The Biden administration fell short of its 70% vaccination goal with the arrival of the Independence Day holiday on Sunday. President Joe Biden hoped to have administered at least one shot to 70% of United States by Sunday, but the number sits at 67%, approximately 8 million people short of the goal, according to the… Read More »
Dr. Scott Gottlieb told CNBC on Friday that most Americans should feel comfortable safely gathering over Independence Day weekend, citing high Covid vaccination rates and low virus infection levels in many parts of the country. However, the former Food and Drug Administration commissioner said there are certain places where people should be more careful. “There’s very low… Read More »
Victoria’s fourth COVID-19 lockdown is now underway as authorities urge people to get vaccinated to ensure this is the state’s last. The seven-day, statewide shutdown kicked in from midnight after a cluster of 26 cases of the Indian variant of the virus emerged in Whittlesea in Melbourne’s north. “The vaccine is really our only ticket… Read More »
Epidemiologist Dr. Michael Osterholm believes the U.S. is seeing a “fourth wave” of infections due to coronavirus variants that have arisen over the past few months. Osterholm, who served as a member of President Biden’s COVID-19 transition advisory board, said the variants pose a significant problem despite underscoring that existing vaccines appear to be effective against… Read More »
News Consumer News 8 Tips to Ease Your Pets Through July Fourth Fireworks SATURDAY, July 4, 2020 — You may enjoy the fireworks on the Fourth of July, but there’s a good chance Fido and Fluffy do not. “Even pets that are not usually sensitive to loud sounds and noise can become extremely stressed due… Read More »
When you think of celebrating Independence Day, the first thing that comes to mind is probably fireworks. After enjoying the 4th of July swimming, playing and barbecuing, many of us in the United States spend the evening oohing and aahing over a display of colorful and exciting pyrotechnics. But whether you are watching a professional show… Read More »