Long COVID-19: NIH launches large-scale studies on extended illness

The National Institutes of Health announced it has awarded nearly $470 million to New York University’s Langone Health in order to launch national population studies to better understand the long-term effects of COVID-19.

Pope blames 'virulence of uncertainty' for COVID-19 vaccine resistance

Pope Francis says he doesn't understand why people refuse to take COVID-19 vaccines, noting “humanity has a history of friendship with vaccines.”

Judge blocks New York's medical worker vaccine mandate

Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.

1 in 500 Americans have died of COVID-19

One in every 500 Americans has died of COVID-19, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Johns Hopkins University.

2.8M register for health insurance during COVID-19 sign-up, Biden says

President Joe Biden says nearly 3 million consumers took advantage of a special six-month period to sign up for private health insurance coverage made more affordable by his COVID-19 relief law.

Financial impact of the pandemic
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Many Americans say the economic impact of the pandemic will make it harder for them to reach their long-term financial goals.

Walgreens' COVID testing site could expose customer data: report

Walgreens' COVID-19 test appointment registration system has left customers' personal information exposed online for months – and still does – according to a new report.

Elmbrook schools mask possibility divides parents

Just a couple of weeks into the new school year, districts are still having heated debates about what their classrooms should look like. Even the possibility of requiring masks leading to a packed meeting in Elm Grove.

Kenosha school board members threatened after mask vote, groups show support
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A coalition of teachers, parents and more in Kenosha say it's time to come together after Kenosha Unified School District School Board members received threats stemming from a vote on masks.

Kenosha school mask vote threats, groups call for unity

A coalition of teachers, parents and more in Kenosha say it's time to come together after Kenosha Unified School District School Board members received threats stemming from a vote on masks.

3 medical boards support action against doctors who spread COVID-19 misinformation

The Federation of State Medical Boards said in its July statement that any physicians who create and spread false information about COVID-19 are subject to suspension or having their medical licenses revoked.

Wisconsin, Virginia report measles cases among Afghan refugees

Six people who recently traveled to the United States, housed at Fort McCoy in Wisconsin and in Virginia, after fleeing the Taliban in Afghanistan have been diagnosed with measles.

White House press secretary COVID vaccine discussion with FOX6

As the Biden administration works to combat the coronavirus pandemic on all fronts, the White House press secretary spoke with FOX6 News.

Rising COVID-19 cases, deaths wipe out months of pandemic progress

COVID-19 deaths and cases in the U.S. have climbed to levels not seen since last winter, wiping out months of progress and potentially bolstering President Joe Biden’s argument for sweeping new vaccination requirements.

COVID refunds: Wisconsin, StubHub settlement reached

Customers who purchased tickets before a StubHub policy change, and had their events canceled, can receive full refunds of the amounts they paid for their tickets or keep their account credits.

Pediatric COVID-19 cases ‘exponentially’ increased over summer, AAP says

There was about a 240% increase in pediatric COVID-19 cases from early July to early September, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

COVID testing required for executive branch workers, Evers orders

Gov. Tony Evers' administration issued an order requiring all executive branch workers who haven't submitted their COVID-19 vaccination status to their supervisors or aren't fully vaccinated to undergo weekly testing.

Army: ‘Relief of duties, discharge’ possible for those who refuse COVID-19 vaccine

The U.S. Army announced Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for soldiers is being implemented, saying those who refuse could face relief of duties or discharge.