FDA approves new nasal spray to treat migraine headaches in adults, Pfizer says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new nasal spray as a rapid treatment for migraine pain in adults.
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Pfizer study says updated COVID boosters rev up protection
Pfizer's updated COVID-19 booster significantly revved up adults' virus-fighting antibodies, the company said Friday, releasing early findings from a rigorous study of the new shots.
Federal officials prepare for end of free COVID vaccines as funds run dry
The federal budget for buying and distributing COVID-19 vaccines will run out "as early as January."
Updated COVID boosters targeting Omicron start rolling out
Federal health officials say thousands of updated booster shots are already being shipped around the country.
Florida only state without plans to preorder COVID vaccines for young children
Florida is the only state in the country without plans to preorder COVID vaccines for children as young as 6 months old, following the FDA's decision to approve both Pfizer and Moderna's vaccines.
Here's when COVID vaccines for kids under 5 should finally roll out
The White House says doses will be available everywhere from pediatricians' offices to children's museums, if health authorities sign off on the shots later this month.
Pfizer seeks vaccine authorization young kids
Kids younger than 5 are one step closer to being eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer applied for emergency use authorization for kids 6 months to 5 years old -- the only age group vaccines are not yet approved for. Nikki Battiste reports.
CDC warning of potential "COVID-19 rebound" after Paxlovid treatment
It is meant to help prevent severe illness and death from COVID-19. But researchers say people using who have a COVID relapse may be able to spread COVID without even knowing it.
CDC warns of "COVID-19 rebound" after taking Paxlovid
Researchers say Paxlovid users who have a COVID relapse may be able to spread the virus without even knowing it.
Pfizer Voluntarily Recalling Blood Pressure Drug 'Accuretic'
There haven't been reports of anything happening to people who've taken this medication, but Pfizer is recalling it just in case.
Paxlovid Approved New Weapon In Fight Against COVID
The Food and Drug Administration announced a big step in the fight against the pandemic.
Pfizer: New Trial Data Confirms High Efficacy Of COVID Antiviral Pills
Pfizer announced new results on Tuesday from studies testing its five-day course of COVID antiviral pills, confirming Paxlovid cut the risk of hospitalization or death in a trial for patients at high-risk of severe COVID-19 by 89% when treated within the first three days of their symptoms.
FDA Greenlights Pfizer Booster Shots For Americans As Young As 16
The Food and Drug Administration has greenlighted a request from Pfizer and BioNTech to allow Americans as young as 16 to get a booster shot of their COVID-19 vaccine, the agency announced on Thursday, clearing a key hurdle before that age group can receive the third shot. Boosters were previously OK'd for ages 18 and up.
Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Aileen Marty Says People Need To Get COVID Vaccine Booster Once Available To Them
Pfizer's booster shot may be available to all adults in America as early as this weekend.
Pfizer Asks FDA To Authorize Booster Shot For All Adults
The company says new data from a large clinical trial of more than 10,000 fully vaccinated people found that a booster dose was over 95% effective against COVID-19 compared to individuals who were fully vaccinated but had not received a booster dose.
Are You Eligible For A COVID Booster? Doctor Breaks It Down
The CDC just approved the COVID vaccine for younger children, but that may leave adults wondering what is next for them.
Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids Rolling Out But Many Parents Remain Hesitant
The CDC has given its final okay for about 28 million grade school children to get Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine.
Pfizer Vaccine Approved For Children Welcome News For Medical Director Of South Miami Children's Clinic
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has officially been authorized for children ages 5-11. This comes after a sign-off by the CDC Tuesday night.
FDA Authorizes Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids As Young As 5
The Food and Drug Administration authorized a smaller dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, a critical step for the more than 28 million children that may soon be eligible.
FDA Advisory Panel Votes To Support Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine For Children Ages 5-11
Pfizer's request to roll out COVID-19 vaccines for Americans as young as 5 years old cleared a key regulatory hurdle Tuesday, after a panel of the Food and Drug Administration's outside vaccine advisers voted by a majority to back Pfizer's request.
Chief Medical Officer At Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Calls New Vaccine For Kids A Lifesaver
The Chief Medical Officer for Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital says the new proposed Pfizer vaccine for children between the ages of 5 and 11 could be a "lifesaver."
Pfizer Asks FDA To Allow COVID Shots For Children Ages 5 To 11
With the FDA considering a Pfizer request to allow vaccination for kids 5 to 11, health experts are seeing that as some very positive news.
Jackson Health System Employees Get Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shots
The Jackson Health System is now offering a 3rd dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to the 13,000 employees of its 7 hospitals.
CDC Advisers Recommend Who Can Get Booster Shots Of Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine
A panel of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's outside vaccine experts voted Thursday to allow use of booster shots for many adults first vaccinated with Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine at least six months ago, including those 65 and over and others at higher risk of severe COVID-19, clearing one of the last regulatory hurdles for third doses to be given this week.
FDA Authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shots For Seniors, Others At High Risk
The authorization makes the Biden administration's plan to roll out booster shots this week at least partially possible.
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Miami Heat fall to Celtics 104-103, forcing Game 7
Derrick White scored on a putback with 0.1 seconds left and the Boston Celtics moved to the brink of the greatest comeback in NBA playoffs history
Photos: Hyundai Air & Sea Show
What better way to commemorate Memorial Day weekend than going to this year's Miami Beach for the 2023 Hyundai Air and Sea Show? Here are some photos from the weekend event.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Heat still lead East finals, but can they prevent Celtics comeback?
