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.
Is omicron peaking? Dr. Ala Stanford weighs in
Dr. Ala Stanford discusses the latest COVID-19 headlines, including recent discussion on whether or not the omicron variant is finally peaking.
Omicron could be headed for a rapid drop in Britain, US
Scientists are seeing signals that COVID-19′s alarming omicron wave may have peaked in Britain and is about to do the same in the U.S., at which point cases may start dropping off dramatically.
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.
West Virginia governor gets antibody treatment after COVID-19 diagnosis
Governor Jim Justice of West Virginia said he felt "extremely unwell" after testing positive.
CDC director on face-covering guidance: ‘Any mask is better than no mask’
The CDC is still mulling over whether to recommend higher quality face masks amid the recent surge in COVID-19 cases from the highly contagious omicron variant.
How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges
At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.
Wolf: Vaccine is strategy to fight COVID-19, not more shutdowns
The Wolf administration said Tuesday it has no plans to pursue another COVID-19 emergency declaration, or attempt to impose new statewide restrictions or vaccine mandates in response to the spread of the omicron variant.
Murphy balances omicron spread with moving ahead in second term
New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his fourth state of the state address, saying he would declare a public health emergency again in light of COVID-19's omicron variant.
Cold medicine shortage: COVID surge, flu season leading to empty shelves
Shoppers across DFW are encountering medicine shelves that are empty or close to it. One employee at an East Dallas pharmacy called it "the new toilet paper shortage.”
Delaware indoor mask mandate goes into effect on Tuesday
Democratic Gov. John Carney is ordering Delawareans to wear masks in indoor business settings and extending a mask requirement for schools and child care facilities.
Fauci Senate hearing on pandemic gets testy: ‘What a moron’
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. government’s top infectious disease expert, angrily accused Senator Rand Paul of making false accusations that are leading to threats against him -- all to raise political cash.
Health officials let COVID-infected nurses and healthcare workers keep working
California health authorities announced over the weekend that hospital staff members who test positive but are symptom-free can continue working. Some hospitals in Rhode Island and Arizona have likewise told employees they can stay on the job if they have no symptoms or just mild ones.
Philadelphia families grapple with unpredictable school schedule amid COVID spike
School schedules have become unpredictable for Philadelphia students as the ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases has forced the district to jostle schools between in-person and remote learning.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia updates COVID-19 school guidelines
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has new guidelines for grade school in-person learning.
Pfizer: Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine human trials to begin late January
Pfizer confirmed it plans to start human trials of its omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine later this month, potentially making it available to the public as soon as March.
New Jersey's school, daycare mask requirement to stay in effect
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy says the state's mandate for masks as a COVID-19 precaution in schools and daycares will remain in effect despite a looming expiration of the requirement.
Private insurers to cover home COVID-19 tests starting Saturday
Under the new policy, Americans will be able to either purchase home testing kits for free under their insurance or submit receipts for the tests for reimbursement, up to the monthly per-person limit.
Dozens of Philadelphia schools move virtual next week as COVID staffing issues persist
The School District of Philadelphia on Sunday announced that dozens of schools will move to virtual learning for the second week of the new year as educators continue to grapple with the virus-related staffing issues.