Health officials warn that a rare polio-like disease affecting children continues to spread, growing to a suspected 127 cases in 22 states
Health officials warn that a rare polio-like disease affecting children continues to spread, growing to a suspected 127 cases in 22 states.....»»
The Margin: What parents should know about the mysterious coronavirus-related disease affecting children: pediatric multisystem inflammatory syndrome
Health officials are investigating 110 cases in New York, where three children have died from the Kawasaki-like illness.....»»
Every State’s Number of At-Risk Adults in the Coronavirus Pandemic
As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 continues to increase in the United States, health organizations and government officials are continuing to warn the most at-risk populations, urging them........»»
Rare Polio-Like Disease Hits Children In 16 States
Children's hospitals across the country are reporting the spread of a rare polio-like illness which has affected 38 peo.....»»
CDC Task Force Assembled To Address Polio-Like Disease; Hundreds Stricken
The CDC has assembled a task force to address a rare polio-like disease which has affected hundreds of children across 29 states. A total of 106 cases of Acute Flaccid .....»»
Top health officials warn decline in COVID-19 cases is "stalling" and that now is not the time to lift restrictions
The head of the CDC warned cases could be leveling off at a "very high number," as governors have already begun lifting restrictions in some states. D.....»»
Ways your blood donation could help to save a life
As the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak continues to spread rapidly across the United States, our nation is facing a critical blood shortage affecting thousands of individuals who rely on blood donations to survive. What can you do t.....»»
Census 2020 is a pressing health care issue
For government officials, health care providers, adult children of older parents and just about every other person in the United States, the most pressing concern of the day is the spread of the... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
Certain health conditions can increase the risk of severe disease from the coronavirus — here"s what to watch out for
Crystal Cox/Business Insider As the novel coronavirus continues to spread, growing concer.....»»
State activates emergency center in response to coronavirus
Pennsylvania officials announced Wednesday it has activated the Department of Health's Emergency Operations Center and updated response plans as concern grows about potential spread of the COVID-19 virus in the United States. There have been no cases ye.....»»
As coronavirus infections exceed 20,000, here’s how it spread so rapidly
Health officials in New York City are treating three suspected cases of coronavirus......»»
CDC Confirms 116 Cases of Rare Polio-Like Condition AFM in 31 States
The illness can lead to paralysis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed 116 cases this year of acute flaccid myelitis, a rare polio-like condition that can l.....»»
Top disease expert says US in the "eye of the hurricane" as COVID cases decline amid growing concern over spread of UK variant
Osterholm warned about the highly contagious B.1.1.7 variant of the virus that was first discovered in the UK and has "wreak.....»»
Real and dangerous: As pandemic surges unabated, Arizona officials warn of Covid-19 fatigue
WASHINGTON – The numbers can be numbing. And that’s exactly what health officials fear. More than a half-million Arizonans have contracted Covid-19 and more than 9,000 have died from it so far, according to state data. The disease is surgi.....»»
Real and dangerous: As pandemic surges, Arizona officials warn of Covid-19 fatigue
WASHINGTON – The numbers can be numbing. And that’s exactly what health officials fear. More than a half-million Arizonans have contracted Covid-19 and more than 8,700 have died from it so far, according to state data. The disease is surgi.....»»
Can I Be Required To Get Vaccinated Against Covid-19?
As U.S. officials began distributing the first doses of authorized Covid-19 vaccines, some health experts worried that too few people would take them for the immunization campaign to stop the spread of the disease......»»
States Where the Virus is Growing the Fastest Right Now
As of May 6, more than 1.2 million cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the United States, and more than 75,000 people have died from the disease. Both the confirmed cases and deaths in the U.S.........»»
Duke lands $50 million to focus on protection for health care workers
As the number of cases of COVID-19 continues to rise across the nation, a Durham contract research organization has been tapped to lead a $50 million federal study focused on protecting health care workers from the disease. On Wednesday, Duke Clinica.....»»
UAB launches new site to identify COVID-19 hot spots, improve rural disease tracking
Experts at UAB have launched a website that will both help residents keep up with their health during the pandemic and view any potential community spread. A new website, HelpBeatCOVID19.org, will provide public health officials insight into unders.....»»
Coronavirus news: Philadelphia reports 360 new cases; SEPTA implements max capacity
The spread of the COVID-19 strain of the coronavirus continues to impact global markets, U.S. industries and Philadelphia-area businesses. Here's a look at recent coronavirus-related reports – including updates on canceled events, health advisories.....»»
New Yorkers are fleeing the city to escape the coronavirus, but health officials worry it could worsen outbreaks elsewhere
Dan Kitwood / Getty Images Many residents have left New York City, now the epicenter of coronavirus cases in the United States, for smaller towns. Health experts are concerned t.....»»