California, western states OK resuming use of Johnson & Johnson

The governors of California, Washington, Oregon and Nevada concluded on Saturday that the use of the Johnson & Johnson  COVID-19 vaccine is safe and should resume in the western states.

Mesa event focuses on vaccinating Asian, Pacific Islander communities

A vaccination drive was held at the AZ International Marketplace on April 23 and 24 in an effort to provide the COVID-19 shot to the Asian and Pacific Islander community.

Medical expert says reported Arizona COVID-19 deaths are likely much higher

Questions are being raised about the number of reported COVID-19 deaths in Arizona. As of April 24, the state has recorded more than 17,000 deaths caused by COVID-19, but some health experts say the number may be much higher.

April 24 marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
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April 24 marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a day to help prevent unused medication from playing a role in drug addictions and overdoses. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

ZooTampa may begin vaccinating animals against COVID-19 this summer or fall

With three vaccines authorized by the FDA for emergency use in humans, getting some relief from the coronavirus pandemic seems within reach, but how does that translate to animals?

Romanian teen underwent surgery for rare condition in Phoenix

15-year-old Stefan Pascu was facing the possibility of full paralysis. His condition only affects 20 people out of a million. The condition caused hemorrhaging, and left half of Stefan's body weak.

Man gets life-saving transplant at Scottsdale hospital months after surgery was called off

David Capehart was originally supposed to get a liver transplant in December 2020, but the surgery was called off due to lack of hospital bed for post-transplant recovery. Months later, Capehart says he finally received his second chance at life. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.

Arizona Department of Health Services recommends resuming use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

Following a similar decision by federal health officials, the Arizona Department of Health Services announced on Friday that the use of Johnson and Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine should be resumed by providers.

Johnson & Johnson vaccine: CDC lifts suspension amid blood clot concerns

Advisers to the CDC said Friday that it’s time to resume use of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, despite a very rare risk of blood clots.

Arizona closes COVID-19 vaccine site at State Farm Stadium in move to indoor venues

The last COVID-19 vaccine was given out on Friday at the State Farm Stadium site, as vaccine sites are being moved indoors ahead of the hot Arizona summer.

CDC study: Unvaccinated worker started COVID-19 outbreak in nursing home among mostly vaccinated residents

An unvaccinated health care worker set off a COVID-19 outbreak at a nursing home in Kentucky where the vast majority of residents had been already vaccinated, according to a CDC study.

Moderna CEO: COVID-19 vaccine surplus possible in 2022

Moderna Inc. said Friday that the company is on track to produce 1 billion doses of its COVID-19 vaccine this year, and there could be an oversupply in 2022.

Global study suggests pregnant women who get COVID-19 have higher risk of complications, death

A large study involving hundreds of woman around the world suggests that those who get COVID-19 during pregnancy have higher risks for death, the need for intensive care, preterm birth and other complications.

California man imprisoned for 15 years set free after new research on shaken-baby syndrome

Clifton Jones’ defense had argued the child died after an accidental trip-and-fall in their Sacramento home. Jones tripped over a shoe, and unable to break his stumble, he and his son fell into a wall, causing the baby to hit the back of his head, ultimately leading to his death, they had argued.