Hospitalizations Skyrocket In Kids Too Young For COVID-19 Shots

The trend is driven by high hospitalization rates in five states: Georgia, Connecticut, Tennessee, California and Oregon.

A Guide To Your Financial & Legal Responsibilities After Loss

Loss of a loved one is a difficult time to navigate. Learn how to obtain a death certificate, when to begin reporting the death and more.

What Exactly Is ‘Dry January,’ And Do You Want To Try It Out?

Anyone who imbibes, even just socially, can likely experience a few health benefits from cutting out alcohol during Dry January.

Fake COVID-19 Tests Are Latest — But Not Only — Coronavirus Scam

Scammers are exploiting the shortage of over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, the FTC says. They’re easy to avoid if you ask the right questions.

CDC Advisers Endorse Pfizer COVID Boosters For Younger Teens

The CDC’s director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, will weigh the panel's advice before making a final decision soon.

What Your Sewage Says About COVID-19 Cases In Your County

The proof is in the poop: Wastewater analysis is giving U.S. counties an accurate look into the spread of coronavirus.

COVID Case Counts May Be Losing Relevance With Omicron

Daily case counts and their ups and downs have been one of the most closely watched barometers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Flurona: What The Heck Is It? And How Worried Should You Be?

Remember the “twindemic” everyone talked about last winter? It might be here. This is what you should know to protect yourself and others.

No Link Between COVID-19 Vaccine, Premature Births: CDC

Newly-released data suggests the COVID-19 vaccine does not contribute to preterm births or low birth weights in pregnant women.

​FDA Authorizes Boosters For Kids 12-15: What Happens Next

Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for children ages 12-15 a step closer.

How Will Pandemic End? Omicron Clouds Forecasts For Endgame

Experts agree that the coronavirus is here to stay, and that ending the pandemic won't be like flipping a light switch.

GUIDELINES: Say "I am Sorry"

The most important words after “I love you” to be willing to say to a loved one are, “I am sorry.” At least be sorry for the pain it caused.

Nursing Home Workers Urged To Get Boosters As Cases Soar

Cases among nursing home staffers jumped to 10,353 for the week ending Dec. 27, a rise of nearly 80 percent from the previous week.

Flu Making A Comeback In U.S. Amid COVID-19 Surge

Right now, flu activity is high or very high in eight states or U.S. territories. So far, two children have died.

New COVID-19 Cases In U.S. Soar To Highest Levels On Record

More than a year after the coronavirus vaccine rollout, new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. have soared to the highest level on record.

CDC Cuts COVID-19 Quarantine Time By Half In Guidance Update

Airlines and others struggling to staff positions amid surging coronavirus rates welcome the change; some health experts say it’s too soon.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Among Children Up Nationwide

Pediatric hospitalizations for COVID-19 are increasing nationwide as the omicron variant finds a new target — unvaccinated children.

Fauci Backs ​Vaccine Mandate For U.S. Air Travel

Such a mandate could drive up the nation's lagging vaccination rate and confer stronger protection on flights than current mask requirement.

GUIDELINES: Where There is Purpose, There is Passion

When you have a purpose, you have a passion. You could not have passion without an overriding purpose, because purpose generates passion.

Christmas COVID Outbreak Keeps Navy Ship At Guantanamo Bay Port

U.S. Navy officials have not said whether it was the omicron variant that infected its sailors aboard the U.S.S. Milwaukee.

U.S. Children's Hospitals Filling Fast As Omicron Spreads: Report

While doctors are seeing record positive results from pediatric coronavirus tests, the vast majority of new cases have been mild.

Health Debunked: Should I Use Fluoride-Free Toothpaste?

Is fluoride toothpaste safe to use? Discover the truth about fluoride and why this option may or may not be the right choice for you.

FDA Authorizes Second Pill To Treat COVID-19 In Adults

The approval of molnupiravir, developed by drugmaker Merck, comes one day after officials authorized a similar pill by Pfizer.

How To Stay Healthy During Winter In Philadelphia

Getting a flu shot, wearing weather-appropriate clothing and taking a few other precautions can help keep you safe as temperatures drop.

A Guide For Hartford Parents On Recognizing Childhood Asthma

More than 11 percent of Connecticut children experience asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath and night coughing spells.

Why L.A. Residents Shouldn't Snooze On Winter Sun Protection

Regardless of where you live or the temperature, you should always remain vigilant in keeping safe from harmful UV rays.

Pfizer At-Home COVID-19 Pill Gets FDA Green Light As Virus Surges

Authorization of the at-home treatment comes as U.S. health officials worry a tsunami of COVID-19 infections will overwhelm hospitals.

6 Cold-Weather Health Conditions & Tips To Help Your Body Cope

The onset of winter can lead to physical ailments like dry skin, joint pain and frostbite, as well as mental health conditions like SAD.

Omicron Dominates In U.S.; 73% Of New COVID-19 Cases: CDC Data

The CDC estimates the omicron variant accounted for 73 percent of COVID-19 infections last week, a sixfold week-over-week increase.

COVID-19 Booster Shots Are Best Defense Against Omicron Variant

With only 61 percent of Americans fully vaccinated and 28 percent boosted, officials worry about the ability to fight a fifth COVID-19 wave.

GUIDELINES: Take Time for Silence

Not only do we need time alone; we also need time for silence. We sense ourselves better in silence than in noise.

OSHA Vaccine Mandate Penalties To Start Jan. 10

The announcement came after the U.S. Court of Appeals decided Friday that the mandate for large employers could go forward.

Flu Vaccine 'A Major Mismatch' For 2021's Dominant Strain: Report

One of the main circulating influenza viruses has mutated, causing it to evade antibodies created by the vaccine, researchers say.

Pfizer Tests Extra COVID Shot For Kids Under 5 In Setback

In clinical trials, Pfizer found two doses didn't trigger a strong enough immune response in babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Pfizer, Moderna Vaccines Safer Than J&J: CDC Cites Blood Clots

The recommendation comes after new data indicates an increase in blood clotting complications among those receiving the Janssen vaccine.

Omicron Is Milder, But Better At Evading Vaccines, Data Suggests

The findings line up with earlier data about omicron's behavior, including that the coronavirus variant seems to be more easily transmitted.

Pfizer Confirms COVID Pill's Results, Potency Versus Omicron

The updates come as COVID-19 cases, deaths and hospitalization are all rising again and the U.S. hovers around 800,000 pandemic deaths.

COVID-19 Toll Nears 800,000 To Close Out A Year Filled With Death

​A looming pandemic milestone — 800,000 U.S. deaths — is a sad coda to a year that began with so much promise with the arrival of vaccines.

Guidelines: Some Rules of Conduct

These rules of conduct bespeak an earlier time, a more civilized and polite period of our history, a time of gentlemen and gentlewomen.

Vaccine Religious Opt-Outs Overused, But Still Supported: Survey

The survey found about 51 percent of Americans support vaccination exemption requirements for religious reasons.