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September 8, 2022

Monkeypox cases decline, despite growing racial disparities

Monkeypox cases in the U.S. are declining as vaccinations increase, but there has been a growing racial disparity in cases, according to data from the CDC.

September 7, 2022

New York Gov. Hochul lifts mask mandate for mass transit

Wearing a mask on public transportation is now optional in the state of New York, as omicron-specific COVID boosters become available at pharmacies and cases fall.

September 6, 2022

Biden administration expanding monkeypox vaccine distribution with $20 million AmerisourceBergen contract

The Department of Health and Human Services announced a $20 million contract with AmerisourceBergen to speed up delivery of monkeypox vaccines nationwide.

September 6, 2022

White House wants simultaneous COVID, flu shots: ‘This is why God gave us two arms’

Dr. Ashish Jha made the remark as he implored Americans to get both shots at the same time this winter. New boosters tailored to the Omicron variant are now out

September 6, 2022

White House hints Americans will need annual COVID boosters

The Biden administration signaled Tuesday that the COVID-19 vaccine booster could be viewed similar to an annual flu shot.

September 3, 2022

FBI issue warning over anti-vaxxer who crossed Canadian border to 'protest' US open: report

Suspect Virpaul Singh Mahil allegedly told police he planned to protest the U.S. open as he was angry about vaccine mandates, which have prevented Novak Djokavic from playing.

August 31, 2022

California bill to allow minors to be vaccinated without parental consent is withdrawn

A bill to allow minors to consent to vaccines without parental permission will not move forward this year after the bill did not receive enough support to pass.

August 31, 2022

Gov. Noem rips Biden administration's 'hypocrisy' on vaccine mandate as unvaccinated migrants flood border

Gov. Kristi Noem blasted President Biden's 'hypocrisy' on the vaccine mandate, calling his stance on the matter 'unbelievable' as he allows unvaccinated migrants into the U.S.

August 30, 2022

Lankford presses Pentagon to explain 'horrific' conditions for unvaxxed sailors seeking religious exemptions

A top GOP senator is demanding the Pentagon provide Congress answers regarding allegations that unvaccinated Navy sailors are being transferred into deplorable living accomodations.

August 25, 2022

Why monkeypox is making some college kids nervous right now

As college students return to campus, some are nervous about their risk of picking up the monkeypox virus. Doctors and infectious disease experts shared tips for staying safe.