Fauci believes wave of vaccine mandates could follow full FDA approval

Dr. Anthony Fauci, says he's hopeful that the Food and Drug Administration will give full approval to the coronavirus vaccine by month’s end, which could usher in a wave of vaccine mandates in the private sector as well as schools and universities.

Some in US getting COVID-19 boosters without FDA approval

The U.S. government has not yet approved booster shots against the virus, saying it has yet to see evidence they are necessary.

Maryland company’s product detects COVID-19 by testing air quality

A Maryland company is responsible for a new product that can detect COVID-19 particles by testing air quality – and some believe it could be a game changer for schools and businesses.

Keeping your kids safe when they're too young to be vaccinated

Masks are back, COVID cases are on the rise – and it’s got a lot of parents concerned about children who are too young to be vaccinated.

Baltimore company launches device that detects COVID-19, flu

The product, called ViraWarn, uses biosensing technology to actively screen air within indoor spaces and immediately alert occupants when COVID-19 or other viruses are sensed.

DC gyms asking to be exempt from mask mandate if they require customers be vaccinated

Gyms in D.C. are asking Mayor Muriel Bowser to exempt them from the mask mandate put in place last month if they require all patrons of their businesses to be vaccinated.

Yelp feature allows users to find businesses requiring COVID-19 vaccination

The company announced two free features for businesses — “proof of vaccination required” and “all staff fully vaccinated” — to help consumers understand how a business is currently operating amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

DC issues Boil Water Advisory for parts of Northeast after E. coli concerns

The District has issued a Boil Water Advisory for portions of the Northeast due to the possibility of elevated levels of E. coli/coliform bacteria.

Delta variant accounts for 93% of US COVID-19 cases, CDC estimates

CDC data shows the delta variant makes up 83.4% of COVID cases in the United States. But when combined with its sublineages, that number grows to 93.4%.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required at some DC bars

New York City is making headlines as the first in the nation to require proof of vaccination for indoor dining, gyms and entertainment activities -- and now similar policies are popping up at bars in the District.

Virginia child dies from COVID-19 complications, health officials confirm

The Virginia Department of Health announced Thursday that a child in the Eastern Region of the state has died from COVID-19 complications.