Flurona detected in Israeli woman just as new COVID-19 variant IHU discovered in France
Israel is reporting its first case of what is being called the 'flurona,' when someone can have duel infections of influenza and the coronavirus at the same time. It was detected in a pregnant woman who showed mild symptoms. This discovery comes as a new COVID-19 variant named IHU has been detected in France.
Israel is reporting its first case of what is being called the 'flurona,' when someone can have duel infections of influenza and the coronavirus at the same time. It was detected in a pregnant woman who showed mild symptoms. This discovery comes as a new COVID-19 variant named IHU has been detected in France.
Omicron wave peak could come soon: UF researcher
Cases of COVID-19 have soared in Florida over the past three weeks. One researcher at the University of Florida believes the recent surge in omicron variant cases will peak soon and then drop off quickly.
Cases of COVID-19 have soared in Florida over the past three weeks. One researcher at the University of Florida believes the recent surge in omicron variant cases will peak soon and then drop off quickly.
Doctor: Use common sense when deciding on COVID test
Coronavirus case numbers continue to climb in Florida and across the country. As those numbers climb, long lines still persist at area COVID-19 test sites. Health experts say use common sense when trying to determine if you should test or self-isolate.
Coronavirus case numbers continue to climb in Florida and across the country. As those numbers climb, long lines still persist at area COVID-19 test sites. Health experts say use common sense when trying to determine if you should test or self-isolate.
Building Orlando: Evermore Orlando Resort
There is a massive development under construction right next door to Walt Disney World Resort, but unless you get off the main roads and venture back into the trees, you likely haven't seen it. Evermore Orlando Resort is an-1,100-acre resort complex with traditional vacation homes and the luxury Conrad Hotel. At the heart of the resort will be a 20-acre tropical beach complex and Evermore Bay, an 8-acre crystalline water amenity by Crystal Lagoons.
There is a massive development under construction right next door to Walt Disney World Resort, but unless you get off the main roads and venture back into the trees, you likely haven't seen it. Evermore Orlando Resort is an-1,100-acre resort complex with traditional vacation homes and the luxury Conrad Hotel. At the heart of the resort will be a 20-acre tropical beach complex and Evermore Bay, an 8-acre crystalline water amenity by Crystal Lagoons.
Soldier reunites with daughter during Indiana Pacers game: ‘heartwarming surprise’
Aaron Kern, who was assigned to Operation Allies Welcome at Camp Atterbury, broke down with emotion after reuniting with his daughter at an NBA game.
Aaron Kern, who was assigned to Operation Allies Welcome at Camp Atterbury, broke down with emotion after reuniting with his daughter at an NBA game.
Study shows expected peak of Florida's latest COVID-19 surge
A new study outlines when Florida’s latest COVID-19 surge, likely driven by the new Omicron variant, will peak.
A new study outlines when Florida’s latest COVID-19 surge, likely driven by the new Omicron variant, will peak.
Orange County opens new COVID-19 testing site amid surge in cases
The recent surge in COVID-19 cases in Orange County is caused by the spread of the Omicron COVID-19 variant.
The recent surge in COVID-19 cases in Orange County is caused by the spread of the Omicron COVID-19 variant.
COVID-19 vaccines to be distributed at Lake County elementary schools
Participants reportedly must bring identification and parents or legal guardians must accompany anyone younger than 18 who wants a vaccine.
Participants reportedly must bring identification and parents or legal guardians must accompany anyone younger than 18 who wants a vaccine.
Florida COVID-19 cases: New record set for daily increase, as reported on Christmas Day
Florida health officials said that there were 32,850 new coronavirus cases reported on Christmas, breaking the record for the most cases in a single day.
Florida health officials said that there were 32,850 new coronavirus cases reported on Christmas, breaking the record for the most cases in a single day.
COVID-19 treatment pill: When will it be available, and where will it be available?
Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pill Paxlovid will be shipped to states in early January but will be limited in availability at first.
Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pill Paxlovid will be shipped to states in early January but will be limited in availability at first.
On the hunt for at-home COVID-19 tests
At-home COVID-19 tests are flying off store shelves. Many big box retailers are out of the kits and even local pharmacies are experiencing shortages.
At-home COVID-19 tests are flying off store shelves. Many big box retailers are out of the kits and even local pharmacies are experiencing shortages.
COVID-19 at-home test kit purchases capped at CVS, other stores
Customers seeking at-home COVID-19 test kits from CVS stores will be limited to no more than six, according to a company spokesperson.
Customers seeking at-home COVID-19 test kits from CVS stores will be limited to no more than six, according to a company spokesperson.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren tests positive for COVID-19
The Massachusetts Democrat announced Sunday that she has contracted a breakthrough COVID-19 infection.
The Massachusetts Democrat announced Sunday that she has contracted a breakthrough COVID-19 infection.
How to tell the difference between the common cold, flu and COVID-19
Is it COVID-19, the flu or the common cold? Jade Flinn, a nurse educator at Johns Hopkins Hospital’s biocontainment unit, outlines some of the key differences and similarities between the three illnesses.
Is it COVID-19, the flu or the common cold? Jade Flinn, a nurse educator at Johns Hopkins Hospital’s biocontainment unit, outlines some of the key differences and similarities between the three illnesses.
Florida's request to block vaccine mandate for healthcare workers rejected
Sunday’s decision, however, did not mean the Biden administration can move forward with the healthcare worker vaccination requirement Monday.
Sunday’s decision, however, did not mean the Biden administration can move forward with the healthcare worker vaccination requirement Monday.
AdventHealth suspends COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees
AdventHealth said that they have decided to suspend all vaccination requirements for employees. They still must report their vaccination status.
AdventHealth said that they have decided to suspend all vaccination requirements for employees. They still must report their vaccination status.
Florida teen creates app to help healthcare workers when patient goes into cardiac arrest
A teenager has created an app, called Code Blue, that allows hospital staff and healthcare workers to accurately time medicine, pulse checks, and compressions while logging what happened for records.
A teenager has created an app, called Code Blue, that allows hospital staff and healthcare workers to accurately time medicine, pulse checks, and compressions while logging what happened for records.
Judge to look again at health care shots mandate
Pointing to a new state law, a federal judge has decided to reconsider Florida’s request for an injunction against a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Pointing to a new state law, a federal judge has decided to reconsider Florida’s request for an injunction against a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
President Biden releasing oil from strategic oil reserve
Thanksgiving gas prices in Florida are the highest they have been in eight years, AAA said. The White House on Tuesday announced the Department of Energy will release 50 million barrels of oil held in the reserve as Americans continue to pay more for gas now than they have in years ahead of Thanksgiving and winter holiday travel.
Thanksgiving gas prices in Florida are the highest they have been in eight years, AAA said. The White House on Tuesday announced the Department of Energy will release 50 million barrels of oil held in the reserve as Americans continue to pay more for gas now than they have in years ahead of Thanksgiving and winter holiday travel.
Judge refuses to block Florida health care vaccination rule
A federal judge has quickly rejected Florida’s request to block a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
A federal judge has quickly rejected Florida’s request to block a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.