
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
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The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
Authorities recently reported finding drug-resistant strains of the monkeypox virus.
Treatment-resistant illnesses have been diagnosed in Asia, Europe and Canada, but two cases in New York City mark the first time they have been diagnosed in the United States.
Walensky has overseen the agency since the early days of the Biden administration.
The county health commissioner says last Friday, more than 80 students called out sick.
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Reports of patients with the drug-resistant fungal infection Candida auris have accelerated in recent years.
In case you missed it, new words were added to Dictionary.com and we learned how to stay safe in the midst of bears. Pro tip: Don't push your slower friends down so you can escape.
Doctors have limited options to treat the "extensively drug-resistant" strains of Shigella bacteria.
After a New Jersey student tragically died by suicide, experts want schools to re-examine anti-bullying policies.
The CDC says one person in Washington state has died, and five others suffered permanent vision loss.
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
It's said to be highly transmissible, but doesn't appear to cause severe respiratory illness.
The CDC cited concerns over the COVID-19 surge in China and "the lack of adequate and transparent" data from the country's health authorities.
The CDC's policy was enacted during the Trump administration in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The senator said, if need be, HHS can also put up temporary structures to deal with a surge in cases.
Seven people in New York were sickened. One illness has been reported in New Jersey.
The hospitalization rate hasn't been this high this early since the 2009 swine flu pandemic, according to the CDC.
The rate of such deaths had been increasing in the two decades before the pandemic, by 7% or less each year.
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
The reset at the CDC follows criticism to its response to COVID-19, monkeypox and other public health threats, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
While the pandemic is not over, the CDC says it no longer can severely disrupt our daily lives.
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
The CDC team will help with outreach and vaccinations.
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to 5,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
Hiring sped up last month, showing the job market remains resilient despite high inflation and borrowing costs.
A Mars livestream is offering a one-hour opportunity to get closer than ever to the red planet.
Former New York Gov. George Pataki is on his fifth trip to Ukraine since Russia invaded in 2022.
The Associated Press obtained more than 4,000 pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's jail suicide from the federal Bureau of Prisons under the Freedom of Information Act.
Former New York Gov. George Pataki is on his fifth trip to Ukraine since Russia invaded in 2022.
The Associated Press obtained more than 4,000 pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's jail suicide from the federal Bureau of Prisons under the Freedom of Information Act.
Public health officials say it's too early to know if it's the start of a full-blown COVID wave in New York City.
The overnight fire started on the fourth floor of an apartment building on Broadway.
A necropsy to determine the whale's cause of death will be performed Friday.
The swim school supports the Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation, which was formed by grocery executive Stew Leonard Jr. and his wife Kim to honor their 21-month-old son who died in a 1989 drowning accident.
Out Leadership CEO Todd Sears says PRIDE is a time for the community to pause, celebrate and hit the reset button.
The tunnel will remain closed while the fire marshal inspects it.
Once signed, the new law would go into effect in January 2024.
The governor said he included $70 million in the budget to help stabilize the child care industry.
A fire in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest continues to grow Thursday, spreading to 5,000 acres. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is asking people to avoid the area.
His attorney focused questioning on the officer diffusing a dangerous situation by using force that was necessary.
Out Leadership CEO Todd Sears says PRIDE is a time for the community to pause, celebrate and hit the reset button.
Thursday is the start of hurricane season, and the New Jersey State Police and the Department of Transportation are already planning for a busy season.
"My Big Gay Italian Wedding," created by Staten Island-native Anthony Wilkinson, satires the controversy surrounding same-sex marriage while highlighting the chaos behind planning a wedding.
A necropsy to determine the whale's cause of death will be performed Friday.
Skeleton crew of lifeguards jumped into action after seeing the group struggling in the water.
Connor Reilly just wants to get back to playing lacrosse, but his mother says he has a long way to go.
Police said two of the three suspects have outstanding warrants for burglary in several states.
An argument over a baseball led to a man assaulting a teenager, and shocking video led to charges.
Former New York Gov. George Pataki is on his fifth trip to Ukraine since Russia invaded in 2022.
The units will house the homeless, and they'll give asylum seekers arriving in New York City a place to stay.
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
President Joe Biden has vowed to veto any legislative effort to thwart his student loan relief program.
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
Public health officials say it's too early to know if it's the start of a full-blown COVID wave in New York City.
May is awareness month for preeclampsia, a type of high blood pressure some women develop during or after pregnancy.
Rodriguez, or A-Rod as he is known, has partnered with the health products company OraPharma to help raise awareness.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Dr. Kumar shared a list of dos and don'ts, spoke about why snacking can be a red flag and offered some other tips.
Joel was named Madison Square Garden's first-ever music franchise in December, 2013.
Lester is a nominated for a Tony Award as featured actress in a musical.
Actor Wendell Pierce is Tony-nominated for his role as "Willy Loman" in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman."
"My Big Gay Italian Wedding," created by Staten Island-native Anthony Wilkinson, satires the controversy surrounding same-sex marriage while highlighting the chaos behind planning a wedding.
Max Webster is a Tony Award nominee for directing the new play "Life of Pi," based on the Oscar-winning movie.
Mark Canha continued his torrid hitting with a two-run homer in Thursday's 4-2 victory.
Seattle avoided a three-game sweep and snapped the Yankees' four-game win streak.
Carlos Carrasco (2-2) pitched six efficient innings to win his second consecutive start.
New York improves to 5-2-0 in the series.
Braian Cufré got NYCFC on the scoreboard in the 64th minute, using an assist from Alfredo Morales.
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and a team of youth leaders will are joining elected officials to discuss solutions.
Both little girls were victims at the hands of their parents, according to prosecutors.
Eight city parks have converted land management to organic products and practices.
Aromas of fresh spices drift from a basement of Ganesh Temple in Flushing. Dosas, mango lassi, and other South Indian fare - all vegetarian - are on the menu at Temple Canteen.
There's only one kosher Jewish deli left in the Bronx, and for Jewish American Heritage Month, CBS2 speaks with two people trying to preserve these recipes so they're never forgotten.
The annual tradition returned Wednesday in New York Harbor, ahead of Memorial Day.
The exhibit focuses on the key period between 1964 and 1966, when the Beatles became international superstars.
This year's theme centered on Karl Lagerfeld, best known for his work as creative director of Chanel.
The groundbreaking singer, actor and activist died Tuesday at the age of 96 in his New York home.
The Mets unveiled a massive new scoreboard and defeated the Marlins in their home opener at Citi Field.
George Pataki, the former New York governor, spoke with CBS2 News from Kyiv, where his foundation is delivering medical supplies in the wake of recent Russian drone attacks.
Dr. David Robinson , a Rutgers University professor and New Jersey state climatologist, says we shouldn't let our guard down because it only takes one storm to wreak havoc on our area.
Grocery executive Stew Leonard Jr. and his wife Kim started their Water Safety Foundation to honor their 21-month-old son who died in a drowning accident in 1989.
All of New York City's wastewater treatment plants reported high concentrations of COVID recently.
The overnight fire started on the fourth floor of an apartment building on Broadway.