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Florida reports 60,204 new COVID cases for the week as US health officials say some areas should consider masks again

Federal health officials are warning areas in the U.S. where COVID-19 cases are rising to consider indoor masking once again.

Florida reports 59,515 COVID cases in 2 weeks as worldwide virus-related death estimates near 15M

COVID cases are falling everywhere besides Africa and the Americas

US authorizes updated COVID booster shots targeting newest variants

U.S. regulators have authorized updated COVID-19 boosters, the first to directly target today's most common omicron strain.

Florida reports 89,119 COVID cases as Pfizer, Moderna submit updated boosters for FDA approval

Pfizer asked U.S. regulators to approve its combination COVID-19 vaccine that adds protection against the newest omicron strains after the Food and Drug Administration ordered the minds behind the vaccine to tweak their shots.

Royal Caribbean no longer requires vaccinated guests to take COVID test before select cruises

Royal Caribbean announced Thursday its no longer requiring vaccinated guests to take a COVID-19 test prior to embarking on cruises six nights or less.

Health officials debunk COVID-19 vaccine myths

As the United States waits for a COVID-19 vaccine, the internet has lit up with misinformation spreading nearly as fast as the virus itself.

COVID-19 vaccine site for kids under 5 now open in Maitland

The vaccine site at the Roth Jewish Community Center will be open on Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., where 200 doses of the Moderna vaccine are set to be available for children 6 months to 5 years old.

Tweaked COVID boosters in US must target newer omicron types

U.S. regulators are telling COVID-19 vaccine makers to tweak any booster doses intended for fall so they protect against the newest omicron relatives.

Lawmaker, JCC team up for COVID vaccine site for children in Maitland

A state senator from Orlando is teaming up with the Roth Jewish Community Center to open a COVID-19 vaccination site for young children.

FDA advisers recommend updating COVID booster shots for fall

Advisers to the U.S. government are recommending that COVID-19 booster shots used this fall be modified to better match more recent variants of the coronavirus.

Shots for tots: COVID vaccinations start for little US kids

The nation’s youngest children are getting their chance at vaccines for COVID-19.

FDA authorizes 1st COVID-19 shots for infants, preschoolers

U.S. regulators have authorized the first COVID-19 shots for infants and preschoolers.

Florida only state not preordering toddler COVID-19 vaccines

Florida is the only state that hasn’t preordered COVID-19 vaccines for toddlers in anticipation of their final approval by the federal government.

FDA advisers endorse 1st COVID-19 shots for kids under 5

The first COVID-19 shots for infants, toddlers and preschoolers in the U.S. have moved a step closer.

FDA advisers consider Moderna’s COVID shots for older kids

A government advisory panel has endorsed a second brand of COVID-19 vaccine for school-age children and teens.

Marion County health department to provide non-COVID vaccines for students at free event

Marion County Public Schools is hosting a free drive-thru event Friday evening to provide vaccinations required for students to gain entry into school.

US: Pfizer COVID-19 shot appears effective for kids under 5

A review by federal health officials says that Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine appears safe and effective for children under 5, the only group not currently eligible for vaccination.

Marathon US hearings to decide fate of COVID shots for tots

Next week brings a marathon of hearings as the U.S. decides whether to open COVID-19 vaccinations to kids under 5.

Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection

Moderna says its experimental COVID-19 vaccine that combines its original shot with protection against the omicron variant appears to work.

FDA restricts J&J’s COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot risk

U.S. regulators are strictly limiting who can receive Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine due to a rare but serious risk of blood clots.

Former Orange County firefighter sues over termination due to insubordination of vaccine mandate

A former battalion chief with Orange County Fire Rescue is suing over what he claims was an "unlawful termination" for insubordination amid a now voided vaccine mandate for county employees.

FDA sets June meetings on COVID vaccines for youngest kids

The Food and Drug Administration has set tentative dates in June to publicly review COVID-19 vaccines for the youngest American children.

Moderna seeks FDA approval for COVID vaccine for children 6 and under

More children across the U.S. may soon be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Florida reports 36,483 COVID cases in 2 weeks as US airlines ditch masks

The CDC extended its national transportation mask mandate only to see it voided by a Florida judge days later.

COVID cases rise as questions surround who needs 2nd booster shot

As the virus spreads, many are wondering who should get additional booster shots now?

It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in US

The U.S. may be heading into another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.

Florida reports 21,451 COVID cases over last 2 weeks

As the state continues to see a decline, the World Health Organization said in its latest report that COVID-19 cases and deaths are on the decline globally.

Biden receives 2nd booster, presses Congress on virus funds

President Joe Biden has gotten a second booster dose of the Pfizer COVID vaccine, and he used the occasion Wednesday to call on Congress to pass billions of dollars in additional funding to fight the pandemic.

Florida COVID deaths pass 73,000 as Orange County’s main COVID-19 site closes

The Florida Department of Health transitioned to biweekly reporting of COVID-19 cases following a drop in infections.

Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Pfizer seeking OK for 4th COVID dose for seniors, source says

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech asked U.S. regulators to authorize an additional booster dose of their COVID-19 vaccine for seniors.

Florida averages 1,470 daily COVID cases 2 years after pandemic declaration

The milestone comes as COVID-19 cases wane across the United States and in Florida.

Florida averages 2,021 daily COVID cases as US outlines plan to return to normal

A new plan spells out initiatives and investments to continue to drive down serious illness and deaths from the virus, while preparing for potential new variants and providing employers and schools the resources to remain open.

Florida averages 3,663 daily COVID cases on same day CDC updates mask guidelines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is announcing a change to the metrics used to determine whether to recommend face masks in indoor public settings.

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