COVID vaccine less effective against Omicron in younger kids, study shows
Children were still three times less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19 if they were vaccinated.
COVID pandemic death toll may be 3 times higher than official tally, study finds
A new study of "excess deaths" estimates the pandemic's true toll has already surpassed 1 million in the U.S.
COVID-19 study sees "significant" impact on brain
Researchers are still trying to understand how the virus results in symptoms that impact the brain for months after an infection.
White House lays out new COVID plan, will stockpile tests and pills
The 96-page plan says the nation no longer needs to "let COVID-19 dictate how we live."
COVID vaccine for kids less effective against Omicron, but booster helps
New data published from the CDC found booster shots appeared to restore protection.
CDC revises guidelines on who should mask indoors
New guidance issued by the agency adds an emphasis on hospitalization data to decide COVID-19 measures.
Millions of children have lost a parent or caregiver to COVID
Study's authors say their new data underscore the urgency for governments to address the pandemic's toll on orphaned children.
More than 90% of free COVID test orders shipped, officials say
The White House's top COVID-19 testing official said supplies had limited their ability to ship some orders quickly.
Novavax could offer unvaccinated Americans a new option, if FDA agrees
Novavax's shots are based on a kind of "protein subunit" technology that has been used for decades in other routine vaccinations.
Millions can't isolate from COVID at home. Here's what experts suggest.
The CDC has modified its isolation and quarantine guidance several times since its major update last month.
How can I get the COVID-19 pill? Access to treatments remains a challenge
Scarce supplies and the record surge in Omicron cases can make it tricky to secure the "game-changer" COVID-19 pill from Pfizer.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
Biden administration to give out 400 million free N95 masks
The highly-protective masks will be distributed through pharmacies and health centers nationwide.
Free COVID-19 test rollout begins early online
The U.S. Postal Service is already collecting orders for free test deliveries – a day ahead of schedule.
Are Omicron's symptoms different? New studies offer clues
Some distinctive COVID-19 symptoms, like loss of taste and smell, now appear to be less common.