The FDA now says it's safe to bring dogs to restaurants with outdoor seating.The new guidance came in an update to the 2022 FDA food code. The FDA stated that its health rules "allow for pet dogs in outdoor dining areas, where approved."
A new study found Pfizer's COVID vaccine provided very little protection against Omicron in kids ages 5 to 11. Why a local doctor says you should still get your children vaccinated.
If you had Omicron and recovered, is natural immunity better than vaccine immunity? The answer might just depend on which variant you are exposed to next.
With COVID cases on the downward trend in Arizona, many are wondering what's after Omicron? Is there another new variant we need to watch out for or could we really be headed to the endemic phase?
The COVID vaccine for our youngest children was supposed to be considered by the FDA Tuesday but that got postponed. Now, many parents are wondering is there a safety concern?
Researchers are working on one COVID vaccine that would work on not just the variants we know about but future variants as well. A local doctor explains the challenges.
If the COVID vaccine for children ages six months up to five-years-old is granted Emergency Use Authorization, that leaves babies younger than six months as the only age group without a vaccine. We spoke with a local doctor about why that age group was not included in the study and how there are other ways besides a vaccine to give them protection.
Pfizer is now asking for Emergency Use Authorization for its two dose regimen for children six months up to five years. However, not long ago it was believed two COVID shots may not be enough for some children in this category. A Tucson doctor explains why this is happening and how much protection your child will get.
We know Stealth Omicron is a sub-variant of Omicron but just how different are they and what does this mean for vaccine efficacy? An expert at ASU weighs in.
A new sub-variant of Omicron is being dubbed Stealth Omicron because it may be harder to detect. An expert at ASU explains why that is and why it may not be so stealthy after all.
During the pandemic, we've talked a lot about antibodies. However, with Omicron, that conversation is shifting toward T cells. An Arizona expert explains why.
Why is it that when a new variant comes out, the previous one just seems to disappear? A Tucson doctor explains why this happens and cautions, the previous variants are not completely gone.
Are there any new health concerns with 12 to 15-year-olds getting the booster? Can children ages five through 11 get the booster? When will children younger than five get their first dose of the vaccine? We answer some of parents' top questions.
Why is it that two doses of an MRNA COVID vaccine are not enough against Omicron but three are? A local doctor explains as we take a look at how much more protection you get from the booster.
The makers of the Pfizer COVID vaccine say three doses can neutralize Omicron. However, hear why one local expert says that does not paint the whole picture about how well the vaccine works to keep you from getting sick.
Some Americans are hesitant to get the booster shot when many others around the world have not had the chance to get their first shot. Why one local expert says you should get the booster and do so, guilt-free.