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COVID-19 Booster Shot: Who Is Eligible For A Third Vaccine Jab?
Immunocompromised patients would not be required to show prescriptions or a doctor's note to receive the third dose.
Supreme Court Partially Blocks New York’s Eviction Moratorium, Leaving Tenants At Risk
Tenants now have to prove economic hardship in court rather than filling a form to prevent eviction.
CDC Doubles Down On Urging Pregnant Women To Get COVID-19 Vaccine
The CDC is urging all pregnant women to get vaccinated along with breastfeeding women, women trying to get pregnant, and women who may get pregnant in the future.
What Is Melioidosis? Very Rare Illness Kills 2 In US
Four cases have been recorded in the U.S., all in different states.
BravoCon 2021 Officially Canceled ‘Out Of Caution’ Amid COVID-19 Spike
The organizers of BravoCon 2021 have ultimately decided to cancel the event as more cases of COVID-19 transmissions have been reported.
11 Million Americans Still Behind On Rent, People Of Color Suffering The Hardest
How much renters are affected by the rent moratorium varies widely across the nation.
United Airlines Explains Why It's Requiring Proof Of Vaccination From All Its Employees
United Airlines employees have until the fall to get vaccinated.
US Plans To Give Third Booster Shot To Immunocompromised Americans, Fauci Says
As the Delta variant continues to spread and cause more hospitalizations, U.S. officials work on getting a Covid-19 booster shot t0 Americans with compromised immune systems.
COVID-19 Hospitalizations And Deaths Increased 40%, Cases Hit 100,000 Daily Average
While Americans may want to enjoy their hot summer months, new statistics remind the unvaccinated of the imminent threat.
Eviction Moratorium Extension Until Oct. 3: Who Is Covered By The New Ban?
The new two-month ban will cover parts of the country that are experiencing a “substantial” or “high” spread of the novel coronavirus.
70% Of Americans Have Now Taken One Dose Of Vaccine, A Month Later Than Biden Goal
President Joe Biden reached his goal of getting 70% of eligible Americans partially vaccinated as the Delta variant remains a deadly threat.
Delta Variant 'Spreads Like Wildfire' As Cases Continue To Rise In US
The Delta variant is spreading "like wildfire" as new cases in the U.S. continue to rise. 99% of hospitalizations and deaths have been unvaccinated people.
Future COVID-19 Variant Will Lead To ‘Vaccine Failure,’ Scientists Warn
In a paper published by the UK Government’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies, British academics said they believe the eradication of COVID-19 is “unlikely.”
Dr. Fauci Blames Unvaccinated Americans For Spreading COVID-19 Amid Delta Variant Concerns
Dr. Anthony Fauci believes things will get worse amid the spread of the Delta variant.
CDC Says Delta Variant Is Equally Contagious As Chickenpox
The delta variant is equally contagious as chickenpox, according to a document released by the CDC.
Biden Calls On Congress To Extend Eviction Ban As July 31 Deadline Looms
President Biden urges Congress to extend eviction moratorium and cites Delta cases as an impending concern for tenants.
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Drops To 84% After 6 Months, Booster Effective For Delta
Pfizer's vaccine efficacy drops by 6% every two months, according to the study, which involved more than 44,000 people across the United States and other countries.
Apple Stores To Require Masks For Both Fully Vaccinated, Unvaccinated Customers
The move comes a few days after the company said it was pushing back its return-to-office plans.
CDC Mask Mandate: Which Masks To Use Against COVID-19 Delta Variant
Amid a surge in cases and growing concern over the Delta variant, experts now advise the public to resume wearing face masks indoors whether they are fully vaccinated or not.
CDC Announces New Mask Guidelines As Delta Variant Gains Steam
The CDC recommends people wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status in places with high Covid transmission rates.
Monkeypox Outbreak In US: CDC Tracks 200 Cases In 27 States
The CDC is closely monitoring about 200 cases of monkeypox across the U.S.
President Biden To Protect Those With Long-Term COVID-19 Under Disability Law
President Joe Biden says individuals with long-term COVID-19 could qualify under a major disability act.
COVID-19 Delta Variant Includes New Symptoms, Doctors Warn
Doctors say the Delta variant could cause symptoms different from those of the original virus, such as congestion and shortness of breath.
Alabama Governor Blames Unvaccinated Folks For Rise In Covid-19 Cases
Rise in Covid-19 cases among Americans prompts Alabama Gov. to call out "unvaccinated folks" in her state.
Dr. Fauci Advises Americans To Wear Masks Indoors As Delta Variant Spreads
Dr. Anthony Fauci says Americans "might want to consider" wearing masks indoors as the new Delta variant gains traction.
Statistics Support 'A Pandemic Of The Unvaccinated'
The U.S. looks to get back to normal but unvaccinated Americans are creating a pandemic of their own.
An Epidemic Hidden Behind A Pandemic: Drug Overdose Deaths Increased 30% In 2020
Drug overdose deaths increased almost 30% last year, reaching a record high numbers.
Pfizer To Meet With US Health Officials Over Vaccine Booster
As new COVID-19 variants regenerate fear, Pfizer tries to push for authorization of a third vaccine shot to boost immunity.
CDC Says Vaccinated Students Can Go To School Maskless
The CDC released new mask guidelines allowing vaccinated students to attend classes without a mask, providing a glimpse of hope to students who will soon return to fall classes.
Eviction Moratorium Clock Looms Over The 7 Million Tenants Behind on Rent
The federal eviction moratorium is set to expire at the end of the month but that may not be enough time for the millions of Americans who are still behind on rent.