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Cruise Ship COVID-19 Outbreak: CDC Investigates 68 Ships For Coronavirus Cases
Ships belonging to the cruise lines Royal Caribbean, Disney, Carnival, Norwegian and MSC Cruises were included in the investigation.
Top 3 COVID-19 Omicron Symptoms Revealed After Study Of Christmas Party Outbreak
The new study surveyed 111 fully vaccinated guests at a Christmas party in Norway where an outbreak of Omicron cases occurred.
Flight Attendant Union Lashes Out At Delta Airlines For Requesting Shorter COVID Quarantine
The head of the largest union representing flight attendants in the United States slammed Delta Air Lines for seeking a reduced quarantine period for new COVID cases, an emerging debate as Omicron fears spread.
Why The CDC's Vaccination Numbers May Be Wrong And Why It Matters
The CDC)may be sharing inaccurate data on the number of seniors who are vaccinated against COVID-19. Their numbers are not always reflected in state and outside data, raising concerns about its accuracy.
Omicron In US: These 17 States Have Confirmed Cases Of New COVID-19 Variant
The first Omicron case was reported Wednesday in California, while Georgia detected one case Sunday in a resident who recently traveled from South Africa.
How High Vaccine Demand And Labor Shortages Are Affecting Pharmacies
As Omicron infections continue to spread around the globe and nation, vaccine demand is soaring throughout the country.
Why Covid Vaccinations Are Soaring Nationwide
As various states across the country continue to confirm cases of the concerning Omicron variant, Covid-19 vaccinations are soaring.
Dr. Fauci Recommends These Steps To Stay Protected From The Omicron Variant
Dr. Fauci lists steps of how to stay protected from the Omicron variant, amid the first case arriving in the U.S.
CDC Reports Record Number Of Drug Overdose Deaths: How This Brings Attention To Social Media
According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States has reached 100,000 drug overdose fatalities.
'Racism Is A Public Health Threat' Says Biden Administration In New AIDS Strategy
The Biden administration has labeled racism a “public health threat” in its national HIV/AIDS strategy. It will focus on addressing inequities in the healthcare outcomes in marginalized communities.
What’s Causing New COVID Variants? Experts Speak On Omicron
New variants such as Omicron have prompted more calls from health officials to get people vaccinated.
New Covid Variant Detected In European Countries
Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy have all discovered cases of the new Omicron variant of Covid-19 on Saturday.
Has The Omicron Variant Been Detected In The US? What CDC Says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a statement Friday that no cases of the new omicron Covid variant "have been identified in the U.S. to date.”
CDC Recommends These Tips For Staying Healthy, Safe During Holidays
Here is a list of tips to help remind you and your family how to stay focused on health and safety during the holiday.
Dr. Fauci Says Being Considered 'Fully Vaccinated' Could Mean Needing A Booster Shot
A booster shot could eventually be the new way to be considered fully vaccinated.
Onion Recall: FDA, CDC Launch Investigation Into Salmonella Outbreak Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday
Almost 900 cases of salmonella infections have been reported across the country.
How Labor Shortages Are Affecting Airlines Ahead Of Thanksgiving Travel
In what could be the busiest day for airlines since prior to the pandemic, the Transportation Security Administration anticipates checking around 20 million passengers in as Thanksgiving approaches.
Moderna, Pfizer Booster Shots Clear FDA Hurdle As CDC Considers Final Approval
The FDA has approved booster vaccines for Moderna and Pfizer as new data shows getting the third jab is effective.
How Effective Is The AstraZeneca Antibody Drug? Recent Clinical Trials Show Results
Recent clinical trial results show that AstraZeneca’s antibody-drug is quite effective in preventing COVID-19
Monkeypox: Virus Detected In Maryland Resident Who Returned From Nigeria
The patient is recovering in isolation.
COVID News: WHO Says More Than 60% Of Cases Came From Europe
Coronavirus deaths in Europe rose 5% in the last week, making it the only region in the world where COVID-19 deaths increased.
Unapproved Smallpox Vials Found At Merck Pennsylvania Lab
An alert was sent to the Department of Homeland Security leadership Tuesday night that 5 vials labeled "smallpox" were found at a Merck lab outside Philadelphia.
Flu Outbreak: CDC Investigating Surge In Influenza Cases At University Of Michigan Campus
There were over more than cases diagnosed in the week of Nov. 8.
Nigeria To Launch COVID Vaccine Campaign Aiming To Inoculate Over 100 Million People By January
Nigeria, Africa's most-populous country, is aiming to increase the current vaccination rate of 2.7%.
Singapore Says Citizens 'Unvaccinated By Choice' Must Pay For COVID Treatment
Unvaccinated people in Singapore make up the majority of those who require intensive inpatient care and now they will no longer have those COVID treatments covered.
Study Shows That Benefits Of In-Person Schooling Overshadow COVID-19 Risks
As vaccines have now been approved for children as young as 5, and further evidence has been presented that spread can be contained, researchers are looking for ways to keep students in classrooms.
WHO Predicts A Half-Million More COVID Deaths In Europe This Winter
The World Health Organization said if “we stay on this trajectory,” 43 of 53 European countries could also see high or extreme stress on hospital beds.
1,359 Cruise Ship COVID-19 Cases Have Been Recorded In 4 Months: CDC
The figures represent a tiny fraction of all passengers who set sail on ships from U.S. ports.
Melioidosis Outbreak: CDC Confirms Bacteria Strain In Aromatherapy Spray And Patients Match
Matching the "DNA Fingerprint" of the bacteria in the spray and patients confirms the outbreak source: CDC.
FDA Advisers Recommend Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids Under 12
The Biden administration is preparing to vaccinate 28 million children below 12 once the Pfizer-BioNTech shots receive emergency use authorization from the FDA and CDC.