COVID-19 delta variant as contagious as chickenpox, CDC internal docs warn
Internal CDC documents state that the delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox and may be more dangerous than other versions.
Internal CDC documents state that the delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox and may be more dangerous than other versions.
Over 25% of new COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County are fully vaccinated people
In June fully vaccinated people accounted for 20% of all the new cases diagnosed in LA County, while unvaccinated and partially vaccinated people accounted for 80% of the cases.
In June fully vaccinated people accounted for 20% of all the new cases diagnosed in LA County, while unvaccinated and partially vaccinated people accounted for 80% of the cases.
Walmart mandates masks for all workers in areas with high infection rates
Walmart is reversing its mask policy and will require all its workers -- including those who are vaccinated -- to wear masks if they are in areas with high infection rates.
Walmart is reversing its mask policy and will require all its workers -- including those who are vaccinated -- to wear masks if they are in areas with high infection rates.
Mask mandate concerns as Atlanta Public Schools resumes in-person learning
The countdown is on for Atlanta parents whose children are in the school system.
The countdown is on for Atlanta parents whose children are in the school system.
Kemp takes jab at Atlanta mayor's mask mandate
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is openly criticizing Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' decision to issue an executive order mandating masks be worn in indoor public places.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is openly criticizing Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' decision to issue an executive order mandating masks be worn in indoor public places.
Parents raise concerns over Forsyth County Schools District's back to school plan
Some Forsyth County school parents are worried about their safety over back to school policies laid out by the district.
Some Forsyth County school parents are worried about their safety over back to school policies laid out by the district.
Cobb County officials working closely with health department during latest COVID-19 surge
With the latest surge in COVID cases, Cobb County officials are following CDC guidelines and working closely with the department of health.
With the latest surge in COVID cases, Cobb County officials are following CDC guidelines and working closely with the department of health.
Minnesota will offer $100 for new COVID-19 vaccinations
Minnesota will offer $100 per new COVID-19 vaccination as part of a new effort to increase vaccinations numbers by President Biden.
Minnesota will offer $100 per new COVID-19 vaccination as part of a new effort to increase vaccinations numbers by President Biden.
FDA approves swap for cheaper insulin over pricier brand-name
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.
Biden sets COVID-19 vaccine requirements for federal workers, directs DOD to do same
President Joe Biden announced Thursday that federal workers must show proof of receiving a COVID vaccine or submit to regular testing.
President Joe Biden announced Thursday that federal workers must show proof of receiving a COVID vaccine or submit to regular testing.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser restores mask mandates indoors – regardless of vaccination status
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Thursday that mask mandates are once again in effect indoors in the nation’s capital for everyone over the age of 2 – regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Thursday that mask mandates are once again in effect indoors in the nation’s capital for everyone over the age of 2 – regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.
COVID-19 vaccine incentive: Biden calls for $100 payout to newly vaccinated
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases among mostly unvaccinated Americans due to the fast-spreading delta variant, President Joe Biden called on local governments to offer $100 to newly vaccinated people as an incentive.
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases among mostly unvaccinated Americans due to the fast-spreading delta variant, President Joe Biden called on local governments to offer $100 to newly vaccinated people as an incentive.
California updates mask mandates for public transit, classrooms, hospitals, shelters
California released an update on the state's masking guidance.
California released an update on the state's masking guidance.
Attorneys to sue after Alpharetta police used K-9 on handcuffed man
Attorneys said the man was in the middle of a mental health crisis and a neighbor called 911 to ask for an ambulance to pick him up. Instead, it was police officers who responded.
Attorneys said the man was in the middle of a mental health crisis and a neighbor called 911 to ask for an ambulance to pick him up. Instead, it was police officers who responded.
Georgia firefighter says delaying vaccination nearly cost her her life
As a first-responder, Cydney Tate of Fayetteville, Georgia, could have been among the first Georgians vaccinated. But, she says, she put it off for months. Then, she says, she ran out of time.
As a first-responder, Cydney Tate of Fayetteville, Georgia, could have been among the first Georgians vaccinated. But, she says, she put it off for months. Then, she says, she ran out of time.
COVID-19 and Alzheimer's: Researchers find worrisome links
Researchers are trying to unravel why some COVID-19 survivors suffer "brain fog" and other problems that can last for months, and new findings suggest some worrisome overlaps with Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers are trying to unravel why some COVID-19 survivors suffer "brain fog" and other problems that can last for months, and new findings suggest some worrisome overlaps with Alzheimer’s disease.
How federal rules make it impossible for people with disabilities to save for future
Roughly 10 million Americans, including many in the Bay Area, can’t keep more than $2,000 in their bank account without losing both their income and their healthcare. How are they supposed to plan for a rainy day?
Roughly 10 million Americans, including many in the Bay Area, can’t keep more than $2,000 in their bank account without losing both their income and their healthcare. How are they supposed to plan for a rainy day?
Restaurant, hospitality workers quit at record rates amid COVID-19 pandemic
According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.
According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.
COVID-19 booster: Israel to offer 3rd shot to older citizens
Israel’s prime minister has announced that the country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60 who have already been vaccinated.
Israel’s prime minister has announced that the country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60 who have already been vaccinated.
FDA allows troubled Baltimore COVID-19 vaccine factory to resume operations
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing the problem-plagued factory of contract manufacturer Emergent BioSolutions to resume production of COVID-19 vaccine.