Child care a major factor in women leaving jobs during the pandemic
Women are struggling to stay in the workforce during the pandemic, amid layoffs and few affordable child care options.
Coronavirus Pandemic
Texas Rangers allowing 100% capacity at stadium for opening day
After opening day, the Rangers will switch to a system where certain sections will allow for "distanced seating."
House approves $1.9 trillion COVID relief package, sending bill to Biden's desk
The president will sign the massive bill into law on Friday, the White House said.
Texas AG threatens to sue Austin officials over local mask mandates
Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order last week to lift the statewide mask mandate, despite warnings from health officials about reopening prematurely.
Biden to memorialize COVID losses and offer vision of "what comes next"
The president is marking the one-year anniversary of the adoption of COVID-19 public health restrictions with his first prime-time address.
Lifeline for restaurants included in pandemic relief package
Billions in federal aid is "going to keep doors open," advocates for the embattled industry say.
Biden announces 100 million more Johnson & Johnson vaccine doses
Mr. Biden is expected to announce the order during an event with the heads of Johnson & Johnson and Merck.
COVID cases in New York group homes under scrutiny
"You can tell the good of a government or a society about how they treat the most vulnerable members, and we're not doing so well right now," says Maria McFadden Maffucci, whose son has developmental disabilities.
70% of employees want workplaces vaccinated before returning
Some employees are so adamant about vaccine requirements they might quit jobs before mingling with unvaccinated people.
Outsider companies that made PPE, one year later
From automaker Ford to local boutique distilleries — all heeded the call to fill in PPE shortages that emerged a year ago.
Asian-American man left brain dead by robbery, assault in Oakland
Authorities announced an arrest in the case but say it's not clear whether the attack was racially motivated.
"K-shaped" recovery shows pandemic's uneven impact on people
About half of Americans say they've experienced at least one form of household income loss during the pandemic.
House readies final vote on $1.9 trillion COVID relief package
The bill passed a procedural vote on Tuesday by a vote of 219-210, clearing the way for a final vote that is expected Wednesday morning.
Alaska becomes first state to open COVID vaccines to almost all
Anyone 16 or older who lives or works in Alaska can now get inoculated there. It comes with the summer tourist season looming.
Fear among health officials of variant spread as Texas reopens
Businesses and restaurants can reopen at 100% capacity and mask mandates will be lifted.
California program allows residents to get vaccinated by volunteering
Volunteer spaces are based by clinic and only available as needed.
Cuomo announces more people eligible for vaccines amid probes
Governor Andrew Cuomo is facing a harassment investigation, and federal prosecutors are looking into his administration's handling of nursing homes.
Travel groups ask U.S. to lead "virus passport" development
However, the industry groups said vaccination should not be a requirement for domestic or international travel.
COVID-19 relief bill would bring health cost savings to millions of people
With the bill, a 64-year-old making $19,300 would pay no premiums for a standard health care plan.
Stockton experiment shows guaranteed income works, analysis says
A $500-per-month stipend helped recipients secure full-time jobs, be better parents and partners, and improve their health.
Hundreds of thousands of motorcyclists flock to Florida for Bike Week
The Naked Cowboy was arrested at the event, which is pushing forward as planned amid the pandemic.
Tokyo Olympics to go ahead, but no foreign fans allowed
Spectators from outside Japan reportedly won't be admitted amid deep concerns among the country's citizens over the coronavirus' spread abroad.
LeBron James says decision on if he will get vaccine is "private"
"That's a conversation that my family and I will have," the Lakers star says.
Spring break could be "perfect storm" for COVID-19, doctor warns
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of a possible spring surge as some states relax pandemic-related health restrictions.
Harris announces funding to address racial gaps in COVID response
The grants will go to to community organizations that work to address gaps in the response to COVID-19, according to a government official.
HealthWatch
Clinical trial helps treat woman's "insufferable pain" from sunlight
Book excerpt: "Narratives" by Nancy Colier
Patient dies by suicide after "insurance issue" delayed medicine
I tested America.gov, the government's AI chatbot, on health questions
Women face a "diagnostic odyssey" at the doctor. This plan aims to help.
Oregon eyes nation's first single-payer healthcare system. Will it work?
Severely disabled toddler euthanized in the Netherlands under new rules
Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
