Doctor accused of spreading COVID-19 misinformation sues Houston Methodist
A Houston doctor accused of spreading "dangerous misinformation" related to COVID-19 has slapped Houston Methodist Hospital with a lawsuit.
Omicron vs. delta: Study examines difference between two coronavirus variant symptoms
The differences between omicron and delta variant symptoms were analyzed as part of a COVD-19 infection survey.
Novak Djokovic lands in Serbia after deportation from Australia
Novak Djokovic touched down in his native Serbia on Monday after being deported from Australia over its required COVID-19 vaccination.
Minnesota man battling COVID-19 moved to Texas hospital after lawsuit over ventilator
A Buffalo, Minnesota man suffering from a devastating case of COVID-19 is in Texas where his family is hoping and praying doctors there can save his life.
YMCA of the Suncoast, along with Grapefruit Testing, now offering free COVID-19 testing in Bay area
The YMCA of the Suncoast, in conjunction with Grapefruit Testing, is now offering free COVID-19 testing at three of its Bay Area locations.
DeSantis would have been 'much louder' if he knew early on feds would shut down the country
Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis says he regrets not speaking out even more forcefully against a federal COVID-19 lockdown early on during the pandemic in 2020, saying he didn't understand how extensive the measures would become.
YMCA opens 3 free COVID-19 testing sites
The YMCA of the Suncoast, in conjunction with Grapefruit Testing, is now offering free COVID-19 testing at three of its Bay Area locations.
U.S. craft breweries could raise beer prices due to supply chain issues, economist says
Despite the pandemic and all of its challenges, overall, it's been a better-than-expected year for beer in Florida -- but some bumps could become widespread due to supply chain issues and rising inflation.
Free at-home COVID tests: Website to start accepting orders Jan. 19
After facing heavy criticism last month for not securing enough tests for Americans, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow households to order at-home test kits — starting Jan. 19.
US omicron peak: Fauci predicts steep drop in cases toward 'end of January'
Dr. Anthony Fauci cautiously predicted the U.S. omicron wave could soon start to noticeably decline “as we get to the end of January.”
Novak Djokovic: Visa revoked for 2nd time in Australia, faces deportation
Novak Djokovic faces deportation again after Australia revoked his visa for a second time ahead of the Australian Open. His lawyers are expected to appeal.
Biden urges employers to 'do the right thing' after Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate
President Biden appealed to U.S. companies “to do the right thing to protect Americans’ health and economy” after the Supreme Court blocked the vaccine mandate.
COVID-19 leading cause of death among U.S. law enforcement in 2021
Florida is among the top seven states with high officer deaths from COVID-19. Across the country, 301 of the 458 officers killed in the line of duty last year died from the virus.
Father finds children, mother dead after apparent murder-suicide, Pasco sheriff says
A father was the one who called 911 after finding the bodies of his two children and their mother after an apparent murder-suicide, according to the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office.
Supreme Court blocks COVID-19 vaccine mandate for US businesses
The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.
Fauci: Omicron may infect 'just about everybody' but vaccinated will still fare better
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the omicron variant will likely infect most Americans, but the risk of severe illness is “very, very low” among those vaccinated and boosted.
Biden: US to make 1 billion at-home COVID-19 tests free for Americans
President Joe Biden directed his team to double its procurement of at-home COVID-19 tests to be delivered for free to Americans, along with N95 masks.
Cannabis compounds prevent coronavirus from entering human cells: Oregon State University study
According to a study from researchers at OSU, cannabis compounds show the ability to prevent the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.
Army has relieved six active-duty leaders, including two battalion commanders, for refusing vaccine
But the service so far has not involuntarily discharged any soldiers solely for refusing the vaccine
US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.