NIH launches research effort to understand MIS-C, other effects of COVID-19 on children

It’s a segment of the population that accounts for roughly 13% of the total cases of COVID-19 in the United States: children. Now, the National Institutes of Health is launching a new research effort to better understand how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, affects adolescents.

Thousands at Oakland Coliseum received wrong vaccine dosage, medical staff say

Thousands of people at the Oakland Coliseum received the wrong dosage of Pfizer vaccine on Monday because of an orange-capped syringe. But the problem has been fixed and state officials said there's no reason to panic.

Stillborn baby tests positive for COVID-19 in 2nd reported case in Israel

The mother, who was 36 weeks pregnant, was admitted to the hospital and tested positive for COVID-19, according to reports. Lab tests revealed the fetus was also infected with the virus and had died in the womb.

Van Gogh exhibit DC edition promises ‘immersive experience’

An exhibit billed as "Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience" is coming to D.C. – and it’s tailor-made for the pandemic era.

Brazil coronavirus variant capable of reinfecting those who already had COVID-19, research suggests

Researchers found that the Brazil variant, called P.1, is between 1.4 and 2.2 times more transmissible than other coronavirus strains and appears to be better at escaping natural immunity.

Three more mass vaccination sites to open in Maryland, except not in Montgomery County

Should the state place a COVID-19 mass vaccination site in Montgomery County? County officials seem to think so. However, Governor Larry Hogan did not address the possibility during Tuesday’s press conference.

Fauci donates his personal 3D COVID-19 model to Smithsonian

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the face of the U.S. government’s pandemic response, has donated his personal 3D model of the COVID-19 virus to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

Woman allegedly goes on shopping spree after receiving $150K COVID-19 loan

A North Carolina woman was indicted for fraudulently obtaining a COVID-19 small business loan amounting to nearly $150,000, and is accused of using it to shop at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Louis Vuitton and other retailers, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Pharmacies v. state vaccination sites: where's it easier to get an appointment?

We’re learning more about what people are going through to get a coronavirus shot. The vaccine options are growing nationwide and the D.C. area is no exception – and now, private pharmacies are jumping in to help, including CVS.

Mom warns other parents after toddler dies from swallowing button battery

A Texas mother is warning other parents after her 17-month-old toddler died last month after swallowing a battery, which started to erode while inside her body.

Maryland man claims he was mailed 23 fraudulent UI debit cards

Maryland’s Department of Labor will be transitioning to direct payments in April 2021 as authorities continue to investigate an increase in unemployment insurance scams. This includes one case being looked into right now where a Baltimore-area man claims to have received at least 23 fraudulent unemployment insurance debit cards from "investors."

US will have enough COVID-19 vaccines for all adults by end of May, Biden says

President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.