COVID Vaccine: Westchester Woman With Rare Genetic Disorder Turned Away Despite Having Appointment
A Westchester County woman with a rare genetic disorder says she secured a COVID vaccine appointment, but was turned away.
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A Westchester County woman with a rare genetic disorder says she secured a COVID vaccine appointment, but was turned away.
Charges of systematic racism in the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including vaccine distribution and nursing homes, have promoted calls for a federal civil rights probe of city and state actions.
Meanwhile, Mount Sinai Hospital abruptly canceled already-scheduled appointments Wednesday.
As more people begin to qualify for the COVID vaccines, there is one group that is excluded from getting vaccinated -- children.
Members of the group Voices For Seniors clutched photos of their loved ones.
There is some good news about vaccines protecting against COVID-19. But not any of the ones you've heard of.
Overall, New Yorkers give Gov. Andrew Cuomo high marks for his response to the coronavirus pandemic, but are disappointed with his handling of the release of data on nursing home deaths.
There have long been inquiries about who was getting the vaccine and where amid reports of disparities.
The illness generally appears in young patients weeks after they're infected with the coronavirus. Symptoms include fever and rash. They could escalate to heart dysfunction and could prove fatal.
Across the state, 473,000 people have received their first shot of the COVID vaccine.
Behaviors of inactivity and isolated time in front of computer screens are leading to stress, anxiety, unhealthy eating and childhood obesity.
All of the animals at Allaire Community Farm are rescued, but many who volunteer and visit say the animals are the ones doing the rescuing.
Only one mask is required if you're wearing a properly fitted KN95 or N95.
Some lawmakers are crying foul, because Long Island accepts qualifying New York City residents.
The patient is from Fairfield County and was transferred to a hospital in New York City for a procedure.
