Pope Francis visits hospital for tests as he battles the flu
The Vatican says Pope Francis was taken to a Rome hospital "for some diagnostic tests" as he fights the flu.
The Vatican says Pope Francis was taken to a Rome hospital "for some diagnostic tests" as he fights the flu.
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
As seasonal virus activity surges across the United States, experts stress the importance of preventive measures – such as masking and vaccination – and the value of treatment for those who do get sick.
Experts say now is a good time to get vaccinated against COVID and flu ahead of your Thanksgiving holiday gathering.
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Health leaders say they’re anticipating a relatively normal season, and the vaccine recipe is a good match.
Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID, RSV and the flu in the season ahead.
It's only June, but scientists in the US are already thinking about flu season. As always at this time of year, they're keeping a close eye on Australia, which saw an early start to its flu season.
The FDA's goal is to roll out the combo option by the following flu season.
The vaccine proved more effective than in previous seasons at preventing hospitalizations and emergency room visits.
Symptoms for dog flu include a cough, runny nose, fever and reduced appetite, according to the CDC.
Symptoms for dog flu include a cough, runny nose, fever and reduced appetite, according to the CDC.
Officials say they have recorded the first two flu deaths of people under the age of 65 in Stanislaus County this season.
With days before Christmas, and the holiday season well underway, flu cases are higher this year compared to the last two years and health experts say the number of people who have received their flu shot is lower.
As area hospitals see a rise in cold and flu cases among children, some parents are finding empty shelves for certain medications.
A chill is in the air, and you all know what that means — it's time for cold and flu season, when it seems everyone you know is suddenly sneezing, sniffling or worse. It's almost as if those pesky cold and flu germs whirl in with the first blast of winter weather.
As fingers are crossed that RSV has hit its peak, California is seeing high flu activity, among the worst in the United States, according to the CDC, which classifies the state's flu transmission as "very high."
A potential perfect storm of three viruses: COVID-19, the flu and RSV.
Thanksgiving is almost here and this holiday season will feel like a return to normalcy for many families. But health experts say they don't want people to be too quick to move on from some health precautions as other viruses like RSV and flu are making a big comeback.
A recent surge in flu and RSV cases, combined with COVID infections, could be a major recipe for concern this holiday season. Doctors warn that Thanksgiving gatherings may drive a spike in more illnesses if preventative measures aren't taken.
A long-projected wave of respiratory illnesses has arrived in California.
California health officials reported the season's first death from flu and Respiratory Syncytial Virus in a child under 5 years of age, as the nation sees a surge in respiratory viruses heading into winter.
Doctors say RSV cases arrived in the fall earlier in the season than expected in the state.
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
A grocery store in south Sacramento is closed due to a hazardous materials leak.
Harvey Weinstein, 72, appealed his conviction for sexually assaulting a model actress in a Los Angeles hotel room over a decade ago.
The state visit began with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, including a wreath-laying at France's tomb of the unknown soldier, and a military parade along the Champs-Élysées leading to the Élysée Palace.
Noa Argamani, 25, Almog Meir Jan, 21, Andrey Kozlov, 27, and 40-year-old Shlomi Ziv were all kidnapped at the Nova music festival.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
The Sacramento Pride Festival kicks off on Saturday along Capitol Mall. This year's event will bring live music, drag shows, bingo, painting and a lot more.
A 3-year-old the CHP said was abducted in Nevada County on Friday was found uninjured in a steep river canyon, the sheriff's office said.
Following a tripled-digit heat wave this week, Nevada County officials warn that snow is rapidly melting into area rivers, causing them to run much faster and colder than people might expect.
A grocery store in south Sacramento is closed due to a hazardous materials leak.
Harvey Weinstein, 72, appealed his conviction for sexually assaulting a model actress in a Los Angeles hotel room over a decade ago.
Sacramento police believe Isabel Gallego is the victim of human trafficking and are now looking for someone in connection with her disappearance.
Sacramento leaders are celebrating the city's latest point-in-time count that shows a dramatic drop in the number of people living on the streets. However, some advocacy groups say the numbers are hard to believe.
The suspect in the deadly beating of a bail bonds employee in Downtown Sacramento was arraigned in court on Wednesday.
