THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Netherlands confirmed 13 cases of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus and Australia found two on Sunday as the countries half a world apart became the latest to detect it in travelers arriving from southern Africa.
The latest on the new omicron variant: Two new cases confirmed in Britain as new restrictions are being placed on travel with each passing hour.
BRUSSELS (AP) — The discovery of a new coronavirus variant sent a chill through much of the world Friday as nations raced to halt air travel, markets fell sharply and scientists held emergency meetings to weigh the exact risks, which were largely unknown.
(AP) — Back in the spring, Pauline Criel and her cousins talked about reuniting for Thanksgiving at her home near Detroit after many painful months of seclusion because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union warned member countries Thursday that they risk undermining the 27-nation bloc’s COVID-19 travel and access certificate system with new restrictions that some are putting in place to try to thwart a surge in cases.
It's the first time the Europeans have cleared a COVID-19 vaccine for use in young children. Plus, the latest stats and your guide to staying safe this holiday season.
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The European Union's drug regulator on Thursday authorized Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine for use on children from 5 to 11 years old, clearing the way for shots to be administered to millions of elementary school pupils amid a new wave of infections sweeping across the continent.
Recent polls indicate more Americans plan to return to pre-pandemic Thanksgiving routines and are dropping many social distancing protocols — even as COVID-19 cases are still rising in large swaths of the country, particularly in the Midwest.
The late fall surge in coronavirus cases in Illinois has surpassed the peak of the late-summer wave just as the holidays approach.
Estimates show that from now to March 2022, vaccinating 5- to 11-year-olds would avert 430,000 COVID cases in the U.S. population if no new variant arose.
More than 90% of federal workers have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Monday's deadline set by President Joe Biden.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Monday said Chicago will reach her administration’s goal of getting 77% of the 12-and-older population at least partially vaccinated before Thanksgiving, hitting a marker her administration set earlier this fall.
The U.S. on Friday opened COVID-19 booster shots to all adults and took the extra step of urging people 50 and older to seek one, aiming to ward off a winter surge as coronavirus cases rise.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pfizer asked U.S. regulators Tuesday to authorize its experimental pill for COVID-19, setting the stage for a likely launch this winter of a promising treatment that can be taken at home.
Hospitals in Michigan and Minnesota on Tuesday reported a wave of COVID-19 patients not seen in months as beds were filled with unvaccinated people and health care leaders warned that staff were being worn down by yet another surge.
NEW YORK (AP) — An influential U.S. advisory panel will discuss expanding eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots to all adults Friday, a move that could make the shots available nationwide as early as this weekend.
Around 48 kids started their path to being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on Tuesday at McLean County Health Department’s second clinic for ages 5 to 11. The department held its first clinic on Nov. 9.
As the U.S. enters another pandemic-tinged holiday season, COVID-19 cases are rising once again, including in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Public Health continues to encourage vaccination as the best way to gather safely.
Mr. T, the star of classic 80s TV show 'The A-Team' and 'Rocky III', says " pity pain" as he reveals that he has got his third COVID-19 vaccine.
For many families, this Thanksgiving will represent a return to normalcy, thanks to COVID-19 vaccines.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot kicked off “Vaccination Awareness Day” Friday by getting her COVID-19 booster shot in front of cameras at a vaccine clinic at Michele Clark Magnet High School.
For many families, this Thanksgiving will represent a return to normalcy, thanks to COVID-19 vaccines.
The contagious delta variant is driving up COVID-19 hospitalizations in the Mountain West and fueling disruptive outbreaks in the North, a worrisome sign of what could be ahead this winter in the U.S.
Jackson County Health Department will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 19 and 20 in the Carbondale Civic Center for the sole purpose of administering booster doses of the Moderna vaccine.
Booster doses haven't eased the fears of some immunocompromised people.
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