Trend of intentionally catching omicron variant is ‘never a good idea,’ doctor warns
According to healthcare professionals, the recent trend of trying to get infected with the omicron variant on purpose is risky and not advised.
According to healthcare professionals, the recent trend of trying to get infected with the omicron variant on purpose is risky and not advised.
Maryland Department of Health confirms ransomware attack that caused issues with COVID dashboard
The Maryland Health Department confirmed Wednesday that a ransomware attack caused issues with the state’s COVID dashboard.
The Maryland Health Department confirmed Wednesday that a ransomware attack caused issues with the state’s COVID dashboard.
How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges
At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.
At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.
DC’s new COVID-19 vaccination entry requirement begins this weekend
The District's new vaccine mandate takes effect this weekend. Beginning Saturday, venues across D.C. will be required to check for proof of vaccination before letting
The District's new vaccine mandate takes effect this weekend. Beginning Saturday, venues across D.C. will be required to check for proof of vaccination before letting
Family of supermarket employee sues over daughter's COVID-19 death
A Prince George’s County judge denied part of a motion on Tuesday to dismiss the case in a lawsuit filed by the family of a supermarket worker who died of COVID-related complications early on in the pandemic.
A Prince George’s County judge denied part of a motion on Tuesday to dismiss the case in a lawsuit filed by the family of a supermarket worker who died of COVID-related complications early on in the pandemic.
CDC reportedly set to recommend KN95 masks to protect against omicron variant
As omicron continues to fuel COVID-19 spikes across the country and the DMV, the CDC appears close to announcing a major change in its face mask recommendations.
As omicron continues to fuel COVID-19 spikes across the country and the DMV, the CDC appears close to announcing a major change in its face mask recommendations.
Fauci Senate hearing on pandemic gets testy: ‘What a moron’
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. government’s top infectious disease expert, angrily accused Senator Rand Paul of making false accusations that are leading to threats against him -- all to raise political cash.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. government’s top infectious disease expert, angrily accused Senator Rand Paul of making false accusations that are leading to threats against him -- all to raise political cash.
Prince George's County to begin handing out free at-home COVID-19 test kits
Prince George's County will begin handing out free, at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits this week, according to County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.
Prince George's County will begin handing out free, at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits this week, according to County Executive Angela Alsobrooks.
UCSF researchers: Binax home tests highly accurate in detecting omicron
Researchers at UCSF said the Binax home test is effective in detecting omicron.
Researchers at UCSF said the Binax home test is effective in detecting omicron.
Montgomery County considering COVID-19 vaccine passport proposal
The Montgomery County Council is considering a proposal for a COVID-19 vaccine passport that would be required for patrons to enter bars, restaurants and other businesses.
The Montgomery County Council is considering a proposal for a COVID-19 vaccine passport that would be required for patrons to enter bars, restaurants and other businesses.
FOX 5 EXCLUSIVE: Montgomery County sheds light on public schools' 5% guidance controversy
In an exclusive interview with FOX 5, the Director of Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Dr. Raymond Crowel, provided more insight behind MCPS’ abrupt decision to change the COVID-19 policy last week, which focused on a 5% COVID-19 positive case metric for guidance.
In an exclusive interview with FOX 5, the Director of Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Dr. Raymond Crowel, provided more insight behind MCPS’ abrupt decision to change the COVID-19 policy last week, which focused on a 5% COVID-19 positive case metric for guidance.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam issues 30-day emergency order to help hospitals
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam took steps on Monday to increase Virginia’s hospital capacity and support healthcare workers responding to COVID-19 after a record number of hospitalizations were posted on Friday.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam took steps on Monday to increase Virginia’s hospital capacity and support healthcare workers responding to COVID-19 after a record number of hospitalizations were posted on Friday.
Health officials let COVID-infected nurses and healthcare workers keep working
California health authorities announced over the weekend that hospital staff members who test positive but are symptom-free can continue working. Some hospitals in Rhode Island and Arizona have likewise told employees they can stay on the job if they have no symptoms or just mild ones.
California health authorities announced over the weekend that hospital staff members who test positive but are symptom-free can continue working. Some hospitals in Rhode Island and Arizona have likewise told employees they can stay on the job if they have no symptoms or just mild ones.
Pfizer: Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine human trials to begin late January
Pfizer confirmed it plans to start human trials of its omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine later this month, potentially making it available to the public as soon as March.
Pfizer confirmed it plans to start human trials of its omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine later this month, potentially making it available to the public as soon as March.
Empty grocery store shelves could take months to get restocked
Grocery store shelves are empty yet again, and it could reportedly be months before they’re restocked.
Grocery store shelves are empty yet again, and it could reportedly be months before they’re restocked.
Senate bill would require states to mandate voter ID along with vaccine passport
As lawmakers in the DMV consider mandating vaccine passports, a new senate bill would require them to also make voters prove who they are when they vote.
As lawmakers in the DMV consider mandating vaccine passports, a new senate bill would require them to also make voters prove who they are when they vote.
Montgomery County offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits to residents
Montgomery County residents can pick up free, rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits at any Montgomery County Public Library beginning Monday.
Montgomery County residents can pick up free, rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits at any Montgomery County Public Library beginning Monday.
Montgomery County parents speak out on district's handling of COVID-19 at town hall
County Councilman Tom Hucker hosted a town hall for Montgomery County Public School parents Sunday afternoon, discussing the district's latest response to COVID-19.
County Councilman Tom Hucker hosted a town hall for Montgomery County Public School parents Sunday afternoon, discussing the district's latest response to COVID-19.
CDC guidelines: When is the best time to get tested for COVID-19 after exposure?
With COVID-19 cases rising related to the omicron variant, the CDC explains the best time to get tested for the virus after exposure.
With COVID-19 cases rising related to the omicron variant, the CDC explains the best time to get tested for the virus after exposure.
Mother charged after son found in trunk of car at COVID-19 testing site, DA says
A Houston-area mother is charged after her teen son was found in the trunk of her car at a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site, according to court documents. She says her son had tested positive for COVID-19 and was trying to prevent her exposure.
A Houston-area mother is charged after her teen son was found in the trunk of her car at a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site, according to court documents. She says her son had tested positive for COVID-19 and was trying to prevent her exposure.