Amazon workers won't get paid for Covid leave anymore

All U.S.-based Amazon workers who test positive for Covid-19 will now get up to five days of excused, unpaid leave, the company told workers in a notice.

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Lyft, Uber will cover legal fees for drivers sued under Oklahoma abortion law

"This law is incompatible with people's basic rights to privacy, our community guidelines, the spirit of rideshare, and our values as a company," Lyft said.

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CDC says adenovirus may contribute to liver injury in healthy children after investigating Alabama cases

The CDC published its most detailed findings so far about nine children in Alabama who developed severe hepatitis, after issuing a health alert last week.

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FDA panel to discuss Novavax Covid vaccine for adults, Pfizer and Moderna shots for kids in June

The meetings are a sign that the vaccines are moving closer to a possible authorization.

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The market just posted an unhealthy AOL-Time Warner bubble comparison

Ford, Amazon wrote-down stakes in Rivian. Google, Microsoft said equity bets lost value. But it's the $6 billion charge from Teladoc that really stands out.

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Chinese leaders stick to Covid controls as the virus spreads and forces a Beijing luxury mall to close temporarily

China showed few signs of loosening its zero-Covid control policies as the country continued to battle its worst outbreak in two years.

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How Headspace Health is tackling the global mental health crisis

Mindfulness app Headspace surged during the pandemic, and it is among the digital mental health start-ups hoping to scale a global business amid high demand.

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Severe hepatitis outbreak in healthy kids possibly linked to adenovirus infection, WHO officials say

The WHO and CDC believe the outbreak might be linked to adenovirus, though investigations are continuing.

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Climate change will drive new transmission of 4,000 viruses between mammals by 2070

A new study published in the journal Nature finds global warming will drive increased new viral transmission between mammals, including potentially humans.

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Merck sold $3.2 billion of its Covid oral antiviral treatment, driving first-quarter revenue growth

Merck soundly beat Wall Street estimates for its top and bottom lines, reporting earnings of $2.14 per share on $15.9 billion in revenue.

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Moderna asks FDA to authorize Covid vaccine for kids under 6 years old

The FDA has promised to move quickly to authorize shots for infants, toddlers and preschoolers once the vaccine makers submit complete applications.

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Denmark becomes the first country to halt its Covid vaccination program

"Spring has arrived, vaccine coverage in the Danish population is high, and the epidemic has reversed," the Danish Health Authority said.

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Japan reports first case of mysterious children's liver disease as health experts explore possible Covid links

The mysterious liver disease has so far affected over 170 children, largely in Britain, as health experts explore its possible links to Covid-19.

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WHO says weekly Covid deaths have dropped to lowest level since March 2020

While Covid deaths are dropping, testing has also fallen, a trend that worries World Health Organization officials.

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Pfizer asks FDA to authorize third Covid vaccine shot for children 5 to 11 years old

The application comes after Pfizer released data earlier this month from a small lab study of blood samples from 30 kids in the age group.

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At least 58% of U.S. population has natural antibodies from previous Covid infection, CDC says

Roughly 58% of people in the U.S. now have antibodies from previous Covid infection, demonstrating how widespread the virus was during the winter omicron surge.

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Scientists shed new light on how early stage breast cancer spreads to other organs

A team of scientists led by Mt. Sinai in New York City shed new light on how pre-malignant cells can spread from early breast cancer to other parts of the body.

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At least a dozen U.S. universities reinstate mask mandates as Covid cases rise

Universities are responding to rising Covid cases by reinstating mask mandates, even as most of the country loosens public health restrictions.

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China's capital city warns of more Covid cases and begins mass testing in the central business district

China's capital city of Beijing announced Sunday it would begin three days of mass testing in the main Chaoyang business district after a spike in Covid cases.

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Covid was the third leading cause of death in the U.S. last year, with only heart disease and cancer killing more

Covid killed more than 415,000 people in 2021 and contributed to the deaths of another 45,000 people, according to the CDC.

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Singapore is moving closer toward pre-pandemic living

Singapore is set to remove nearly all Covid safety measures from April 26, authorities announced on Friday.

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Woman catches Covid twice within 20 days, marking a new record

A health-care worker has reportedly tested positive for the omicron strain of the coronavirus just 20 days after having an infection caused by the delta variant.

