Over quarter of new coronavirus cases in Colorado involve kids, data shows
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Over a quarter of new coronavirus cases in Colorado at the end of last month occurred in kids and teens through age 19.
The FDA is expected to issue a decision in the coming days on Pfizer’s request to expand the current emergency use authorization granted to its COVID-19 vaccine to allow for teens ages 12 to 15. Currently, the FDA EUA allows for the two-dose jab to be administered to anyone 16 years of age and older. The Pfizer vaccine is the only one approved for 16 and 17-year-olds, as Moderna and Johnson & Johnson only received approval for those 18 and up. "We already have a vaccine clinic being set up for ages 16-21 next weekend," Dr. Reginald Washington, chief medical officer at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children in Denver, told 9NEWS. "It’ll be a simple matter of extending that down to 12-21 at our hospital."
Burger King plans a nationwide rollout of its Patty AI tool, which analyzes headset conversations to improve service and operations.
A quicksand warning is issued by National Park Service for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Arizona and Utah after hazardous areas are found near shorelines and drainages.
Pizza before tomatoes? Ancient Rome's version of America's favorite food looked nothing like today's
Ancient Rome pizza at Hungary restaurant features no tomatoes or mozzarella, using garum fish sauce and olive paste. Neverland Pizzeria's dish is limited-edition.
House China Committee Chairman John Moolenaar calls on NSF to pause $67 million research security initiative, citing concerns universities have ties to Chinese military institutions.
New research suggests muscle strength may be more important than aerobic exercise for longevity in women over 60, with surprising findings about health outcomes.
Airports advise travelers to arrive 3-4 hours early as the DHS shutdown creates severe delays. Website and app operations are paused, leaving travelers without updates.
Cannabis compounds CBD and CBG significantly reduced liver fat in Hebrew University research, offering potential treatment for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease.
Rep. Zoe Lofgren backed SJSU's lawsuit against Trump administration over alleged Title IX violations involving transgender volleyball player controversy.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called out Starbucks and Dunkin' over high-sugar frozen coffee drinks as experts weigh in on medical risks and daily sugar limits.
SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler announced an expanded policy on Friday banning foreign nationals from all Small Business Administration guaranteed loan programs, prioritizing American citizens.
A registered dietitian in Virginia recommends "Salmon Mondays" as a simple way to boost omega-3 intake. Research suggests many people fall short of recommended levels.
Firefighters may lose 10 years of life due to toxic exposure and stress. Experts share heart health, sleep and longevity tips to extend careers.
A newly announced discovery at Panama's El Caño site has revealed a 1,000-year-old tomb filled with gold artifacts, including chest plates and bracelets.