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New COVID Variant Found in South Africa Raises Concerns Over Impacts on Vaccine
Scientists are concerned about whether a new strain or future mutations could reduce vaccine efficacy.
Florida Seniors Forced to Camp Overnight in Cars in Hope of Vaccine
Florida broke the record for the highest single-day increase in new cases on Thursday.
A New COVID Strain Is 70 Percent More Transmissible and Already Widespread in US
Currently, there is no evidence that this variant causes more severe illness or increased risk of death.
Hospitals Are Now Required to Be More Transparent About Their Pricing
As of Jan. 1, facilities must publicly post on their websites prices for every service, drug and supply they provide.
“Last Responders” Are Bracing for a Surge in COVID Deaths Across US
The crush of COVID-related deaths has overwhelmed morgues, funeral homes and religious leaders.
Emergence of New COVID Variant Reflects Critical Need for Vaccination
The appearance of the SARS-CoV-2 variant makes it even more important that people get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Big Pharma Rings in New Year by Raising Prices on 300 Medications
President Donald Trump pledged in 2016 to reduce prescription drug prices in the U.S.
US Barely Kept Track of the Nearly 3,000 Health Care Workers That Died in 2020
A new analysis shows a far higher number of health care worker deaths than those reported by the government.
Months of Chaos and Systemic Failure Are Wearing Down Health Care Workers
Supply shortages remain severe almost a year into the pandemic.
Trump Plans New Year’s Party as COVID Death Count Continues to Climb
The party planned by Trump goes against the CDC's recommendations for attending gatherings during the holiday season.