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Uttar Pradesh records 205 new Covid-19 cases, active caseload at 980

Uttar Pradesh records 205 new Covid-19 cases, active caseload at 980

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CDC asks Justice Department to appeal ruling that lifted travel mask mandate

The CDC's mask mandate was enacted in February 2021 and recently extended through May 3.

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Relief, confusion and disappointment as masks come off on planes

Flight attendants have faced the brunt of public opposition to the mandate and are experiencing a particular relief now that enforcement can ease.

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DOJ announces $150 million in Covid health fraud, bogus vaccination prosecutions nationwide

The prosecutions are the latest criminal cases related to people exploiting the Covid-19 pandemic with fraudulent health billings and fake vaccine cards.

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Novavax says vaccine targeting Covid and flu shows promising results in early data

Novavax plans to move forward with a phase two trial this year to confirm the dosing levels, and a phase three during the 2023 flu season at the earliest.

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New York Gov. Hochul warns of 'rising tide' of Covid cases as omicron subvariants drive spike in infections

New York will also keep in place its mask requirements for public transit and other settings, at least for now, Hochul said.

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Dr. Scott Gottlieb: High-quality Covid masks work even if others around you aren't wearing one

"One-way masking does work," former FDA chief Dr. Scott Gottlieb told CNBC Wednesday.

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Philadelphia keeps indoor mask mandate in place despite Florida judge ruling against CDC

The number of people hospitalized with Covid in Philadelphia almost doubled last week, from 46 people on April 11 to 82 people on Monday.

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Here's how to choose a health insurance plan that fits your budget and life

Choosing health insurance is complicated, and monthly premiums can add up. Understanding your needs and a plan's benefits can keep more money in your wallet.

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18 school students among 103 fresh Covid-19 cases in Noida over last 24 hours

18 school students among 103 fresh Covid-19 cases in Noida over last 24 hours

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Shanghai eases Covid rules, allows 4 million more people out of homes

Shanghai eases Covid rules, allows 4 million more people out of homes

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Moderna says redesigned Covid vaccine produced stronger immunity against omicron than current shots

A 50-microgram dose of Moderna's new vaccine doubled the antibodies against the omicron variant six months after administration.

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Be courteous — wear a mask if you're sick and must travel, flight attendant union chief says

"This is not about extending this mask policy. It's more about how we're recognizing that we're looking out for each other," union leader Sara Nelson told CNBC.

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Covid under control, no need for restrictions: Trader’s body writes to DDMA

Covid under control, no need for restrictions: Trader’s body writes to DDMA

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Uber drops mask requirements for drivers, passengers

Uber will no longer require masks for drivers and riders, the company announced Tuesday.

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J&J lowers 2022 revenue and earnings expectations, stops giving Covid vaccine sales guidance

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Leaving Covid safety to personal choice will 'come back to bite us,' ex-Obama health official says

"My biggest issue with the it's-your-call kind of theme that's out there [is] we don't do this in any other area of illness," Dr. Kavita Patel told CNBC.

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Florida judge overturns CDC mask mandate for public transit, planes

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China's Covid policy locks down a city three times the size of New York

China's latest wave of Covid restrictions have forced millions of people to stay home and undergo mass virus testing in the metropolis of Shanghai.

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WHO is tracking omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants as they spread through Africa and Europe

The two subvariants of the highly contagious Covid-19 strain have been detected in Botswana, South Africa, Germany and Denmark, among other countries, WHO said.

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Medical spas are seeing a boost in beauty procedures as people emerge from two pandemic years at home

Specializing in aesthetic services, medspas across the country have been seeing a rise in robust treatment plans for both face and body in the past year.

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Here’s why health savings accounts may contribute to inequality

Certain demographic groups are using health savings accounts in a way that may reinforce and exacerbate existing health inequities, according to a new report.

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Uninsured face surprise medical bills for Covid testing, hospital treatment after U.S. Congress fails to fund pandemic aid program

Jennifer Tolbert, an expert at KFF, said the uninsured will likely faced reduced testing, treatment and vaccine services.

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Biden administration extends transportation mask mandate for 15 more days

The U.S. has repeatedly extended the mask mandate during the pandemic.

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WHO says Covid still a global public health emergency even as deaths fall to lowest level in two years

"It's always easier to declare a pandemic than undeclare one," said Didier Houssin, chair of the internal committee that advises WHO on health emergencies.

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Covid outbreaks in New York and D.C. infect senior officials as omicron BA.2 variant sweeps the U.S.

