U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Hospitals report more cases of parechovirus in infants: "This is not normal"
The CDC previously published a health alert warning of a potential increase in parechovirus infections of infants across the country.
CDC warns of deadly bacteria found in Mississippi soil after two residents sickened
Mississippi is the first state to spot the Burkholderia pseudomallei bacteria in its soil.
U.S. spots first monkeypox case in a pregnant woman as cases climb
While pregnant women are among those at the highest risk of severe disease, both mom and baby are "doing well" so far.
How is the BA.5 COVID-19 variant different from other strains?
Prior infections make clear answers tricky. Currently, the CDC estimates the BA.5 and BA.4 subvariants make up 95% of COVID cases in the U.S.
U.S. confirms first two cases of monkeypox in children
One case is in an infant who is a California resident and another is in a toddler who is not a U.S. resident, the CDC said.
What is Paxlovid? What to know about Pfizer's COVID pills
More than 2.7 million courses of Paxlovid pills have been used to date to treat COVID-19 across the country.
When will Novavax's vaccine be available, and how can I get it?
The Biden administration is warning states that only "limited supply" of the recently authorized vaccine will be available.
Long line forms in Northalsted District for monkeypox vaccine
The Chicago Department of Public Health offered monkeypox vaccinations at Steamworks Baths Chicago, 3246 N. Halsted St.
CDC recommends Novavax COVID vaccine after unanimous vote
Novavax says it plans to begin shipping its first doses for distribution "in the coming days."
Monkeypox: What we know about the outbreak, vaccinations and treatments
The Biden administration declared a public health emergency to help ramp up the federal response to monkeypox.
Fauci says he expects to retire by end of Biden's current term: "My time is running out"
The nation's top infectious disease scientist has acknowledged for months that he was weighing a potential retirement.