First case of COVID-19 variant originally identified in South Africa reported in Illinois
The first case of coronavirus disease variant B.1.351, first identified in South Africa, has been confirmed in Illinois.
The first case of coronavirus disease variant B.1.351, first identified in South Africa, has been confirmed in Illinois.
COVID-defying French nun toasts 117th birthday with wine and prayer
A French nun who is believed to be the world’s second-oldest person celebrated her 117th birthday in style on Thursday, with multiple treats and well-wishes, cards and flowers to fete her exceptional longevity through two world wars and a recent coronavirus infection.
A French nun who is believed to be the world’s second-oldest person celebrated her 117th birthday in style on Thursday, with multiple treats and well-wishes, cards and flowers to fete her exceptional longevity through two world wars and a recent coronavirus infection.
Will expanding Phase 1B eligibility be beneficial to Illinois' vaccine rollout?
Illinois State Republican Leader Sen. Dan McConchie dishes his thoughts on expanding the vaccine eligibility of those in Phase 1B and how it could impact the state.
Illinois State Republican Leader Sen. Dan McConchie dishes his thoughts on expanding the vaccine eligibility of those in Phase 1B and how it could impact the state.
Target offering employees incentives to get COVID-19 vaccines
Hourly team members at Target will get up to four hours of pay and free Lyft rides to get back and forth from vaccine appointments, the company said.
Hourly team members at Target will get up to four hours of pay and free Lyft rides to get back and forth from vaccine appointments, the company said.
Walgreen's, CVS upgrade protections against 'bot' attacks on vaccine programs
Daliah Saper, attorney at Saper Law, talks about the importance of protecting vaccines and online registries from bots and scammers looking to make a buck.
Daliah Saper, attorney at Saper Law, talks about the importance of protecting vaccines and online registries from bots and scammers looking to make a buck.
Chicago, Cook County will not expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in Phase 1B
City and county officials announced Thursday that they will not be widening the pool of those eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine under Phase 1B, citing a "very limited" supply.
City and county officials announced Thursday that they will not be widening the pool of those eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine under Phase 1B, citing a "very limited" supply.
Suburban school subs yoga, meditation for traditional PE activities amid pandemic
One suburban school is trying to help students tackle tension amid the coronavirus pandemic.
One suburban school is trying to help students tackle tension amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dementia patients more at risk for coronavirus infection, hospitalization: study
Dementia patients are at an increased risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, suggests the findings of a new, large study that also determined those who suffer from the cognitive condition are more likely to be hospitalized due to a COVID-19 infection.
Dementia patients are at an increased risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, suggests the findings of a new, large study that also determined those who suffer from the cognitive condition are more likely to be hospitalized due to a COVID-19 infection.
1 in 3 Americans say they certainly or probably won’t get the COVID-19 vaccine, poll finds
The poll suggests that substantial skepticism persists more than a month and a half into a U.S. vaccination drive that has encountered few if any serious side effects.
The poll suggests that substantial skepticism persists more than a month and a half into a U.S. vaccination drive that has encountered few if any serious side effects.
Up to 50,000 COVID-19 cases can be traced back to Mardi Gras 2020, study finds
A new study shows the lack of COVID-19 safety regulations during last year’s Mardi Gras at the dawn of the pandemic likely caused it to be a superspreader event that spawned up to 50,000 cases.
A new study shows the lack of COVID-19 safety regulations during last year’s Mardi Gras at the dawn of the pandemic likely caused it to be a superspreader event that spawned up to 50,000 cases.
N95 mask scam: Federal government says counterfeit masks sold to hospitals in at least 5 states
Federal authorities are investigating a massive counterfeit N95 mask operation in which fake 3M masks were sold in at least five states to hospitals, medical facilities and government agencies.
Federal authorities are investigating a massive counterfeit N95 mask operation in which fake 3M masks were sold in at least five states to hospitals, medical facilities and government agencies.
Pritzker: People with comorbidities, underlying conditions will be eligible for vaccine in Phase 1B
Individuals who have comorbidities and underlying conditions will be eligible to receive the COVID vaccine in Phase 1B, Gov. Pritzker said.
Individuals who have comorbidities and underlying conditions will be eligible to receive the COVID vaccine in Phase 1B, Gov. Pritzker said.
Two masks are better at stopping COVID-19 spread than one, CDC study finds
A new government study finds that wearing two masks can be better than one in protecting against coronavirus spread.
A new government study finds that wearing two masks can be better than one in protecting against coronavirus spread.
House requests briefing from postmaster general about ‘alarmingly high’ COVID-19 infections among USPS workers
The House Oversight Committee has asked USPS postmaster general Louis DeJoy to address the “alarmingly high numbers of coronavirus infections and deaths suffered by postal workers.”
The House Oversight Committee has asked USPS postmaster general Louis DeJoy to address the “alarmingly high numbers of coronavirus infections and deaths suffered by postal workers.”
Latest medical developments on the COVID-19 vaccines
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine talks about the differences and similarities between the available coronavirus vaccines.
Dr. David Zich from Northwestern Medicine talks about the differences and similarities between the available coronavirus vaccines.
Some employers offering incentives for taking the COVID vaccine
Brian Weinthal, attorney at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C., talks about why some companys are offering financial incentives for those who get vaccinated for COVID-19.
Brian Weinthal, attorney at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C., talks about why some companys are offering financial incentives for those who get vaccinated for COVID-19.
Gov. Pritzker draws ire for prioritizing inmates in COVID-19 vaccine distribution
Dr. Fred Markowitz, professor of sociology at Northern Illinois University, defends Gov. J.B. Pritzker's decision to include Illinois inmates in Phase 1B of the coronavirus vaccine distribution plan.
Dr. Fred Markowitz, professor of sociology at Northern Illinois University, defends Gov. J.B. Pritzker's decision to include Illinois inmates in Phase 1B of the coronavirus vaccine distribution plan.
Illinois teachers' vaccine schedules differ depending which level they're teaching
John Miller, president of the University Professionals of Illinois, talks about the concerns college teachers have in regards to getting their COVID-19 vaccination in a timely manner.
John Miller, president of the University Professionals of Illinois, talks about the concerns college teachers have in regards to getting their COVID-19 vaccination in a timely manner.
88-year-old gets coronavirus vaccine shot from special nurse - her grandson
An 88-year-old grandmother got her first dose of the coronavirus vaccine from a very special nurse
An 88-year-old grandmother got her first dose of the coronavirus vaccine from a very special nurse
Warning from doctors amid Chicago cold snap: Frostbite can happen in minutes
It is awful to be outside in this bitter cold weather, and dangerous for more reason than one.
It is awful to be outside in this bitter cold weather, and dangerous for more reason than one.