OSHA suspends enforcement of COVID-19 vaccine mandate amid legal challenges
OSHA said it is currently not taking steps to implement or enforce President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for big businesses as long as the mandate is tied up in court.
Rapid COVID-19 tests could bring reassurance for 2021 holiday gatherings, experts say
At-home rapid COVID-19 tests could help make a family’s Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering safer when combined with vaccination, experts say.
NFL heightens COVID-19 protocols amid rising cases, Thanksgiving
The league’s protocols were updated as a result of increasing rates of COVID-19 across the country.
US overdose deaths topped 100,000 in a year for 1st time, CDC says
An estimated 100,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in one year, topping deaths from car crashes, guns and even flu and pneumonia, CDC data shows.
Michigan, Minnesota report COVID-19 surge not seen in months
Hospitals in Michigan and Minnesota are reporting a wave of COVID-19 patients not seen in months. Beds are filling with unvaccinated people, and health care providers are warning that staff are being worn down by yet another surge.
Navy sailors who refuse COVID-19 vaccine will be discharged, face other administrative actions
Active-duty sailors had until Nov. 14 to get their last dose of the vaccine.
Biden's vaccine mandate for health care workers challenged by 2nd lawsuit
A second set of states filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers.
Pfizer asks FDA for emergency approval of COVID-19 pill, Paxlovid
Pfizer is submitting its experimental pill for COVID-19 for U.S. authorization, setting the stage for a likely launch of the promising therapy in coming weeks.
Times Square New Year's Eve countdown back in 2021
Vaccinated people will be allowed back into Times Square for the annual New Year's Eve countdown at the end of 2021. The ball dropped into nearly deserted streets last year due to the pandemic.
Arizona reports 3,240 additional COVID-19 cases, 83 more deaths
The latest figures reported by the Department of Health Services’ coronavirus dashboard to 1,220,433 cases and 21,736 deaths.
Pfizer signs deal to let other companies make its COVID-19 pill
Pfizer has signed a deal with a U.N.-backed group to allow other manufacturers to make its experimental COVID-19 pill in an effort to expand access.
Arizona AG sues Biden administration, again, over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers
Arizona's Attorney General filed yet another lawsuit against the Biden administration, this time over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers. He says the mandate impacts the well-being of those seeking care, as well as those providing it.
Multiple states open COVID-19 booster shots to all adults
Some states, along with New York City, are not waiting for U.S. health officials to approve COVID-19 booster shots for all adults out of concern of a possible winter surge.
COVID-19 cases in US jumped 26% over last 3 weeks, CDC data shows
Cases tapered off after the delta variant surged this summer, but newly rising cases could be a worrisome sign of what’s ahead this winter.
Houston Methodist suspends privileges of doctor accused of spreading COVID-19 misinformation
A Texas doctor who made claims about Ivermectin and shared her disagreement with vaccine mandates has lost her privileges at Houston Methodist.
Arizona reports 2,774 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths
The 2,774 additional cases reported on Nov. 15 by the Department of Health Services’ coronavirus dashboard raised the state’s pandemic total to 1,217,193 cases. The number of known deaths remains at 21,653.
Food banks struggling amid supply chain crisis
Supply chain issues have been causing problems for businesses and organizations, and that coupled with rising inflation is putting a strain on food banks. As a result, officials with St. Mary's Food Bank in Phoenix say more donations are needed ahead of the holiday season. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the story.
New Home for the Holidays: Volunteers renovate Gilbert family's house after father was in ICU
Rise Real Estate has spent the last few years renovating Phoenix area homes of families who are in need of a major turnaround during tough moments in their lives. This year, she helped the Smiths, a family of four in Gilbert.
Democrats ask Biden to require vaccines, negative COVID-19 test for domestic flights
Lawmakers hope to have this implemented ahead of the holiday season to reduce the chances of America suffering another brutal winter surge.
Arizona reports 3,086 more COVID-19 cases and 2 more deaths
Health officials in Arizona reported more than 3,000 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases as virus-related hospitalizations remained near peaks seen during the autumn surge.