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CDC Data Shows Vaccine Protection Against COVID Waned By The Time Omicron Arrived
New data from the CDC shows that the amount of protection provided against the Omicron variant of COVID-19 was cut in half by the time the Delta variant arrived.
Many Parts Of CDC's COVID Data Not Made Public: What To Know
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not made all its data on COVID-19 public due to fears of misinterpretation, the New York Times reports.
CDC Says Over 1 Million 'Excess Deaths' Were Counted During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released statistics on the number of excess deaths and found that over a million Americans perished in the last two years. This is over 100,000 more deaths than those who lost their lives to the virus itself.
Is The CDC Amending Its Mask Guidelines? What To Know
The health agency’s amendment to its mask recommendations could be disclosed as early as next week.
These Companies Have Lifted Mask Mandates For Vaccinated Workers After Omicron Surge
Many companies are lifting mask mandates for vaccinated workers, in line with states that are beginning to do the same.
How Covid Vaccination Can Affect A Newborn Child, According To CDC
Receiving the COVID-19 vaccine when pregnant can impact a newborn child, according to the CDC
These Countries Are Pushing For A Fourth Dose Of The Covid Vaccine
These countries have encouraged high-risk groups to receive a fourth dose of the vaccine.
CDC Reveals How Long Covid Booster Shot Maintains Efficacy
The CDC published a report Friday stating how long booster shots remain in effect.
Why The FDA Is Not Authorizing Pfizer's Under 5 Vaccine Just Yet
Food and Drug Administration said Friday that they will wait for data from Pfizer before authorization
CDC Has Yet To Authorize Covid Vaccine For Kids Under 5: What To Know
The CDC has yet to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 6 months
New York Drops Indoor Mask Mandate Amid Falling Omicron Cases
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that the state will let the indoor mask mandate expire, citing a decreasing number of cases after the Omicron surge.
What The CDC Is Saying About States Dismissing Mask Mandates
The dismissal of mask mandates in various states across the nation has the CDC concerned about the potential surge of cases.
Severe COVID-19 Patients More Likely To Have Diabetes, Heart Ailment Months After Diagnosis
The symptoms recorded in the study were absent 18 months to 7 days before the patient was tested for COVID-19.
Got Moderna's Covid Vaccine? CDC Says There's An Increased Risk For This Side Effect
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices met Friday to discuss potential implications of both Pfizer and Moderna’s shots.
'More Of A Logistical Nightmare Than A Threat': What This Harvard Professor Is Saying About Covid
Harvard Professor of Medicine Dr. Stefanos Kales has made some bold comments on the direction the handling of the pandemic should take.
Omicron Update: COVID Deaths Escalating Despite Decrease In Infections
Death tolls are still on the rise despite a decrease in overall cases.
CDC Predicts More Than 70,000 US COVID-19 Deaths By Feb. 26
The CDC predicted that the United States could reach a total of 933,000 to 965,000 COVID-19 deaths by Feb. 26.
Ex-FDA Chief Calls On CDC To Rethink School Mask Policies, End Mandates
Former FDA chief Scott Gottlieb has a suggestion for the CDC; bring an end to student mask mandates.
WHO Gives An Update On The Severity Of Omicron Subvariant
WHO's Covid technical lead gives an update on Omicron's descendant
Covid Vaccine For Kids Under 5: Everything To Know About Pfizer's FDA Plan
The Food and Drug Administration expects Pfizer to inquire about authorizing the COVID-19 vaccine to children under the age of five.
Sarah Palin Seen At Restaurant Soon After Testing Positive For Covid
A mere two days after testing positive for COVID-19, former Alaska governor Sarah Palin was seen dining outdoors at a New York City restaurant.
'Remain Vigilant': CDC Discusses 'Mild' Covid As Cases Peak
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky clarified that “milder does not mean mild"
J&J Predicts Its COVID Vaccine Will Bring In Billions This Year
Johnson & Johnson estimates that its one-dose COVID-19 vaccine will bring in up to $3.5 billion in sales this year.
Best Mask For COVID: Can You Reuse Your KN95, N95 Masks?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently issued a new masking guidance.
CDC Data Reveals States, Territories With Least Physical Activity
The agency's map of physical inactivity showed that some 25% of American adults aren't physically active enough to protect their health.
Vaccinated Americans With Prior COVID Infections Fared Best Against Delta Variant -CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new study that aimed to figure out who fared best against the Delta variant of COVID-19 and found it was Americans who were vaccinated but with prior infections.
Omicron Symptoms List: This Early Sign Likely Means You Have COVID-19
Sore throat continues to be a symptom reported, particularly in mild breakthrough infections, doctors said.
CDC Alters Mask Guidelines: What You Need To Know
On Friday, the agency made changes to mask guidelines.
Here's Why You Should 'Double Mask' For Best Omicron COVID-19 Protection
People are encouraged to wear a cloth mask over a medical procedure mask due to COVID-19's highly transmissible omicron variant.
Delta Reports 8,000 Infected Employees Amid Flight Cancellations, CEO Optimistic For Rebound
Delta Air Lines reported that it lost over $408 million in the last quarter of 2021 after 8,000 of employees were infected by COVID-19 last year, prompting flight cancellations that cut into end of year profits.