US advisers recommend updated COVID vaccine boosters
A panel of U.S. health advisers voted to recommend Pfizer’s updated COVID-19 boosters that target the newest omicron strains for people 12 and older.
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Will omicron-specific booster shots be more effective? 5 questions answered
The FDA’s authorization of the reformulated COVID-19 booster shots represents a major step in the effort to get more Americans boosted.
FDA authorizes Pfizer and Moderna's updated Covid-19 boosters
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized updated Covid-19 vaccine booster shots from Moderna and Pfizer. This is the first time updated Covid-19 vaccines have received emergency use authorization in the United States. Both are bivalent vaccines that…
FDA clears updated COVID boosters targeting newest variants
The U.S. has authorized its first update to COVID-19 vaccines, booster doses that target today's most common omicron strain. Shots could begin within days.
Moderna sues Pfizer over patents behind COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna is suing Pfizer and BioNTech, accusing its main competitors of copying the mRNA technology behind its coronavirus vaccine.
MultiCare hosting COVID-19 memorial on Monday
SPOKANE, Wash. — MultiCare is hosting a COVID-19 memorial honoring those in the Spokane community who lost their lives to COVID-19. A candlelight vigil will be held at the MultiCare…
SRHD hosting COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Shaw Middle School
SPOKANE, Wash.— If your kids are behind on their vaccines, the Spokane Regional Health District is here to help you out. They will be hosting a COVID-19…
Seahawks QB Drew Lock tests positive for COVID-19
Lock will miss Thursday's preseason game against the Chicago Bears
Rapid tests from 'Say Yes COVID Test' can be used up to 6 months after expiration date
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- If you took advantage of free at-home COVID tests, you can use them beyond their expiration…
Spokane Public Schools updates COVID protocols as new school year approaches
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A new school year begins in less than a month, and the COVID-19 guidance for schools and child care centers will…
Washington state employees no longer required to get COVID booster
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Washington State employees no longer need to get a COVID-19 booster to remain employed. Washington Governor Jay Inslee issued an updated directive on policies Thursday. The current requirement that new and current state employees be fully vaccinated…
CDC drops quarantine, distancing recommendations for COVID
The nation’s top public health agency is relaxing its COVID-19 guidelines and dropping the recommendation that Americans quarantine themselves if they come into close contact with an infected person.
Idaho cities decline federal coronavirus relief money
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Sixteen Idaho cities have rejected a combined $700,000 in federal coronavirus rescue money, and one city that accepted $550,000 might have to return it if it doesn’t approve spending it. It’s a small part of the…
Washington Department of Health releases new requirements and guidance to mitigate COVID-19
There are now updated guidelines to mitigate COVID-19 transmission in K-12 Schools and child care.
Monkeypox Q&A: Here's what you should know
How much should people worry about contracting monkeypox? How does it spread? Should everyone get the vaccine? Who is most at risk? Here's a Q&A.
New telehealth service will expand COVID-19 treatment access
The Washington State Department of Health has launched a new telehealth service option, and it's free.
Spokane Co. downgraded from high to medium COVID-19 community level
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane County is now considered at a medium COVID-19 community level. For the past few weeks, the county has been listed at a…
New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild
Two new studies provide more evidence that the coronavirus pandemic originated in a Wuhan, China market where live animals were sold.
Some US schools hit hard by COVID make few changes for new year
Families across the U.S. are fearing the return of a pandemic scourge that could sideline teachers, close school buildings and force remote learning.
Boost now or wait? How to ride COVID's next wave
New omicron subvariants are up to four times as resistant as old viruses to the current vaccines. Should you wait for a better shot, or just pass?
Is it time to rethink what we know about COVID-19 reinfection?
Trump had it, Biden's got it. COVID-19 subvariants now sweeping the U.S. evade the body's defenses against infection -- and current vaccines. Get the facts and credible advice here.
White House tries to make Biden's COVID a 'teachable moment'
The administration set out to turn the diagnosis into a "teachable moment" and dispel any notion of a crisis.
Biden tests positive for Covid, White House says
President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19, the White House said Thursday. This story is breaking and will be updated. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.
Fairchild Airforce Base requiring masks indoors
You will now need to wear masks indoors at the Fairchild Airforce Base.
