CDC drops 14-day self-quarantine recommendation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday dropped its recommendation for travelers to quarantine for 14 days upon returning from trips overseas or out of state during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday dropped its recommendation for travelers to quarantine for 14 days upon returning from trips overseas or out of state during the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump announces plasma treatment authorized for COVID-19
President Donald Trump has announced the emergency authorization of convalescent plasma for COVID-19 patients.
President Donald Trump has announced the emergency authorization of convalescent plasma for COVID-19 patients.
Health officials report 1,893 new cases of COVID-19 in Illinois, 6 additional deaths
On Sunday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,893 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 6 additional deaths.
On Sunday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,893 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 6 additional deaths.
Massachusetts man gave ‘COVID hugs’ to cancer survivor, other strangers at Walmart, police say
Massachusetts police are searching for a serial hugger who gave unwelcome “COVID hugs” to strangers shopping at a Walmart last week.
Massachusetts police are searching for a serial hugger who gave unwelcome “COVID hugs” to strangers shopping at a Walmart last week.
Trump to reveal coronavirus 'breakthrough' therapeutic, WH press secretary says
President Trump plans to hold a news conference Sunday evening regarding a potential major therapeutic “breakthrough” for treating the coronavirus.
President Trump plans to hold a news conference Sunday evening regarding a potential major therapeutic “breakthrough” for treating the coronavirus.
Teachers turn COVID-19 desk shields into Jeeps: 'Playful, not imprisoned'
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
Illinois reports 2,356 new COVID-19 cases, 17 deaths
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,356 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 17 additional deaths.
On Saturday, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,356 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state, along with 17 additional deaths.
Global COVID-19 deaths surpass 800K, Johns Hopkins reports
The global death toll for the coronavirus has exceeded 800,000, according to Johns Hopkins.
The global death toll for the coronavirus has exceeded 800,000, according to Johns Hopkins.
Low humidity, drier air may contribute to increased COVID-19 transmission risk, researchers find
A study conducted by University of Sydney researchers found that climate conditions with low humidity and dry air may help the spread of the novel coronavirus.
A study conducted by University of Sydney researchers found that climate conditions with low humidity and dry air may help the spread of the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19 deaths across world surpass 700,000, according to Johns Hopkins
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
Video shows large group of Baylor students gathering amid social distancing restrictions
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
Cook County law enforcement receives new type of support from nonprofit
Law enforcment in Chicago and Cook County are receiving a new type of support, which is designed to improve their mental health and repair relationships with the community.
Law enforcment in Chicago and Cook County are receiving a new type of support, which is designed to improve their mental health and repair relationships with the community.
Illinois officials work to make coronavirus saliva test available to general public
Officials are working around the clock to get a newly approved coronavirus saliva test out to the general public.
Officials are working around the clock to get a newly approved coronavirus saliva test out to the general public.
UIH nurses vote to authorize a strike, demand more reasonable nurse-to-patient ratios
On Thursday, nurses from the University of Illinois hospital, who are represented by the Illinois Nurses Association, voted 995 to 12 to authorize a strike against the Chicago hospital.
On Thursday, nurses from the University of Illinois hospital, who are represented by the Illinois Nurses Association, voted 995 to 12 to authorize a strike against the Chicago hospital.
Black babies see higher odds of survival with Black doctors’ care: study
In the U.S., Black newborns die at three times the rate of White newborns, study authors noted. When Blacks doctors care for newborns of underrepresented minorities, researchers' findings suggest the mortality penalty is halved.
In the U.S., Black newborns die at three times the rate of White newborns, study authors noted. When Blacks doctors care for newborns of underrepresented minorities, researchers' findings suggest the mortality penalty is halved.
Memory-boosting tips for getting into the back-to-school mindset
Four-time US Memory Champion Nelson Dellis lays out some helpful tips for improving your memory ahead of the school year.
Four-time US Memory Champion Nelson Dellis lays out some helpful tips for improving your memory ahead of the school year.
UConn students party during coronavirus pandemic, get kicked out of dorms
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dr. Oz discusses new COVID-19 saliva test authorized by FDA
The FDA has authorized emergency use of a new and inexpensive saliva test for COVID-19. The new test is called Saliva Direct and it allows saliva samples to be collected in any sterile container. Dr. Oz weighs in on what this means for testing.
The FDA has authorized emergency use of a new and inexpensive saliva test for COVID-19. The new test is called Saliva Direct and it allows saliva samples to be collected in any sterile container. Dr. Oz weighs in on what this means for testing.
Health officials confirm California's 1st plague case in 5 years at South Lake Tahoe
Health officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe -- the first in California in five years.
Health officials have confirmed a case of plague at South Lake Tahoe -- the first in California in five years.
FDA warns of false COVID-19 test results from Thermo Fisher kit
The Food and Drug Administration on Monday warned health care providers of false-positive coronavirus test results using the Thermo Fisher Scientific TaqPath COVID-19 Combo Kit.
The Food and Drug Administration on Monday warned health care providers of false-positive coronavirus test results using the Thermo Fisher Scientific TaqPath COVID-19 Combo Kit.