BA.2 now represents of 86% of new cases, almost completely displacing the earlier version of omicron that fueled the unprecedented winter surge.

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UK PM Johnson and Finance Minister Sunak fined for Covid lockdown breaches

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Finance Minister Rishi Sunak are to be fined by police for breaching Covid-19 lockdown laws, the government said Tuesday.

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New omicron XE Covid variant first detected in the UK spreads to Japan as cases rise

Japan has reported its first case of omicron XE — a new Covid-19 variant first detected in the U.K. — just as British cases of the subvariant rise.

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U.S. State Department orders all non-emergency government staff in Shanghai to leave as Covid surges

"Reconsider travel to the People's Republic of China (PRC) due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws and COVID-19-related restrictions," the State Department said.

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WHO says it closely watching China as it grapples with its worst Covid surge of the pandemic

Almost all of Shanghai's 26 million residents remain in lockdown about a week after a two-phase shutdown in the city was supposed to end.

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Philadelphia reinstates indoor mask mandate

Philadelphia will again require masks indoors at businesses and schools. The Health Department is still holding a briefing about the news.

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Deepak Chopra: Here’s how to be mindful with your money

More than half of Americans are more stressed about finances now than they were a year ago. It can help to practice money mindfulness.

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China Covid outbreak: Guangzhou closes schools, Shanghai's new cases soar to a record

Another major Chinese city has tightened Covid restrictions as the country struggles to contain an outbreak stretching from Shanghai to the northern provinces.

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'Grim milestone' reached in Ukraine with more than 100 attacks on health facilities and transport vehicles, WHO says

WHO said Russia's more than 100 attacks on health-care facilities and transport vehicles in Ukraine violate international humanitarian law. 

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U.S. has until June to decide whether we need new Covid shots for this fall, FDA official says

Marks said it's possible the U.S. could face another wave of infection in the fall as the virus evolves and immunity wanes.

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for Covid, is not experiencing symptoms

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi stood next to President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama at a White House event Tuesday.

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China's smartphone market could plunge 20% as Covid cases spike — but Apple may see growth

Android players such as Xiaomi could fare worse than Apple which continues to fill the gap left by Huawei in the premium segment of the market, analysts said.

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Scientists divided on need for 4th Covid shot after FDA quietly approved another round of boosters

The FDA's top vaccine regulator, Dr. Peter Marks, said shortly after the decision that another round of boosters will likely be needed in the fall.

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UK has detected a new Covid variant. Here’s what we know so far about omicron XE

A new omicron sub-variant has been detected in the U.K. as the country faces a renewed surge in Covid-19 hospitalizations.

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CDC director says high immunity in U.S. population provides some protection against omicron BA.2

BA.2 makes up a growing a proportion of variants in the U.S., but new infections are still falling at the moment.

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Biden administration launches national research plan to understand and treat long Covid

Some people who contract Covid have symptoms months later, including difficulty breathing, fatigue, problems concentrating and body aches, among others.

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Dr. Scott Gottlieb believes omicron BA.2 subvariant unlikely to cause 'national wave' in U.S.

However, cases are being "dramatically" underreported in some parts of the country, like the Northeast, the ex-FDA chief told CNBC on Tuesday.

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More contagious omicron BA.2 on track to displace other variants in U.S. in next two weeks

Omicron BA.2 now makes up 72% of circulating Covid variants in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Senators reach $10 billion Covid funding deal for therapeutics, vaccines and testing

The new funding is less than half the $22.5 billion that the White House first requested and does not include money for global vaccination efforts.

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FDA says Covid vaccines may need to be updated to ensure high level of effectiveness against virus

The FDA's committee of vaccine experts will meet Wednesday to discuss how the U.S. should go about changing the vaccines if needed.

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Rakhi Sawant says 'bhaag le corona varna...', tells paps to use sanitiser always. Watch

Rakhi Sawant says 'bhaag le corona varna...', tells paps to use sanitiser always. Watch

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Myocarditis risk higher after Covid infection than Pfizer or Moderna vaccination, CDC finds

Even among the highest risk group, teenage boys, the risk of cardiac conditions was higher after Covid infection than Pfizer or Moderna vaccination.

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CDC will end sweeping order used to expel migrants at U.S. borders during Covid pandemic

The CDC said the order, known as Title 42, will end on May 23 to give the Department of Homeland Security time to ramp up a vaccination program at the border.

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