Novavax says combo flu and COVID-19 vaccine showed promise in preclinical study

Novavax says combo flu and COVID-19 vaccine showed promise in preclinical study

Novavax, a Maryland-based company, said Monday their combo shot formed a robust response to both influenza A and B - and protected against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Novavax, a Maryland-based company, said Monday their combo shot formed a robust response to both influenza A and B - and protected against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Mobile vaccine bus visits Austin neighborhood

Mobile vaccine bus visits Austin neighborhood

With fewer people booking appointments, a CTA vaccination bus is bringing the opportunity to you.

With fewer people booking appointments, a CTA vaccination bus is bringing the opportunity to you.

States scale back vaccine orders as interest in shots wanes

States scale back vaccine orders as interest in shots wanes

States across the country are dramatically scaling back their COVID-19 vaccine orders as interest in the shots wanes, putting the goal of herd immunity further out of reach.

States across the country are dramatically scaling back their COVID-19 vaccine orders as interest in the shots wanes, putting the goal of herd immunity further out of reach.

CDC confirms COVID-19 can be transmitted through air from more than 6 feet away

CDC confirms COVID-19 can be transmitted through air from more than 6 feet away

The CDC updated its COVID-19 guidance to reflect substantial scientific evidence suggesting that tiny virus particles can linger in the air and infect people as they inhale — even from more than 6 feet away.

The CDC updated its COVID-19 guidance to reflect substantial scientific evidence suggesting that tiny virus particles can linger in the air and infect people as they inhale — even from more than 6 feet away.

Pfizer starts application for full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine

Pfizer starts application for full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine

Since December, Pfizer has been authorized on an emergency use basis and has delivered more than 170 million doses of the shot to people 16 and older.

Since December, Pfizer has been authorized on an emergency use basis and has delivered more than 170 million doses of the shot to people 16 and older.

Senior Living residents celebrate Mother's Day with family reunions
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Senior Living residents celebrate Mother's Day with family reunions

Gladys Hunter, Sharron Boxenbaum and Brian Adelman talk about how Belmont Village Senior Living is reuniting families to celebrate Mother's Day.

Gladys Hunter, Sharron Boxenbaum and Brian Adelman talk about how Belmont Village Senior Living is reuniting families to celebrate Mother's Day.

Boil order lifted for thousands of residents on the Southwest Side

Boil order lifted for thousands of residents on the Southwest Side

A boil order was issued Thursday afternoon after a Southwest Side pumping station shut down for about an hour, affecting thousands of people in Morgan Park and Beverly.

A boil order was issued Thursday afternoon after a Southwest Side pumping station shut down for about an hour, affecting thousands of people in Morgan Park and Beverly.

Prioritizing mental health is paramount during the pandemic
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Prioritizing mental health is paramount during the pandemic

Alexa James, CEO of NAMI Chicago, shares helpful tips for boosting the mental health of yourself and those around you.

Alexa James, CEO of NAMI Chicago, shares helpful tips for boosting the mental health of yourself and those around you.

Lightfoot announces return of summer events across the city

Lightfoot announces return of summer events across the city

Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago and Chicago’s cultural community announced on Wednesday "Open Culture" - the next phase of Open Chicago, which includes the return of summer events across the city.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago and Chicago’s cultural community announced on Wednesday "Open Culture" - the next phase of Open Chicago, which includes the return of summer events across the city.

National Nurses Week: Restaurants, brands offer freebies and discounts

National Nurses Week: Restaurants, brands offer freebies and discounts

As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.

As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.

Coronavirus causing a rise in eating disorders, diabetes

Coronavirus causing a rise in eating disorders, diabetes

A number of coronavirus survivors are being diagnosed with diabetes, according to a new study. Eating disorders are also on the rise.

A number of coronavirus survivors are being diagnosed with diabetes, according to a new study. Eating disorders are also on the rise.

Chicago announces special concert series for fully-vaccinated residents

Chicago announces special concert series for fully-vaccinated residents

The city of Chicago is launching a special series of concerts exclusively for residents who have been fully-vaccinated against the coronavirus.

The city of Chicago is launching a special series of concerts exclusively for residents who have been fully-vaccinated against the coronavirus.