UK judge rules comatose woman with COVID-19 should be removed from life support weeks after giving birth
A woman who has reportedly been in a coma for nearly a month after contracting COVID-19 will reportedly be taken off life support after the Court of Protection in the United Kingdom ruled not doing so would just “prolong her death.”
A woman who has reportedly been in a coma for nearly a month after contracting COVID-19 will reportedly be taken off life support after the Court of Protection in the United Kingdom ruled not doing so would just “prolong her death.”
‘The virus is not done with us’: CDC director says new variants of COVID-19 could stall progress in US
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stressed Friday that the trajectory of the pandemic is still concerning, as emerging variants of COVID-19 could be stalling progress in beating the virus back.
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stressed Friday that the trajectory of the pandemic is still concerning, as emerging variants of COVID-19 could be stalling progress in beating the virus back.
Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine endorsed by FDA expert panel
U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.
U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.
MacDill AFB 'thrilled' to help 5-year-old girl's spirits soar amid cancer battle
A brave young girl battling cancer achieved her dream of becoming an honorary Air Force pilot this week thanks to the team at MacDill Air Force Base and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
A brave young girl battling cancer achieved her dream of becoming an honorary Air Force pilot this week thanks to the team at MacDill Air Force Base and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
United Center to become mass vaccination site in March
According to published reports, the location could vaccinate up to 7,000 people per day as early as next month.
According to published reports, the location could vaccinate up to 7,000 people per day as early as next month.
Study finds those who have previously contracted COVID-19 should get single dose of vaccine
Dr. Gayatri Patel, an immunologist with Northwestern Medicine, talks about the medical community's latest findings regarding coronavirus vaccines and those who have previously contracted the virus.
Dr. Gayatri Patel, an immunologist with Northwestern Medicine, talks about the medical community's latest findings regarding coronavirus vaccines and those who have previously contracted the virus.
Pandemic proves extremely detrimental to the mental health of young adults
Dr. Shekhar Saxena from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health talks about the impact that the pandemic and its restrictions have had on young adults.
Dr. Shekhar Saxena from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health talks about the impact that the pandemic and its restrictions have had on young adults.
Evanston teen builds website to help the elderly find COVID-19 vaccines
Eli Coustan and his parents talk about the inspiration behind his website helping connect seniors with COVID-19 vaccine appointments.
Eli Coustan and his parents talk about the inspiration behind his website helping connect seniors with COVID-19 vaccine appointments.
Vaccine 'passports' may open society, but inequity looms
Governments say getting vaccinated and having the proper documentation to prove it will smooth the way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and such efforts have gotten a head start in Israel.
Governments say getting vaccinated and having the proper documentation to prove it will smooth the way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and such efforts have gotten a head start in Israel.
United Center to transform into mass vaccination site with collaboration between FEMA and the White House
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
Study: Infectious coronavirus particles can survive on clothing for up to 3 days
Researchers at a public university in England studied cloth typically used for uniforms in a hospital setting and found that coronavirus particles survived on the items for up to three days, and standard washing machines don’t effectively remove the virus from fabrics.
Researchers at a public university in England studied cloth typically used for uniforms in a hospital setting and found that coronavirus particles survived on the items for up to three days, and standard washing machines don’t effectively remove the virus from fabrics.
‘You’re not alone’: 2 women in 30s who lost husbands to COVID-19 start Facebook support group
Kristina Scorpo and Pamela Addison were complete strangers, but formed a bond under heartbreaking circumstances: They both lost their husbands to the coronavirus in 2020.
Kristina Scorpo and Pamela Addison were complete strangers, but formed a bond under heartbreaking circumstances: They both lost their husbands to the coronavirus in 2020.
Biden marks 50 million COVID-19 vaccine doses in first 5 weeks in office
President Joe Biden marked the administration of the 50 millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine since his swearing-in.
President Joe Biden marked the administration of the 50 millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine since his swearing-in.
Doctors look to dispel fears about COVID-19 vaccines
Dr. Jamil Abdur-Rahman and his twin brother Dr. Idries Abdur-Rahman talk about the importance of getting everyone onboard with the COVID-19 vaccines.
Dr. Jamil Abdur-Rahman and his twin brother Dr. Idries Abdur-Rahman talk about the importance of getting everyone onboard with the COVID-19 vaccines.
Illinois expands vaccine eligibility to those with serious health conditions
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility requirements to include Illinoisans with serious medical issues such as heart disease and cancer.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility requirements to include Illinoisans with serious medical issues such as heart disease and cancer.
Tips for developing better sleep habits during the pandemic
Dr. Sabra Abbott from Northwestern University talks about the increasing prevalence of insomnia during the pandemic and what you can do to maximize your rest during these trying times.
Dr. Sabra Abbott from Northwestern University talks about the increasing prevalence of insomnia during the pandemic and what you can do to maximize your rest during these trying times.
Ad Council launches new 'It's Up To You' vaccine education initiative
Heidi Arthur and Dr. Ernest Grant talk about the importance of easing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines.
Heidi Arthur and Dr. Ernest Grant talk about the importance of easing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines.
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, flu has disappeared in the US
February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors' offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year. Flu has virtually disappeared from the U.S., with reports coming in at far lower levels than anything seen in decades.
February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors' offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year. Flu has virtually disappeared from the U.S., with reports coming in at far lower levels than anything seen in decades.
Chicago opts not to join state in expanding Phase 1B vaccine access
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
Moderna begins clinical trials for booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine to combat South Africa variant
Moderna says it has sent its new COVID-19 vaccine candidate designed specifically to combat the highly transmissible South Africa coronavirus variant to the National Institutes of Health for a Phase 1 clinical trial.
Moderna says it has sent its new COVID-19 vaccine candidate designed specifically to combat the highly transmissible South Africa coronavirus variant to the National Institutes of Health for a Phase 1 clinical trial.