Health

Mexico City Mayor Promises Financial Support as Lockdown Begins

Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum promises that the government will provide financial support to businesses that will be affected by a three-week lockdown.
COVID-19 Home Test: Here's How Much It Costs, Where You Can Get One

COVID-19 Home Test: Here's How Much It Costs, Where You Can Get One

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized another COVID-19 home test on Wednesday. (Photo : Octavio Jones/Getty Images) A healthcare worker administers a coronavirus test to a patient at the Lee Davis Community Resource Center on June 25, 2020 in Tampa, Florida.
After Pfizer, FDA Clears Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine for Use

After Pfizer, FDA Clears Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine for Use

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has formally authorized Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use on Friday.
Pence, Top Congressional Leaders Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

Pence, Top Congressional Leaders Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

Vice President Mike Pence and the House and Senate leaders have received their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday.
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Gets Key Endorsement From FDA Advisory Panel

Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Gets Key Endorsement From FDA Advisory Panel

A second vaccine is set to join the U.S. vaccination campaign after a government advisory panel endorsed Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday.
Vitamin D

Fact Check: Does Vitamin D Deficiency Account for Most COVID-19 Deaths?

An Instagram post claimed that Vitamin D deficiency may account for most COVID-19 deaths, but the claim was missing some necessary context.
Dr. Anthony Fauci

Fauci Tells Americans Not to Visit Their Children for Christmas

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert said this week his family will be celebrating Christmas separately this year, and urged other Americans to do the same.
U.S. Health Worker Reports Serious Allergic Reaction to Pfizer Vaccine

U.S. Health Worker Reports Serious Allergic Reaction to Pfizer Vaccine

A health worker in Alaska had a serious allergic reaction after getting the first dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday.
FDA Scientists Endorse Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use

FDA Scientists Endorse Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use

Scientists from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed biotech company Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use on Tuesday.
FACT CHECK: Will A COVID-19 Vaccination Be Mandatory Under Federal Law?

FACT CHECK: Will COVID-19 Vaccination Be Mandatory Under Federal Law?

A social media post said a federal law would require a COVID-19 vaccination for all, but the claim not true.
Majority of Latinos Are Skeptical About COVID-19 Vaccine, New Study Shows

Majority of Latinos Are Skeptical About COVID-19 Vaccine, New Study Shows

A new study revealed that the majority of Latinos and Blacks are still skeptical of the COVID-19 vaccine in terms of its safety and effectiveness.
Fact Check: Does COVID-19 Vaccine Really Contain Chips To Control, Track Recipients?

Fact Check: Does COVID-19 Vaccine Really Contain Chips To Control, Track Recipients?

Several videos on social media claimed that the COVID-19 vaccine might contain chips that track and control recipients. Vaccine distribution did involve chips, but what is it used for?
There Are Other Viruses Bats Carry That Might Cause Another Pandemic, Researchers Say

Bats Carry Other Viruses That May Trigger Another Pandemic, Experts Warn

Bats are known to carry coronaviruses that can cross over to humans and infect the general population.
US Health Care Workers Start to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Shots

US Health Care Workers Start to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Shots

Health care workers in the country are starting to receive COVID-19 shots on Monday with hopes that an all-out vaccination effort will curb the further spread of the coronavirus.
Dr. Anthony Fauci Testifies Before Senate On Federal Response To Pandemic

Fauci Predicts US Could Reach Herd Immunity by Late Spring, Early Summer

Dr. Anthony Fauci said Monday the U.S. could reach "herd immunity" by late spring or early summer next year as a COVID-19 vaccine starts rollout.
White House Staff Members Among to Be Vaccinated First, Report Says

White House Staff Members Among the First to Be Vaccinated, Report Says

White House staff members working in close quarters with U.S. President Donald Trump have been told that they are set to receive injections of the COVID-19 vaccine soon.
Coconut Oil Can Be Used for Newborn Babies’ Cradle Cap

Coconut Oil is Effective for Newborn Babies' Cradle Cap

Taking care of your newborn baby might be confusing, especially if you are a first-time mom. Taking care of your newborn baby might be confusing, especially if you are a first-time mom.
First COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments Reach Distribution Sites, Inoculation Could Start Monday

First COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments Reach Distribution Sites, Inoculations to Start Monday

The country has made strides in its COVID-19 vaccine effort over the weekend as vials of the long-anticipated shot made their way to distribution sites on Sunday.
Depression Among Children Skyrocket Under COVID-19 Lockdown, Study Says

Depression Among Children Skyrocket Under COVID-19 Lockdown, Study Says

Depression had increased significantly among children under lockdown, a new study from the University of Cambridge said.
Fact Check: Here’s the Truth About Pfizer Vaccine Side Effects and Deaths

FACT CHECK: Here's the Truth About Pfizer Vaccine Side Effects and Deaths

A post on Facebook claimed that the Pfizer vaccine has some serious negative side effects, and have led to six deaths during late-stage trials. These claims are partly false.