New COVID testing, vaccination rules take effect for CPS student-athletes Monday
According to district policy, student athletes must submit a copy of their COVID vaccination card to their school nurse to be eligible to play.
According to district policy, student athletes must submit a copy of their COVID vaccination card to their school nurse to be eligible to play.
US to require incoming foreign travelers to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
Beginning in November, all foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to show proof of vaccination before boarding, as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of the flight.
Pfizer: COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11, plans to seek authorization soon
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
FOX News poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
COVID-19 boosters likely to be expanded in coming weeks, US health officials predict
Two top U.S. health officials said Sunday that they believe COVID-19 booster use may be expanded to cover more Americans in the coming weeks.
Two top U.S. health officials said Sunday that they believe COVID-19 booster use may be expanded to cover more Americans in the coming weeks.
CDC: Health care-associated infections up amid COVID-19 pandemic
Last week, the CDC published data from more than 3,000 hospitals showing that infections people contracted while in hospitals went up in 2020, after going down for several years in a row.
Last week, the CDC published data from more than 3,000 hospitals showing that infections people contracted while in hospitals went up in 2020, after going down for several years in a row.
FDA advisory panel OKs Pfizer COVID-19 booster for 65 and older, votes no for younger
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
An independent advisory panel for the FDA voted against a proposal for a booster dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for Americans 16 and older.
Dept. of Veteran Affairs was first federal agency to require staff to be vaccinated
Dr. Elizabeth Brill, deputy chief medical officer of Veteran Affairs, talks about how their department is handling the vaccine mandate.
Dr. Elizabeth Brill, deputy chief medical officer of Veteran Affairs, talks about how their department is handling the vaccine mandate.
Chicago health officials report giving over 10,000 at-home COVID vaccinations
Over 10,000 at-home COVID-19 vaccinations have been administered across Chicago during the past six months, according to the city's Department of Public Health.
Over 10,000 at-home COVID-19 vaccinations have been administered across Chicago during the past six months, according to the city's Department of Public Health.
Hospitals in multiple states rationing health care amid crushing COVID-19 surge
Idaho's public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.
Idaho's public health leaders have expanded health care rationing statewide amid a massive increase in the number of coronavirus patients requiring hospitalization.
Chicago Bears urge fans to arrive early for the first home game of the season
The Chicago Bears will play their first home game of the season this weekend. It’s also the first time fans will be allowed in the stands in over a year.
The Chicago Bears will play their first home game of the season this weekend. It’s also the first time fans will be allowed in the stands in over a year.
Illinois family blames unvaccinated in obituary after vaccinated woman dies from COVID-19
The Illinois family of a vaccinated woman who died of COVID-19 says her death could have been avoided if more people were vaccinated.
The Illinois family of a vaccinated woman who died of COVID-19 says her death could have been avoided if more people were vaccinated.
Tips for staying safe and COVID-free in a school setting
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks us through the latest medical headlines surrounding COVID-19.
Dr. Shikha Jain from the University of Illinois at Chicago talks us through the latest medical headlines surrounding COVID-19.
Is it safe to get a flu shot and COVID-19 booster at the same time? One expert weighs in
The CDC recommends Americans 6 months and older who can get a flu shot by the end of October. But, one CDC-trained epidemiologist, says you may not want to wait around this year.
The CDC recommends Americans 6 months and older who can get a flu shot by the end of October. But, one CDC-trained epidemiologist, says you may not want to wait around this year.
Moderna study: Recently vaccinated have stronger protection from breakthrough COVID-19
Moderna on Wednesday posted a study suggesting immunity from its COVID-19 vaccine may wane over time, saying that a booster shot is necessary to maintain strong protection against variants of concern.
Moderna on Wednesday posted a study suggesting immunity from its COVID-19 vaccine may wane over time, saying that a booster shot is necessary to maintain strong protection against variants of concern.
Wendy Williams tests positive for ‘breakthrough’ case of COVID-19
“The Wendy Williams Show” was set to premiere on Sept. 20, but following Wendy Williams’ diagnosis, the show will now premiere on Oct. 4.
“The Wendy Williams Show” was set to premiere on Sept. 20, but following Wendy Williams’ diagnosis, the show will now premiere on Oct. 4.
Pope blames 'virulence of uncertainty' for COVID-19 vaccine resistance
Pope Francis says he doesn't understand why people refuse to take COVID-19 vaccines, noting “humanity has a history of friendship with vaccines.”
Pope Francis says he doesn't understand why people refuse to take COVID-19 vaccines, noting “humanity has a history of friendship with vaccines.”
Judge blocks New York's medical worker vaccine mandate
Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.
Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.
Arlington Heights teacher resigns rather than getting vaccinated or facing weekly testing
A veteran teacher in Arlington Heights is resigning instead of getting vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19.
A veteran teacher in Arlington Heights is resigning instead of getting vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19.
Arlington Heights teacher resigns instead of getting vaccinated, facing weekly testing
After learning of the resignation, some parents are now calling on the district to challenge the Governor.
After learning of the resignation, some parents are now calling on the district to challenge the Governor.