The Boston Celtics are halfway to history, and that alone has gotten them entry into a very small club.
WATCH: Miami FC vs. Orange County SC
Miami FC is scheduled to play Orange County SC at home at the FIU Stadium Saturday at 7 p.m.
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Miami Heat fall to Celtics 104-103, forcing Game 7
Derrick White scored on a putback with 0.1 seconds left and the Boston Celtics moved to the brink of the greatest comeback in NBA playoffs history
Photos: Hyundai Air & Sea Show
What better way to commemorate Memorial Day weekend than going to this year's Miami Beach for the 2023 Hyundai Air and Sea Show? Here are some photos from the weekend event.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Heat still lead East finals, but can they prevent Celtics comeback?
The Boston Celtics are halfway to history, and that alone has gotten them entry into a very small club.
WATCH: Miami FC vs. Orange County SC
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Florida Gov. DeSantis signs Florida State Guard expansion bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a bill that will expand and make permanent the Florida State Guard, which DeSantis revived last year.
Florida lawmakers shielded in redistricting fight
A panel of federal judges Thursday shielded eight current and former legislative leaders from having to testify in a challenge to a congressional redistricting plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed through last year.
Teachers unions challenge new Florida law
Teachers unions have quickly filed a constitutional challenge to a new Florida law that places additional restrictions on public-employee unions, describing the measure as political retaliation by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Appeals court orders circuit judge to consider releasing Jeffrey Epstein info
In a case filed by The Palm Beach Post, an appeals court Wednesday ordered a circuit judge to consider releasing information from grand-jury proceedings about the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Disney revamps federal lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts on Monday revised a federal lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis after he signed a bill designed to overturn controversial development agreements involving the entertainment giant.
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
Tom Carper, Senate's last Vietnam vet, reflects on final Memorial Day in office
Tom Carper, the U.S. Senate's last Vietnam veteran, shared his thoughts on his last Memorial Day in office.
Prosecutors say they have a recording of Trump and a witness
A document filed in former President Donald Trump's Manhattan criminal case indicates prosecutors have released to his attorneys a recording of Trump and an undisclosed witness.
DeSantis raises $8.2 million in first 24 hours after campaign launch
The sum includes online donations and money raised by DeSantis fundraisers gathered in Miami.
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Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Cars, credit cards top US consumer complaints
The Consumer Federation of America handled nearly 600,000 complaints in 2022
Tipping Etiquette: When, how much, and how often?
During the pandemic, it was almost a "supporting society" role, but now, it feels like everything comes with the option.
Bed Bath & Beyond is shutting its doors in June. Here's what this means for consumers.
The stores will be closed by the end of June, so what can consumers expect in the coming weeks?
Mortgage fee changes could hit those with good credit the hardest
Beginning May 1, some people with higher credit scores may actually end up paying a higher fee.
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Parents think apps have negative impact on children's body image
Poll found 65% of parents said social media trends related to appearance have a negative influence on body image
CDC investigates six-state salmonella outbreak linked to cookie dough
At least 18 people have contracted salmonella, which the CDC has linked to cookie dough sold by Papa Murphy's.
CDC warns of possible resurgence of mpox this summer
Formerly known as monkeypox, more than 30,000 people in the US have contracted the disease since last summer's outbreak
Marijuana harms development in first trimester of pregnancy, study finds
If you are pregnant and use any form of cannabis product, consider stopping.
Don't use sugar substitutes for weight loss
A review by the World Health Organization found they have no long-term benefit in reducing body fat
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How to watch 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves'
If you haven't seen 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' yet, you can now. Here's how to watch.
Best Memorial Day 2023 deals you can shop today
Shop the best early Memorial Day deals at Wayfair, REI, Monos, Away, Amazon and so much more.
Your sunscreen guide: The best sunscreen options for summer 2023
Protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays with these top-rated sunscreen options, some of which are on sale now.
Best Memorial Day 2023 luggage deals to shop before summer vacation
Find carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags and more on sale now ahead of Memorial Day 2023.
Sam's Club is giving away free money ahead of Memorial Day: The best gift card deals
A Sam's Club membership can save you a ton, even while eating at restaurants and going to the movies.
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Facing South Florida: Immigration Controversy
Eliott shines a spotlight in the intensifying immigration controversy in Florida and elsewhere.
Facing South Florida : Ana Sofia Pelaez of Miami Freedom Project
Eliott shines a spotlight in the intensifying immigration controversy in Florida and elsewhere.
Facing South Florida: Hurricane Season Concerns
Jim goes one-on-one with Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber about his concerns in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, where 149 people died because officials failed to adequately warn residents of the need to evacuate.
Facing South Florida: Broken Promises
Jim interviews the editorial page editor and the deputy editorial page editor of the Miami Herald about their just-awarded Pulitzer Prize
2023 Florida Legislative Session: State Rep. Fentrice Driskell
They look back on the whirlwind and controversial past two months, specifically what lawmakers passed and the role Governor Ron DeSantis had in the legislative action. And they look ahead to the impact of the legislature's actions
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Celine Dion cancels remaining tour dates for health reasons
The already postponed shows were set to begin in August in the Netherlands and continue into spring 2024.
Tributes pour in for Tina Turner
Celebrities, politicians and others were quick to honor Tina Turner, the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," who died at age 83 on Wednesday.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
"Jeopardy!" contestant's loss after spelling mistake angers fans
According to "Jeopardy!" rules, spelling does not usually matter — but contestant Ben Chan's answer was technically wrong.