HEALTH
China State Media Calls Wuhan Lab Leak Theory 'Pathetic Story'
The U.S. national laboratory report cited in a Wall Street Journal story contains no new information or evidence, China's state-owned tabloid, the Global Times, said on Tuesday.
WHO Says Delta COVID Variant from India Spreading in Over 60 Countries
WHO officials said that the COVID-19 delta variant has spread to more than 60 countries and is more transmissible than the alpha variant. At least 80 percent of the population needs to be vaccinated to significantly lower the risks of other variant outbreaks.
Biden Admin Replaces 'Mothers' With 'Birthing People' in Maternal Health Guidance
"Why does Biden want to cancel mothers?" one critic of Biden's budget said of the linguistic change.
Chinese Residents of Guangzhou Largely Prevented from Leaving Amid Delta COVID Outbreak
Even those permitted to leave must test negative for the virus within 48 hours of departure, according to new rules issued by the local government that took effect Monday.
Alzheimer's Drug Thought to Cost Up to $50K for 1 Year Approved by FDA
The Food and Drug Administration approved the first drug to treat Alzheimer's disease in 20 years on Monday, though experts are skeptical of its effectiveness.
Brakes on Vaccination Rates in U.S., Decline Two-thirds Since April Peak
The recent decline could threaten President Joe Biden's goal of having at least 70 percent of adults vaccinated with at least one dose by July 4.
Scientist Who Warned Fauci COVID Could Be 'Engineered' Deletes Twitter Account
The spotlight has fallen on Dr. Anthony Fauci and Kristian Andersen since the release of email exchanges between the pair revealed the scientists' thoughts about the virus during the early stage of the pandemic.
FDA Approves Tembexa to Fight Weaponized Smallpox Virus Amid Fears of COVID Lab Origins
The variola virus, which causes smallpox, is still being kept in two labs—one in Atlanta and the other in Russia.
Danish Company Secures FDA Approval for Drug Used to Treat Diabetes, Weight Loss
The FDA approved of new drug, Wegovy, to be sold in the U.S. and marketed for weight loss. The drug has been modified from Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug semaglutide.
Vermont Nearing 80% COVID Vaccination Rate, 7900 Short of Goal to Drop Pandemic Restrictions
Nearly 7900 more Vermonters need to get at least one dose for the state to reach its goal of an 80 percent vaccination rate. The governor will then drop the remaining virus-related restrictions.
Most California Workers Required to Keep Masks on Unless All Employees COVID Vaccinated
A new California mandate will require all workers to wear a mask unless every other employee in the room is fully vaccinated. The mandate is due to go into effect the same day the state lifts mask and other restrictions in social settings.
More Study Urged After 7 Teen Boys Suffer Heart Inflammation After Getting COVID-19 Vaccine
None of the boys, who ranged in age from 14 to 19, were critically ill, but imaging tests showed a type of heart muscle inflammation called myocarditis. They all received second Pfizer doses in April or May.
COVID Shot Doesn't Affect Fertility, Changes to Period Short-Lived, Experts Say
Researchers launched a survey after anecdotal reports of changes to menstrual cycles—but it's still unclear if there is a link to the vaccine
Hungary Ending Government-Run COVID Vaccination Efforts After 38% Fully Immunized
With 54% of their population having the first dose of the vaccine and 38% fully vaccinated, Hungary will end government-run COVID vaccination centers and instead leave it up to individuals to get schedule them at select locations.
Woman Who Didn't Exercise for a Year 'Nearly Dies' After Intense Spin Class
Rhabdomyolysis can lead to death, and is caused by a range of factors including "extreme muscle strain."
Vietnam Bans All Religious Events After Protestant Church Service Triggers COVID Cluster
Police filed a case against a couple that heads a Protestant church mission in Vietnam for "spreading dangerous infectious diseases," saying there were poor health protocols at their gatherings.
Mexico Reports First Case of Black Fungus in Recovering COVID Patient
The disease, described as "serious but rare" by the CDC, has been widely reported amongst COVID-19 patients in India.
Donald Trump Jr. Tells Republicans to 'Grow a Pair' Over Fauci Emails
Donald Trump's eldest son said GOP lawmakers who don't back a probe don't deserve to represent Americans.
Piers Morgan Takes on Wuhan Lab Leak Theory and Fauci Emails in New Column
Recently released emails show some experts were initially concerned the COVID virus "looked engineered."
Vaccine Lottery by State and How to Enter
For most states, no registration is required to enter the drawing but other terms and conditions may apply.
Mike Pompeo Claims Intel Officials 'Didn't Want to Talk' About Wuhan Lab Leak Theory
The former secretary of state said officials "didn't want the world to know" about a Chinese cover-up.
NY-Based Smoked Fish Company Recalls 42 Products in 17 States For Possible Fatal Infections
The recall reaches from New York to California and Florida to Oregon. It includes salmon, trout, whitefish and other products that can be fatal to those with weak immune systems.