COVID-19 vaccine boosters likely needed every 9 to 12 months, Moderna president says

Moderna’s CEO said the coronavirus is “not going away,” and the president of the company said its vaccine will likely require a booster shot within a year.

India shatters record, reports more than 412K new COVID-19 cases in 1 day

On Thursday, the number of new confirmed coronavirus cases breached 400,000 for the second time in India since the devastating surge began last month.

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine appears safe, 96% effective in teens 12-17

Recent data from an ongoing trial of Moderna’s vaccine in teenagers found that it was 96% effective against COVID-19, and no serious safety concerns were present, according to the company.

IRS delivers another batch of $1,400 stimulus checks: Here's who received them

The IRS will issue an eighth batch of stimulus checks this week, delivering payments to another 1.1 million Americans as part of President Biden's $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan.

Pfizer, BioNtech donating vaccines for Olympic athletes

Vaccine developers Pfizer and BioNTech are donating doses to inoculate athletes and officials preparing for the Tokyo Olympics.

New IHME study says COVID-19 has caused over 905,000 deaths in U.S., 6.9 million deaths globally

Updated analysis by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington School of Medicine found that COVID-19 deaths are significantly underreported in almost every country.

Chandler wellness center offers coffee, self-care, childcare
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It sounds like a dream -- massage, manicures, and mochas. FOX 10's Anita Roman checks out Modern Allo, a wellness and self-care center in Chandler.

LA Pride Parade and Festival going virtual for second year in a row

This year's LA Pride Parade and Festival is going virtual for the second year in a row due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

In new pandemic low, unemployment numbers fall to 498,000

The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 498,000, the lowest point since the viral pandemic struck 14 months ago and a sign of the job market’s growing strength as businesses reopen and consumers step up spending.

All Florida public universities expected to be full capacity this fall

The State University System of Florida announced that all 12 public universities in the Sunshine State can return to pre-pandemic operations for academics, social activities, and sports.

Woman from Mali, who expected 7 babies, gives birth to 9

Mali’s Ministry of Health says a Malian woman has given birth to nine babies after only expecting seven.

Arizona hospitality group offers free college tuition for employees

A Yavapai County hospitality group is offering a free college education to incentivize current and future employees as it's been tough getting new people to join the team.

National Nurses Week: Restaurants, brands offer freebies and discounts

As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.

ValleyWise Health sees increase in COVID-19 cases despite increasing vaccination numbers

Officials with ValleyWise Health say as of May 5, there are 18 people in their ICU due to COVID-19, compared with just five at the end of April. Ventilator use, meanwhile, has also increased.

Detroit going door-to-door to promote vaccines

The city has knocked on 4,936 doors as teams fan out to six neighborhoods that have vaccine centers nearby.

NFL giving away Super Bowl LVI tickets to 50 fans vaccinated for COVID-19

Want a free ticket to the 2022 Super Bowl? You could snag one of 50 that the NFL is giving away for free — if you’re vaccinated against COVID-19.

US backs waiving intellectual property rights on COVID-19 vaccines

U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai said the country will support efforts to waive intellectual property protections on COVID-19 vaccines in an effort to end the pandemic.