Florida COVID-19 deaths top 73,00
More than 73,000 Florida residents have died of COVID-19 since the pandemic started in early 2020, according to a report issued Friday by the state Department of Health.
Florida's COVID-19 hospitalizations drop below 1,300
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services posted data Thursday that showed fewer than 1,300 Florida hospital inpatients had COVID-19, continuing a steady decrease.
Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6; will seek federal approval
Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers the company announced Wednesday -- and if regulators agree it could mean a chance to finally start vaccinating the littlest kids by summer.
Hillary Clinton tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
“Well, I've tested positive for COVID," Clinton tweeted.
Pizza from a vending machine? St. Pete sports bar gets creative to combat worker shortage
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill in St. Pete has introduced a new vending machine that dispenses 12" pizzas. This is to help combat worker shortages brought on by the pandemic.
New COVID-19 variant popping up in Europe, Asia worries scientists of uptick in US
Scientists worry that a contagious coronavirus variant may soon push cases up in the United States just as it has in Europe and Asia.
Jen Psaki, White House press secretary, tests positive for COVID-19
Psaki said she recently had two socially-distant meetings with President Joe Biden, but he is not considered a "close contact" and has tested negative.
Ministry of hearts brings comfort to AdventHealth patients
It all started in a craft aisle and kept growing from there. Former AdventHealth employee Jim Stella started writing scriptures on wooden hearts for patients. It's a small gesture with a big impact
Disney Shanghai temporarily closes as China battles another COVID-19 surge
Disney guests who have been impacted will be provided a refund or exchange.
China reports first deaths from COVID-19 in more than a year
China’s health authorities have reported two COVID-19 deaths, the first since January 2021.
US Health Secretary Becerra warns of COVID-19 funds shortage as virus rebounds in Europe, Asia
Becerra also expressed concerns about cases rising among children as schools lift mask requirements.
Pfizer COVID antiviral: Dozens of companies to start making pill
Nearly three dozen companies in Asia, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Eastern Europe will soon start making either generic versions of Pfizer's coronavirus pill or the raw ingredients. This deal will make the antiviral nirmatrelvir, or Paxlovoid, available to more than half of the world's population.
Pain at the pump: Gas prices rising to levels not seen for over a decade; here's what you need to know
Gas prices, according to AAA officials, have risen to levels not seen for over a decade amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Here's what you need to know about the latest developments.
Doctors once said Sarasota Cirque du Soleil performer would be 'crippled for the rest of his life'
TTeven Del Monte beat the odds, being one of only 60 artists chosen from a worldwide pool of thousands to perform in the new Disney/Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life,” now at Disney Springs.
FEMA's funeral assistance aid for COVID-19 tops $2B, more eligible
The federal government has provided more than $2 billion to help cover funeral costs for more than 300,000 families of people who died from COVID-19.
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff tests positive for COVID-19, White House says
The White House says second gentleman Doug Emhoff has tested positive for COVID-19.
Pfizer seeks approval for 4th COVID-19 booster dose for seniors
Pfizer is expected to request authorization for a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose for seniors in a move to provide extra protection to the over-65 population that has been hit hardest by the pandemic.
3 COVID-19 tests recalled after FDA warns about ‘high risk’ of false results
LuSys Laboratories issued the recall this week for three of its COVID-19 tests. The FDA believes they were distributed for use in laboratories and for at-home testing.
France lifts most COVID-19 restrictions for unvaccinated
France is lifting most COVID-19 restrictions.
US public schools to stop serving free meals to all students once pandemic waiver expires
Public schools have been serving all students free meals during the COVID-19 pandemic, but that is likely coming to an end this summer after federal funding was not extended.