FDA OKs mixing COVID-19 vaccines, approves Moderna, J&J boosters

U.S. regulators are extending COVID-19 boosters to Americans who got the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine. They also said Wednesday anyone eligible for an extra dose can get a brand different from the one they received initially.

US details plans to roll out COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11

Kids aged 5 to 11 will soon be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine, and the White House is detailing plans for the expected authorization of the Pfizer shot.

CDC to continue recommending masks in all schools, Walensky says

Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the CDC, said officials will “continue to recommend masks in all schools for all people in those schools.” The reason: time.

All New York City employees will be required to get COVID vaccine

All city workers, excluding uniformed correction officers, will be required to have at least one dose by 5 p.m. on Oct. 29.

CDC: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine 93% effective at preventing hospitalization in ages 12-18

Between June 1 and Sept. 30 of this year, the CDC performed a case-controlled study of Pfizer’s vaccine in adolescents at 19 pediatric hospitals in 16 states, according to the study published on Tuesday.

COVID-19 boosters: US expected to authorize mix-and-match shots

The FDA is expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots this week in an effort to provide flexibility, the AP reports.

Breast cancer survivor sharing strength with others a year later
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A special event brings breast cancer survivors together every year in Dallas. Each time, FOX 4 meets people who inspire others with their strength and courage. That includes a mom named Jennifer Lucas. Here's how she's doing now.

WSU fires head football coach Nick Rolovich as state vaccine mandate deadline passes

Washington State University fired head football coach Nick Rolovich and four assistant coaches on Monday, the deadline for state workers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

Southwest Airlines employees protest vaccine mandate at Dallas headquarters

Dozens of flight attendants, pilots and many other Southwest employees from different departments showed up to Monday’s protest. They say the airline is violating their personal rights.

Azle teen released from the hospital after bull riding accident

Doctors have given the Azle high schooler hurt in a bull riding competition the okay to finally head home. Doctors are surprised by his quick recovery.

DOJ asks Supreme Court to block Texas abortion law

The Justice Department asked the high court Monday to lift an order imposed by a conservative federal appeals court that has allowed Texas to continue enforcing the nation's strictest curbs on abortion.

September was worst month for child COVID-19 infections, AAP says

The American Academy of Pediatrics also said the overall COVID-19 infection rate is 8,035 cases per 100,000 children in the population.

Allison Williams leaving ESPN over COVID vaccine mandate

Allison Williams is leaving ESPN, saying she was 'morally and ethically not aligned' with Disney's vaccine mandate.

Fauci: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas gatherings safe for vaccinated people

Dr. Anthony Fauci said it is OK for vaccinated people to attend the upcoming Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings, but he has a warning for the unvaccinated population.

Bill Clinton to spend 1 more night in hospital for non-COVID-related infection

Former President Bill Clinton was admitted to a Southern California hospital this week with a non-COVID-19-related infection but is "on the mend."

Texas doctors call on Gov. Abbott to recall ban on vaccine mandates

Gov Abbott's order strongly recommends vaccines but says it should be a voluntary decision. A group of doctors called the Committee to Protect Health Care say it’s an order that doesn’t protect and puts political posturing before people.

J&J COVID-19 booster: FDA panel endorses extra dose at least 2 months later

An FDA panel on Friday voted to recommend a booster dose of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months later.