanta hospital copes with record surge in COVID-19 patients, staffing shortage
Grady Health System in Atlanta is experiencing its biggest surge in COVID-19 patients so far in the pandemic. At one point, earlier this month, they had 285 patients with the virus. The system's top doctor says they are also struggling with serious staffing shortages.
Grady Health System in Atlanta is experiencing its biggest surge in COVID-19 patients so far in the pandemic. At one point, earlier this month, they had 285 patients with the virus. The system's top doctor says they are also struggling with serious staffing shortages.
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.
Biden administration officially withdraws COVID-19 vaccine rule
The Biden administration has officially withdrawn a rule that would have required workers at big companies to get vaccinated or face regular COVID testing requirements.
The Biden administration has officially withdrawn a rule that would have required workers at big companies to get vaccinated or face regular COVID testing requirements.
Elton John tests positive for COVID-19, postpones Dallas shows
Music legend Elton John was forced to cancel his two Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour shows in Dallas this week after testing positive for COVID-19.
Music legend Elton John was forced to cancel his two Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour shows in Dallas this week after testing positive for COVID-19.
Neil Young threatens to pull songs off Spotify over Joe Rogan: report
Neil Young, the legendary rocker, reportedly posted a letter to his management team that he wanted his music pulled from Spotify because it is providing a platform for popular podcast host Joe Rogan to spread COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.
Neil Young, the legendary rocker, reportedly posted a letter to his management team that he wanted his music pulled from Spotify because it is providing a platform for popular podcast host Joe Rogan to spread COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.
Pfizer omicron vaccine: Company begins studying updated shot to match variant
Pfizer has begun a study comparing its original COVID-19 vaccine with doses specially tweaked to match the omicron variant.
Pfizer has begun a study comparing its original COVID-19 vaccine with doses specially tweaked to match the omicron variant.
Fayette County makes masks optional at public schools
Starting Tuesday, masks will be optional at all Fayette County public schools, though officials still highly recommend students and staff members wear a face covering.
Starting Tuesday, masks will be optional at all Fayette County public schools, though officials still highly recommend students and staff members wear a face covering.
Omicron sub-variant BA.2 ‘under investigation,’ detected in US
The UK Health Security Agency said early analysis suggests BA.2 is more infectious than the first omicron strain but scientists haven't spotted any meaningful differences between the strains.
The UK Health Security Agency said early analysis suggests BA.2 is more infectious than the first omicron strain but scientists haven't spotted any meaningful differences between the strains.
Novak Djokovic could play in France under latest COVID-19 vaccine rules
Top-ranked player Novak Djokovic could be allowed to defend his French Open title under the latest COVID-19 rules adopted Monday by the French government, even if he is still not vaccinated when the clay-court Grand Slam starts in May.
Top-ranked player Novak Djokovic could be allowed to defend his French Open title under the latest COVID-19 rules adopted Monday by the French government, even if he is still not vaccinated when the clay-court Grand Slam starts in May.
US COVID-19 cases dropping despite spikes in some regions, CDC data shows
CDC data shows overall COVID-19 cases are dropping in the U.S., but some cases are still rising in some states.
CDC data shows overall COVID-19 cases are dropping in the U.S., but some cases are still rising in some states.
Masks optional at Fulton County schools
Fulton County School System says masks are optional and contact tracing will only be conducted for positive cases.
Fulton County School System says masks are optional and contact tracing will only be conducted for positive cases.
Young Americans dying sooner from violence, poverty, racial injustices, researchers say
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
Researchers said the probability of Americans dying under the age of 25 is much higher compared to other modern countries.
FDA acts to expand use of treatment for COVID-19 patients with mild-to-moderate disease
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
Previously, the use of Veklury, a Gilead Sciences Inc. drug, was limited to those requiring hospitalization.
Virginia parent arrested after threatening school board with armed response over mask mandate
The Luray Police Department has charged Amelia Ruffner King with a violation of the Code of Virginia: Oral Threat While on School Property.
The Luray Police Department has charged Amelia Ruffner King with a violation of the Code of Virginia: Oral Threat While on School Property.
COVID-19 cases, protocols lead to staffing shortages at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is experiencing a shortage of security screeners who are available to work on a daily basis.
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is experiencing a shortage of security screeners who are available to work on a daily basis.
Teacher gives COVID vaccine to teen, Long Island prosecutors say
A Long Island teacher was arraigned on a felony charge after she was accused of illegally giving a coronavirus vaccine to a teenager.
A Long Island teacher was arraigned on a felony charge after she was accused of illegally giving a coronavirus vaccine to a teenager.
CDC Director urges Americans to make sure they're up-to-date on COVID-19 shots
White House COVID-19 officials say the omicron surge appears to have peaked in several states hit early by the variant.
White House COVID-19 officials say the omicron surge appears to have peaked in several states hit early by the variant.
CDC: Vaccine, previous infection offered added protection against delta
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
A recent CDC report found that those who were vaccinated and survived a COVID-19 infection were more protected from delta than those who were vaccinated but did not previously contract the virus
N95 masks: Where to find them for free
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
What exactly are N95 masks, where can you buy them, and when can you find them for free? We explain.
Canadian restaurant accepted dog photos, I.D. over proof of negative test, COVID-19 vaccine
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.
The restaurant was forced to temporarily shut down indoor dining operations until it fulfilled its orders from Alberta Health Services.