CDC urges COVID-19 vaccinations for pregnant women amid delta surge
The CDC updated its guidance after reviewing new safety data on 2,500 women who showed no increased risk of miscarriages for those who’d received a Pfizer or Moderna shot prior to their 20th week of pregnancy.
The CDC updated its guidance after reviewing new safety data on 2,500 women who showed no increased risk of miscarriages for those who’d received a Pfizer or Moderna shot prior to their 20th week of pregnancy.
YouTube suspends Rand Paul for violating COVID misinformation policy
This is the second time in two weeks that YouTube has removed one of U.S. Sen. Rand Paul's videos for violating its rules on COVID misinformation.
This is the second time in two weeks that YouTube has removed one of U.S. Sen. Rand Paul's videos for violating its rules on COVID misinformation.
Overwhelmed hospitals face nurse shortages amid US COVID-19 surge
Florida, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oregon all have more COVID-19 hospitalizations than at any other point in the pandemic amid nursing staff shortages.
Florida, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oregon all have more COVID-19 hospitalizations than at any other point in the pandemic amid nursing staff shortages.
US sending 837K Pfizer shots to Caribbean amid anti-vaccine protests
The U.S. is sending more than 800,000 Pfizer shots to Caribbean nations as the region struggles with a spike in COVID-19 cases amid violent anti-vaccine protests.
The U.S. is sending more than 800,000 Pfizer shots to Caribbean nations as the region struggles with a spike in COVID-19 cases amid violent anti-vaccine protests.
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine nasal spray effective in animals, NIH says
NIH researchers are currently testing a nasal spray version of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine that has proven effective in hamsters and monkeys.
NIH researchers are currently testing a nasal spray version of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine that has proven effective in hamsters and monkeys.
US records more than 184,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours
The U.S. recorded 184,346 new daily COVID-19 cases over 24 hours amid a surge driven by the delta variant and low vaccination rates across the South and in other areas.
The U.S. recorded 184,346 new daily COVID-19 cases over 24 hours amid a surge driven by the delta variant and low vaccination rates across the South and in other areas.
Colorado county hit early by COVID-19 delta strain saw more breakthrough cases, CDC says
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
COVID vaccine mandate for health care workers protested
Vaccine mandates continue to be a hot-button issue for some. Health care workers rallied in Madison against COVID-19 vaccination requirements being put in place at area hospitals.
Vaccine mandates continue to be a hot-button issue for some. Health care workers rallied in Madison against COVID-19 vaccination requirements being put in place at area hospitals.
Milwaukee County COVID numbers trend in wrong direction
Wisconsin now ranks as the fourth-worst state in the U.S. for 14-day trends in both COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Milwaukee County isn't faring much better, averaging 268 new cases and two deaths per day.
Wisconsin now ranks as the fourth-worst state in the U.S. for 14-day trends in both COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Milwaukee County isn't faring much better, averaging 268 new cases and two deaths per day.
Summerfest COVID entry restrictions announced
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. on Tuesday announced that Summerfest attendees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to enter the festival.
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. on Tuesday announced that Summerfest attendees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to enter the festival.
Could parents sue if a child gets COVID-19 from an unvaccinated teacher? Legal experts weigh in
As children return to school, parents are concerned with how best to protect their child from COVID-19. Legal experts say even if a child does get sick, it’ll be hard to place the blame on educators.
As children return to school, parents are concerned with how best to protect their child from COVID-19. Legal experts say even if a child does get sick, it’ll be hard to place the blame on educators.
Capitol rally against COVID vaccine mandate for health care workers
Vaccine mandates continue to be a hot-button issue for some. Health care workers rallied in Madison against COVID-19 vaccination requirements being put in place at area hospitals.
Vaccine mandates continue to be a hot-button issue for some. Health care workers rallied in Madison against COVID-19 vaccination requirements being put in place at area hospitals.
Milwaukee mask mandate return, mayor 'not ruling out'
Milwaukee leaders said while the focus needs to be on COVID-19 vaccinations, the city's mayor is not ruling out another mask mandate.
Milwaukee leaders said while the focus needs to be on COVID-19 vaccinations, the city's mayor is not ruling out another mask mandate.
UW Health expert talks COVID latest
Dr. Bill Hartman with UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 on Tuesday to discuss the latest developments related to the pandemic, including vaccinations.
Dr. Bill Hartman with UW Health joined FOX6 News at 4 on Tuesday to discuss the latest developments related to the pandemic, including vaccinations.
Wisconsin inmates' COVID vaccination rate nearly 70%
According to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, nearly 70% of eligible inmates in state prisons have been fully vaccinated for the coronavirus.
According to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, nearly 70% of eligible inmates in state prisons have been fully vaccinated for the coronavirus.
Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Indiana, Wisconsin among 12 states added to Chicago's COVID travel advisory
Chicago health officials added a dozen more states to the city's COVID-19 travel advisory Tuesday due to an uptick in cases across the U.S.
Chicago health officials added a dozen more states to the city's COVID-19 travel advisory Tuesday due to an uptick in cases across the U.S.
Summerfest: COVID vaccine, negative test required to attend
A COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result will be required to attend Summerfest 2021.
A COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result will be required to attend Summerfest 2021.
School mask debate: Elmbrook Schools to vote on return-to-school plan
On Tuesday, Aug. 10 Elmbrook Schools in Brookfield are set to approve or amend the back-to-school plan that could leave masks optional or make them required.
On Tuesday, Aug. 10 Elmbrook Schools in Brookfield are set to approve or amend the back-to-school plan that could leave masks optional or make them required.
Chances of heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccine are slim, study finds
A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.
A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.