CDC expands airport virus surveillance program during holidays
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Airports on the West and East coasts are offering surveillance testing in an effort to help the CDC find out what viruses are going around. The tests will cover more than just COVID-19, but also the flu and RSV.

Economy grows despite higher prices | What this means
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A new government report out this week shows the economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years. But, it's not necessarily a good thing for many Americans.

American children are not getting new COVID-19 shots
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Health officials say COVID-19 is still causing thousands of hospitalizations and deaths but Americans are not getting updated vaccines, especially children.

US economy growing at robust rate, new report shows
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A new government report out today shows the U.S. economy is growing at a rate faster than it has been in years.

US economy adds 336,000 jobs in September, blowing past expectations
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U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in September, evidence the labor market remains resilient even as it confronts high interest rates and stubborn inflation.

How to get noticed in the workplace in 2024
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Companies are expected to cut costs a bit more in 2024. The average pay increase in 2023 was 4.7% while the average increase in 2024 is projected to be closer to 3.8%. Personal finance professor Dan Roccato shared some tips for standing out in the workplace.

Arwady: As COVID hospitalizations rise, get new booster shot

Get the shot: that's the recommendation from local and federal officials as COVID hospitalizations increase.

COVID-19 in 2023: How to stay healthy during cold, flu season
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Fall has begun and cold and flu season is back. Former Commissioner of Chicago's Dept. of Health Allison Arwady joins Good Day Chicago with tips on how to stay healthy. Arwady say the new COVID-19 vaccine is a good match to the strains on the rise and the best thing people can do is stay up to date with it.

Long COVID: New data shows what virus does after it leaves your body
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new data showing COVID-19 may not be done causing damage, even after it leaves your body.

Sign-up for more free COVID tests begins today. Here’s how to order

The U.S. government is replenishing its stockpile with millions of new at-home COVID tests. Here’s how to order yours for free.

Biden has received the updated COVID-19 vaccine, White House says

The White House says President Joe Biden has gotten the updated COVID-19 vaccine and the annual flu shot, and that he was also recently vaccinated against RSV.

COVID-19 case spike triggers new funds for tests
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The White House is allocating $600 millions to fund more COVID-19 tests. The CDC reports that coronavirus hospitalizations have spiked this month.

Palos Hills accountant, Joliet business owner fraudulently obtained over $7.8M in PPP loans: indictment

A Palos Hills accountant and a Joliet business owner have been indicted on federal charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining more than $7.8 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Chicagoans may be able to get new COVID shots this week

The Chicago Department of Public Health says the vaccines are free, regardless of whether individuals have insurance coverage or not.