Of first 1.82 million immunized, only 0.07% became virus positive, 122 were hospitalized, 23 died. If everyone had shots, we'd only need a ‘few dozen’ virus beds, says top MD

Bill provides $1,400 payments to individuals, extends emergency unemployment benefits; two Democrats vote with Republicans against plan

Medical professionals warn efforts to get all-important unvaccinated segment of Israel's adult population inoculated could take a hit if the nighttime closure is unevenly enforced

Research shows extra-infectious virus variant has proven 45% more transmissible in country, but vaccination halted its rise among at-risk populations, saving ‘many’ lives

Scientists, in peer-reviewed study: ’Cytokine storm,’ an immune overreaction, could be prevented by substance that is already FDA-approved for food and dietary supplements

United Hatzalah and Claims Conference reaching out to 20,000 homebound, offering to arrange a shot appointment and transport them, often with a scenic stop along the way

Expert says case 'raises a red flag' regarding dangers of coronavirus to pregnant women, especially the now-dominant British variant; 30-week pregnant woman had not been vaccinated

Mayo Clinic findings show vaccine gives 75% protection 15 days after 1st dose, rising to 83% after 36 days; figure climbs to 89% for people who received both doses

Doctors say research answers if first booster can be delayed, one of the most burning vaccine questions internationally; doesn’t prove how long impact of 1st dose alone will last

Ronni Gamzu says high case count, together with high vaccination rates, may cause the virus to evolve to 'escape mutation'; but he voices optimism on collective protection