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COVID Death Toll Exceeds 3 Million Count Worldwide

A recent John Hopkins University tally noted that the COVID death toll worldwide has surpassed three million.
Pfizer CEO: Third Dose of COVID Vaccine Likely Needed Within a Year

Pfizer CEO: Third Dose of COVID Vaccine Likely Needed Within a Year

People would likely need to get a third dose of a vaccine within a year after getting fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla.

Deaths Among Infant and Children Due to COVID in Brazil Lack Records

Brazil has a lack of records on infant death tolls due to COVID-19. An expert revealed the reason behind it.
Brazil Senate to Probe Jair Bolsonaro’s Handling Of COVID-19 Crisis

Brazil Senate to Probe Jair Bolsonaro’s Handling Of COVID-19 Crisis

Brazil's Senate has started an investigation into President Jair Bolsonaro's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Moderna Eyeing COVID Booster Shot To Be Ready By Fall

Moderna Eyeing COVID Booster Shot To Be Ready By Fall

Moderna's Chief Medical Officer Tal Zaks said that the company's COVID booster shot should be able ready by the end of 2021.
CDC Says STDs Hit All-Time High for 6th Year in a Row

CDC Says STDs Hit All-Time High for 6th Year in a Row

The CDC said the annual cases of sexually transmitted diseases or STDs have climbed to an all-time high for the sixth year in a row.
CDC Reviews Johnson & Johnson Vaccine After Death Report

CDC Reviews Johnson & Johnson Vaccine After Death Report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is looking into the death of a Virginia woman who received a single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

New York State Nurses Association Scores Big Win in the FY22 State Budget

The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) was able to score victories in the upcoming state budget, according to a statement released the previous week.
Pro-Choice Demonstrations in Latin America on International Safe Abortion Day

Rape of 13-year-old Girl in Venezuela Sparks Debate on Legalizing Abortion

Together with her mother, the 13-year-old pregnant girl sought out a doctor but the medical practitioner warned her that could put her life in danger. But a concerned former teacher of the girl provided pills that induced an abortion.
Capacity Limits in California Churches No Longer Mandatory

Capacity Limits in California Churches No Longer Mandatory

California has removed the capacity limits on the state's churches and other places of worship on Monday.
Some U.S. Colleges Reluctant To Require Students of COVID Vaccine

Some U.S. Colleges Reluctant to Require Students of COVID Vaccines

U.S. colleges are partial in their decision whether to require their students of getting COVID vaccines in efforts to return to normalcy.
Florida Woman Who Coughed On a Cancer Patient Gets 30-Day Jail Time

Florida Woman Who Coughed On a Cancer Patient Gets 30-Day Jail Time

Debra Jo Hunter, a Florida woman, was sentenced to 30 days in prison after she deliberately coughed on a cancer patient's face amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
South African Variant Could Evade Pfizer Vaccine Protection

South African Variant Could Evade Pfizer Vaccine Protection

Researchers at Tel Aviv University and Clalit discovered the prevalence of the South African variant among patients who received two doses of the Pfizer vaccine.
NYC Smile Design Shares What You Need to Know About Dental Implants

NYC Smile Design Shares What You Need to Know About Dental Implants

Globally, dental care treatment has become necessary as people are continuing to get affected by tooth decay and gum diseases despite the improvements and advancements in dental health and care.
Bill Hammond (L) and Kaiser Permanente Area Manager for the Napa-Solano Area Nor Jemjemian (R)

New COVID Vaccination Site in Vallejo, CA to Serve Black and Hispanic Communities

Studies have noted the discrepancy on COVID-19 vaccines against Black and Hispanic people - receiving less despite the disproportionate cases from these communities. Now, a popular live event producer intends to make a difference - starting with Vallejo, California.
CDC Director Identifies Racism as an Epidemic Affecting Public Health

CDC Director Identifies Racism as an Epidemic Affecting Public Health

Dr. Rochelle Walensky noted the disproportionate effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on communities of color when it comes to the number of cases, deaths, and other social consequences.
Silverado Fire In Orange Country, California Forces Evacuations

California Governor Newsom Discloses $536M Fire Prevention Plan, Prepares State For Catastrophic Year

California Governor Gavin Newsom struck a deal with lawmakers Thursday to free up $536 million, hoisting the wildfire prevention capabilities of the state.
New Shipment of CoronaVac Vaccine Arrives In Mexico

Mexican Foreign Minister Arranges U.S. Visit for Additional Vaccine Supply Security

In order to get through the next critical months, a top official revealed Wednesday that Mexican Foreign Minister will soon fly to the United States to request for additional vaccine supply from its neighbor due to shortage.
Puerto Rico Prepares For Leadership Change As Embattled Gov. Rossello Resigns

Puerto Rican Governor Opens Vaccination to 16 and Older, Extends Age Restriction

As the spike in COVID-19 cases in the United States territory continues, the governor of Puerto Rico declared Wednesday that public health officials will start vaccinating all individuals ages 16 and up starting on Monday.
Agriculture Workers In California Receive COVID-19 Vaccination

Vaccines Work Against COVID-19 California Variant, Duke Researchers Says

As the affected areas of the California strain of coronavirus continue to expand, researchers assured the people of the Golden State that several vaccines act as effective protection against the new variant based on their new research.
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