Short breaks may help brain learn new skills, NIH study says

Researchers studying brain activity at the NIH found that rest during an activity may strengthen a person’s ability to do the skill.

Father warns to take COVID seriously after wife hospitalized, forced to deliver baby at 29 weeks

A Fullerton father is warning other expecting parents to take COVID-19 seriously after his wife was hospitalized with a severe case of the virus while she was pregnant, causing them to deliver the baby by C-Section at just 29 weeks.

Two vaccine lottery winners forfeit $50K, California officials move on to find alternates

Two vaccinated California residents who won $50,000 in a state lottery never came forward and therefore, forfeited a $50,000 prize, state health officials said, prompting them to seek a new pair of winners.

U.S. vaccine surplus grows by the day; expiration dates loom

The U.S. is confronted with an ever-growing surplus of COVID-19 vaccines, looming expiration dates and stubbornly lagging demand at a time when the developing world is clamoring for doses to stem a rise in infections.

What are the signs, symptoms of Valley Fever?
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Valley Fever is a big problem in Arizona, especially in the summer where we have dust storms. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen speaks with Dr. Hatfield of the Hatfield Medical Facility to learn more.

FDA OKs just 10M J&J vaccine doses from troubled Baltimore plant

Two batches of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID vaccine manufactured at the troubled Baltimore plant have been authorized for use by the FDA. But many more must be thrown out.

12-year-old Arizona boy granted wish of mobility
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12-year-old Bert, an Arizona Boy Scout, has muscular dystrophy and his current wheelchair limits the number of things to do. But thanks to Make-A-Wish Arizona, that's about to change. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has the details.

CDC: Heart inflammation in young males higher than expected after COVID-19 vaccine

The CDC said reports of heart inflammation after the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in male teens and young adults are higher than expected.

FDA advisor says it’s ‘silly’ not to vaccinate children for COVID-19

Dr. Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and advisor to the FDA said it’s “silly” not to vaccinate children against COVID-19 during a vaccine advisory committee.

CDC issues health advisory of increased RSV across southern US

RSV is primarily spread via respiratory droplets when a person coughs or sneezes, and through direct contact with a contaminated surface. RSV can be associated with severe disease in young children and older adults.

2 test positive for COVID-19 on 1st fully vaccinated Celebrity cruise

Two people on a fully vaccinated Celebrity Millennium cruise are isolating aboard the ship after testing positive for COVID-19.

Studies suggest serious COVID-19 infection can lead to diabetes

Two recent studies suggest the virus that causes COVID-19 can target and damage the body’s cells that produce insulin, a vital hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body.

Some guy in California named Tony is $50K richer because he got vaccinated

“It’s been a rough year, a year and a half, for me and everyone else out there,” Tony said of winning California's vaccine lottery. “So it’s nice to have this extra money come in.”

COVID-19 vaccines: Biden asks world leaders to join US in donating doses

President Joe Biden is calling on global leaders to follow his lead in sharing coronavirus vaccines with struggling nations around the world.

Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show to return, full-scale

A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.

US weekly unemployment claims fall to 376,000, sixth straight drop

The number of Americans claiming unemployment benefits fell for the sixth straight week as the U.S. economy reopens rapidly from pandemic woes.