Infectious Disease - Page 327

August 31, 2022

Berkeley to require students who have not received flu shot to mask up

The University of California, Berkeley, states on its website that students and staff who have not received the flu shot are required to wear masks on campus.

August 31, 2022

GA Gov. Brian Kemp is designating $250 million in federal COVID-19 relief to aid recreation in poor areas

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is designating $250 million for recreational improvements to poor neighborhoods. Grants will be for up to $2 million per project.

August 31, 2022

US life expectancy fell again in 2021, largely due to COVID-19

According to a recent government report, the national life expectancy in the U.S. fell for the second consecutive year in 2021. It dropped by nearly a year.

August 31, 2022

My challenge to states: send COVID-relief money back

As reckless government spending continues, it’s time that we force Washington to face reality and the debt hole they are digging.

August 31, 2022

Florida man pleads guilty to stealing more than $2.6 million in COVID-19 relief funds

A Florida man pleaded guilty to wire fraud, illegal monetary transaction, and possession of ammunition by a convicted felon after stealing $2.6 million in COVID-19 relief funds.

August 31, 2022

Europe set to receive new omicron-resistant COVID booster within days of approval

Europe will receive the new omicron-resistant COVID boosters just days after approval from the European Medicines Agency as omicron continues to spread.

August 31, 2022

FDA authorizes updated COVID-19 booster shots targeting omicron variant

The FDA announced Wednesday that it has authorized "updated boosters" that will offer "better protection against COVID-19 caused by the omicron variant."

August 31, 2022

Gov. Noem rips Biden administration's 'hypocrisy' on vaccine mandate as unvaccinated migrants flood border

Gov. Kristi Noem blasted President Biden's 'hypocrisy' on the vaccine mandate, calling his stance on the matter 'unbelievable' as he allows unvaccinated migrants into the U.S.

August 30, 2022

Unvaccinated NBA players and staff must take weekly COVID-19 test

The NBA sent out a memo on Tuesday saying that all unvaccinated players and staff members will be required to take a weekly COVID-19 test this season.

August 30, 2022

Ex-Levi exec who lost her job for criticizing school closures demands accountability as Dems admit mistakes

Former Levi brand executive Jennifer Sey said it's 'frustrating' to see Democrat leaders admit that school closures were a mistake after losing her job for speaking out on the issue.