The Sacramento Police Department identified the man killed after an assault on I Street downtown as 56-year-old Kevin Brace, a long-time employee of Greg Padilla Bail Bonds.
Sacramento Mayor Pro Tem and District 3 Councilwoman Karina Talamantes is speaking out on the encroachment issue in south Natomas that CBS13 uncovered two weeks ago.
A new statewide program to crack down on organized retail theft in California appears to be working.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a fierce response Wednesday in the wake of U.S. Senate Republicans blocking legislation protecting access to contraception nationwide.
As insurance companies drop more California homeowners over the state's fire risk, some are predicting the next crisis is a drop in home values.
A recent study by the nonprofit Physicians for a Healthy California reveals a growing number of minority female doctors are feeling burned out and leaving their field of work.
Pro-Palestinian protesters who created an encampment and blocked entrances to University of California, Santa Cruz campus buildings were forcibly removed Friday morning and many arrested, a university spokesperson said.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
JJ Bleday hit the first pitch of the ninth inning to give the A's a 2-1 victory over the Blue Jays Friday night.
The San Francisco Giants beat the Texas Rangers 5-2 on Friday night.
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The state visit began with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, including a wreath-laying at France's tomb of the unknown soldier, and a military parade along the Champs-Élysées leading to the Élysée Palace.
A new California law aimed at ending so-called "junk fees" on purchases could face changes after facing pushback from the state's bars and restaurants.
President Biden had a beautiful and historic backdrop for his speech in France to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
The judge presiding over David DePape's state trial in the hammer attack on Paul Pelosi during a 2022 home invasion on Thursday dismissed multiple charges including attempted murder, according to the court.
If UFOs turn out to be "cutting-edge secret weapons or spying drones in disguise, they can pose a significant threat," one lawmaker said.
The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year.
The FDA said "additional review" and court cases led it to roll back the ban.
Consumer Reports found concerning levels of lead in two popular brands of veggie puff snacks, while another brand fared better.
FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application.
Halsey said she's "lucky to be alive" in an Instagram post featuring "The End," the first track off their next album.
Popular restaurant chain Rubio's Coastal Grill announced it was shuttering dozens of locations across the state, and now employees say they are having trouble cashing their final paychecks.
As insurance companies drop more California homeowners over the state's fire risk, some are predicting the next crisis is a drop in home values.
Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed.
The town of Loomis geared up for a major grand opening with Thursday marking the official opening of a new Costco.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol.
They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting.
As insurance companies drop more California homeowners over the state's fire risk, some are predicting the next crisis is a drop in home values.
The majority of Americans can't afford an emergency expense of a thousand dollars. We looked for a fun way to start saving.
Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
A national scam involving panhandling is now reaching streets in Northern California.
The Corral Fire has prompted homeowners in a Tracy neighborhood to call on city leaders and developers to expand the number of entry and exit points to their neighborhood in case of emergency.
Some of the fire engines that are assigned to the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County traveled more than 100 miles.
Crews late Monday afternoon responded to another vegetation fire burning just northwest of the Corral Fire, which scorched more than 14,000 acres near Tracy over the weekend.
One home has been deemed a total loss in the Corral Fire and one neighbor said he and another neighbor, tried to save it.
Containment of the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County reached 100% on Thursday evening as all evacuation warnings expired Monday evening.
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.
Meet Frannie the dog, Instagram's newest fitness influencer.
A Yuba City mom started a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities after finding her 11-year-old son with Down Syndrome didn't have anywhere to play.
A Sacramento nonprofit is teaming up with a local credit union to give back so seniors can safely do basic tasks like bathing or exercising. Those lending a helping hand are also a group of seniors.
Kaleigh Marie is a professional horse trainer and uses a unique method of training that doesn't require any ropes, whips or reins.
Following a tripled-digit heat wave this week, Nevada County officials warn that snow is rapidly melting into area rivers, causing them to run much faster and colder than people might expect.
People in Downtown Sacramento say they generally feel safe despite a violent crime taking place earlier this week.
In this segment of The Answer, we dig into how the color of a child's swimsuit can increase water safety.
Sky River Casino announced plans on Friday that they plan to add new a hotel, pool and event space.