Amid delta variant rise, Biden outlines latest plan to increase COVID-19 vaccinations

President Joe Biden said his administration will increase efforts to deliver vaccines into communities as the COVID-19 delta variant cases continue to rise in several states.

Duchess of Cambridge self-isolating after COVID-19 contact

The Duchess of Cambridge is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Fauci: 99.2% of US COVID-19 deaths involved unvaccinated people

Dr. Anthony Fauci continued his push for Americans to get the COVID-19 vaccine as many deaths are attributed to unvaccinated people.

America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day

The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.

Atlanta police extend non-emergency help line for mental health crises, extreme poverty

The Atlanta Police Department said it is expanding its Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative to increase support of residents experiencing extreme poverty, problematic substance use or mental health concerns.

More fatty fish and fewer vegetable oils can reduce migraines, study finds

A study from the National Institutes of Health found diets that are high in fatty fish and low in vegetable oils can reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines.

Does new Alzheimer's drug work? It may take 9 years to find out

When a controversial Alzheimer’s drug won U.S. approval, surprise over the decision quickly turned to shock at how long it might take to find out if it really works — nine years.

WHO warns of ‘very dangerous period’ fueled by delta variant

The World Health Organization is warning of new wave of coronavirus cases sweeping across the globe, driven by the highly infectious delta variant.

CDC warns parents to keep sick kids from contaminating pools

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning parents to not let their sick kids swim this summer to avoid spreading diseases such as crypto or norovirus.

Nearly 2K infected with COVID-19 joined crowds watching soccer, Scotland says

A recent report by Scottish health officials found that nearly 2,000 Scots who attended the ongoing Euro 2020 soccer tournament in stadiums across the U.K. were infectious with COVID-19.

VIDEO: Oakland Zoo vaccinates lions, tigers, bears, chimps and pigs against COVID

The Oakland Zoo vaccinated tigers, Black bears, Grizzly bears, mountain lions and ferrets against COVID-19 this week and is poised to innoculate chimpanzees, fruit bats and pigs.

June jobs report: US adds 850,000 jobs as economy extends its gains

U.S. employers added 850,000 jobs in June 2021, well above the average of the previous three months, the Labor Department said.

Pet groups sound alarm on CDC ban on importing dogs

Pet groups say the upcoming CDC ban of dogs from certain countries could lead to thousands of dogs dying.

Delta variant: J&J vaccine provides ‘strong’ protection, preliminary study says

Johnson & Johnson announced its one-shot COVID-19 vaccine provides “strong” protection against the delta variant and that their shot’s immune response lasts at least eight months.

Delta variant: ‘Surge response’ teams to deploy to US hot spots, White House says

The White House announced on Thursday “surge response” teams are ready to deploy more vaccinations, therapeutics and further assistance to delta variant hot spots in the U.S.