UK patient had COVID-19 for 505 days straight, study shows

Although persistent infections are rare, experts said there are many people with compromised immune systems who remain at risk of severe COVID-19.

CDC issues warning after puzzling outbreak of liver illness in kids

Health officials are still unclear how the kids became infected but are investigating a possible link between the adenovirus and the hepatitis infections.

Airlines to allow passengers banned over masks back on planes

Now that most airlines have made masks optional in the U.S., here's where the four largest stand on bringing back passengers who refused to wear them when they were required.

Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.

21 people charged with $150M in COVID-19 fraud, DOJ reports

The Justice Department announced Wednesday that 21 people have been charged in the past nine days as part of a nationwide enforcement push to root out those who exploit the pandemic through health care fraud schemes.

OSHA considers pulling Arizona’s work safety oversight

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is threatening to revoke federal approval of Arizona’s plan for monitoring and protecting employees.

Feeling blue? Belgian bluebells can help cure the pandemic blues

The famed bluebells are in bloom again at the Hallerbos in Belgium. Visitors can enjoy the flowers to take their mind off the pandemic and other issues in the world.

Majority of Americans want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll

The poll finds that despite opposition to the requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of Americans favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks.

Valley Metro: 'Masks are optional and no longer required for riders or employees'

The federal mask mandate for travelers has ended after a judge struck down the requirement, saying it was unlawful. Much of the focus has been on planes, but this also impacts other public transportation, such as buses and light rail.

Federal mask mandate appeal depends on CDC, Biden administration says

Major airlines and airports in places like Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City quickly switched to a mask-optional policy.

Mask mandates: Here's where face coverings are still enforced in public settings

A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.

CDC launches new center to forecast infectious diseases

The new U.S. government center aims to become the National Weather Service for infectious diseases.

Puzzling outbreak of liver disease in kids spreads to EU, US

Health officials say they have detected more cases of a mysterious liver disease in children that was first identified in Britain, with new infections spreading to Europe and the U.S.

Sky Harbor introduces 'Treat': A health and wellness concept for travelers
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A new shop at Phoenix's Sky Harbor airport is focusing on the health and wellness of travelers coming through. "Treat" can be found in the pre-security of terminal 4 next to the museum gallery. It's a new concept that offers services from illness testing to IV drip infusion therapy.

Sky Harbor: 'Face masks will no longer be required for employees and customers'

Officials with Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix say the COVID-19 mask mandate is no longer in effect on April 18 due to updated TSA guidelines.