HEALTH
Two New COVID Variants Found in Ohio, With One Dubbed the Columbus Strain
Scientists believe one variant called COH.20G/501Y could be more infectious than past forms of the coronavirus.
First Pfizer COVID Vaccine Shot Cuts Risk of Infection by 50 Percent: Study
The study took place in Israel, which is currently leading the world in terms of vaccinating its population.
Man Injects Magic Mushrooms, Gets Organ Failure As They Grow in His Blood
The man spent 22 days in hospital following the incident.
Why Four of the Worst States for COVID Vaccinations Are in the Deep South
Some hospitals in South Carolina were reported to be confused over who is eligible and who to prioritize for vaccination.
FDA Recalls 11,000 Weis Ice Cream Containers Over Metal Shards Fears
The Food and Drug Administration recalled the frozen treats made by Weis Markets over concerns the products could be "contaminated with extraneous material, specifically metal filling equipment parts."
'Alarming' COVID mutation in South African variant explained
"We fear this mutation might have an impact, and what we don't know is the extent of the impact," said researcher Penny Moore.
CNN Correspondent Breaks Down in Tears on TV During COVID Report
"These families should not be going through this. No family should be going through this," said Sara Sidner on a Tuesday episode of 'New Day.'
California Swinger Party Attended By Over 200 People Busted By Police
The latest bust comes as total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County approach 940,000.
COVID Vaccines to Be Given at Disneyland, Dodger Stadium in California
The state is ramping up the roll-out of vaccines as it struggles to contain the virus.
6.7 million COVID Vaccines Given in U.S. With 70% of Available Doses Unused
Among those who have received their first dose are nearly 700,000 high-risk people in long-term care facilities.
New COVID Variant Detected in Japan Has 'Potential' to Be More Infectious
Scientists say it is currently unclear whether or not the new variant is more transmissible and if vaccines will be less effective against it.
Lawmakers in Capitol's Safe Room May Have Been Exposed to COVID: Physician
"On Wednesday, January 6, many members of the House community were in protective isolation in a room located in a large committee hearing space... During this time, individuals may have been exposed to another occupant with coronavirus infection," said Dr. Brian P. Monahan.
Nurse Who Got COVID After First Vaccine Dose Had 'False Sense of Security'
Maximum protection from the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine—as well as long-lasting immunity—is only reached seven or more days after the second dose.
1 in 50 Americans Has COVID in Some Areas—Before New Variants Take Hold
As the U.S. struggles to contain the virus, a new, more infectious U.K. variant is now in eight states, and another from South Africa is believed to be spreading undetected.
More Infectious UK COVID Variant B.1.1.7 Now Confirmed in Eight States
The variant appears to be significantly more transmissible than the original, although it does not seem to cause more severe illness.
Fauci Wants Americans to Wear Masks 'At Least' 100 Days into Biden Admin
Fauci's comments come as the U.S. reported more than 4,000 COVID-19 deaths on Thursday—a new daily record for the pandemic.
These 5 States Had the Most COVID Deaths Per Capita in Past Week
A handful of states in the Midwest, Northeast and the southwest reported the highest number of coronavirus deaths per 100,000 people.
Demand for ICU Beds Is Forecast to Peak in These States Within 7 Days
The number of hospital beds needed across the country is projected to peak in just over a week, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.
Fauci Says Biden Will Hit Target To Vaccinate 100m People in First 100 Days
America's top infectious disease specialist and incoming chief medical advisor to the Biden administration made the assertion as the U.S. struggles with vaccine roll-out setbacks.
Anthony Fauci Thinks U.K. COVID Variant More Widespread in U.S. Than Known
The new, more infectious variant has been detected in California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. Fauci told Newsweek he would be "very surprised" if it was not in "several more states."
COVID Vaccinations Are Highest in These Five States
North and South Dakota are among the states that have administered the most number of vaccinations in the country so far.
Anthony Fauci Says New South Africa COVID Strain Likely in the U.S.
America's top infectious disease expert told Newsweek that although the 501.V2 virus has not yet been detected, "sooner or later it will get here."