California to no longer require masking in health care, 'high-risk' settings
California is easing the state's mask mandates. Starting April 3, masks will no longer be required at hospitals, medical offices and other places deemed indoor high-risk.
California won’t require COVID-19 vaccine to attend schools
California won’t make children get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials said Friday, reversing a state policy first announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2021.
US health officials propose once-a-year COVID-19 vaccines for most Americans
The proposal comes as boosters have become a hard sell.
Federal judge says vaccine choice doesn't outweigh safety requirements in medical settings
US. District Court Judge Donald Molloy on Friday permanently blocked a section of a law that said it was discriminatory for most employers to require workers to be vaccinated against communicable diseases.
Fauci urges Americans — one last time — to get the updated COVID-19 booster
Dr. Fauci, who is just weeks away from retirement, had a consistent, familiar message for Americans during his last time at the podium — get your COVID shot.
US health officials renew push for COVID-19 boosters, amid new data on efficacy
Only about 13% of U.S. adults have gotten the updated booster.
Starting Thursday, you can get flu shots and COVID boosters before Lakers, Clippers and Kings games
Anyone with a ticket to a home game at Crypto.com Arena between Nov. 17 and the end of the year will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster and a flu shot at the arena.
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine will cost $110-$130 per dose
Pfizer said the commercial pricing for adult COVID-19 vaccine doses could start in early 2023, depending on when the U.S. government phases out its program of buying the shots.
FDA authorities COVID-19 boosters for kids as young as age 5
The U.S. authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave.
FDA authorizes updated COVID boosters for kids as young as 5
Only people who’ve gotten their initial Covid-19 vaccinations -- with any of the original-formula versions -- qualify for an updated booster.
Barbara Ferrer discusses bivalent booster, love for Bad Bunny
Barbara Ferrer discussed bivalent booster and her concerns with the lack of public interest in electing for the jab. On a lighter note, she opened up about her love for Reggaeton megastar Bad Bunny.
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter, official says
Canada will likely drop the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for people who enter Canada by the end of September, an official familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Kyrie Irving bashes Eric Adams after latest NYC vaccine mandate change: 'Biggest violation of human rights'
NBA star Kyrie Irving slammed NYC's vaccine mandate change, calling it one of the "biggest violations of human rights in history."
Former LA firefighter suing city for wrongful termination
Former Los Angeles fire battalion Robert Kilpatrick is suing the City of Los Angeles alleging wrongful termination. Kilpatrick was with LAFD for more than 30 years and became known as the first LAFD firefighter to be placed on leave over his refusal to get vaccinated.
Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 now available in LA County
Doses of the newly approved Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 will become available to Southland residents this week.
Novavax to be offered in LA County
Doses of the newly approved Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 will become available to Southland residents this week, with Long Beach offering doses beginning Monday and Los Angeles County scheduled to start administering the medication on Wednesday.
Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 available in LA County
Doses of the newly approved Novavax vaccine against COVID-19 will become available to Southland residents this week.
COVID omicron vaccine: US reaches deal with Moderna for winter booster shots
About 261 million Americans have received at least one COVID-19 shot, but only 108 million have received a booster.
Beverly Hills won't enforce indoor mask mandate should LA County bring back requirement
Beverly Hills will not enforce the indoor mask mandate should LA County bring back the requirement.
CDC endorses more traditional Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults
Health officials say U.S. adults who haven’t gotten any COVID-19 shots yet should consider a new option from Novavax.