FDA panel backs COVID-19 boosters only for elderly or high-risk Americans
A federal advisory panel endorsed a plan to give Pfizer booster shots against COVID-19 to those who are 65 or older or run a risk of severe disease after rejecting a plan to give extra shots to most Americans.
FDA advisory panel rejects widespread Pfizer booster shots
A federal advisory panel endorsed a plan to give Pfizer booster shots against COVID-19 to those who are 65 or older or run a risk of severe disease after rejecting a plan to give extra shots to most Americans.
NYC restaurant host attacked over vaccine status request
A New York City restaurant host was assaulted by three women from Texas after she asked for proof they had been vaccinated against COVID-19, police said.
Can kids be harmed wearing masks to protect against COVID?
Claims are circulating on social media and elsewhere that masks cause harm to kids' health.
Virus updates: Idaho expands rationing statewide as hospitalizations surge; FDA preps for booster debate
Idaho, one of the nation's least vaccinated states, has expanded health care rationing. The FDA strikes a cautious tone ahead of its vaccine booster debate. Get the latest.
White House offers Nicki Minaj call to answer vaccine questions
The offer came after the rapper's erroneous tweet alleging the vaccine causes impotence went viral.
Joplin cardiologist sees COVID survivors recover from long-term cardiovascular health issues
A Joplin cardiologist says many who have had long-term cardiovascular related symptoms after recovering from COVID-19 are recovering from those symptoms as well. But for a Joplin resident who tested positive in November, 2020, that may not be the case.
Freeman location briefly shutdown due to staffing issues
PITTSBURG, Kan. -- Freeman Health System's Webb City urgent care location was forced to shut down Tuesday, September 14, because it was understaffed. Freeman CEO Paula Baker says…
As COVID-19 vaccine mandates rise, religious exemptions grow
Religious objections, once used sparingly around the country to get exempted from various required vaccines, are becoming a much more widely used loophole against the COVID-19 shot.
Illinois woman’s obituary blames unvaccinated for her COVID-19 death
Candace Ayers' obituary says she "was vaccinated but was infected by others who chose not to be. The cost was her life."
1 in every 500 Americans have died of COVID-19. See the latest numbers.
The U.S. has reached another grim COVID-19 milestone: 1 in 500 Americans have died from the virus. Track the latest numbers here.
Dollar General locations added to Kansas vaccine incentive program
TOPEKA, Kan - The State of Kansas has added Dollar General locations to the vaccine incentive program. Anyone who gets a vaccine at a participating Dillons or Dollar General location will receive a $50 gift card for each dose. There…
"COVID-somnia": What it is, and how you could get more sleep if it's impacting you
Insomnia is on the rise in every age group amid the pandemic. According to the National Institutes of Health, 40 percent of people have had some kind of sleep problem during the pandemic. Here's some things you could try to get some more sleep.
Modern elbow replacements offer reliable solution for many
Elbow replacement reportedly has led to complications more often than other joint replacements. But modern elbow replacements are reliable for many.
Acne can pose unique challenges in people with darker skin
Acne affects millions of Americans each year and affects people of all skin tones, yet acne can pose special challenges in people with darker skin.
Rita J. Bicknell Family Health Center opens in Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kan. -- The Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas now has a second location in Pittsburg. The Rita J. Bicknell Family…
