Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients

Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.

Parents express their worries over latest COVID-19 surge as students return to school

As more students head back to class, some doctors are worried that it could result in an increase in COVID-19 cases. In some districts, kids have already been exposed to COVID-19.

Embry Health looks to fill open positions amid COVID-19 surge in Arizona
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As the delta variant continues to spread across the country, Arizona is seeing a surge of testing for the virus. Embry Health has been offering testing throughout the pandemic and with the recent increase in cases, they are in need of more staff. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the story.

Florida mother dies from COVID-19 days after giving birth

A West Melbourne family is going through unimaginable heartbreak after a woman gave birth and then died shortly after due to COVID-19.

Navajo Nation reports 6 COVID deaths; 1st deaths in 9 days

Based on cases from July 23 to Aug. 5, the Navajo Department of Health issued a health advisory notice for 19 communities due to uncontrolled spread of COVID-19.

All Arizona public universities are recommending mask use as start of new school year nears

Officials with two of the Arizona's public universities are recommending students get vaccinated against COVID-19, as well as recommending mask use, as a new school year is set to get underway.

France mandates COVID-19 pass to enter restaurants, trains

The measure is part of a government plan to encourage more people to get a COVID-19 vaccine shot and slow down a surge in infections.

Chances of heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccine are slim, study finds

A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.

Washington announces COVID vaccine mandate for state workers, health care providers

Most state workers in Washington, as well as private health care and long-term care employees, will be required to show proof of vaccination for COVID-19 by Oc. 18 or will lose their jobs, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Monday.

Georgia couple dies of COVID-19 hours of each other

A Georgia couple died from the coronavirus within hours of each other, leaving behind two teenagers. Their loved ones in Hampton now beg anyone who will listen to get the shot.