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An Illinois service partnered with the health department to vaccinate vulnerable populations in homeless shelters, nursing homes, jails and congregate living facilities
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Officials said the incident was the result of “human error” and an issue with the vaccine eligibility process
The temporary raises would be paid for through federal relief funds and apply to both public and private sector employees
Listen as author Jennifer Murphy recounts her time on the streets of New York City during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it inspired her recent book
A committee formed to provide input on the monument design includes representatives from FDNY and other first responder unions
West Benton Firefighter Luis Lopez, 42, volunteered for more than 12 years and was well-known in the community
The agency set aside $2 billion to reimburse families affected by deaths related to the pandemic
Cities and counties will receive $130 billion in aid for COVID-19 response
Learn about grants that can help fire agencies recover costs for COVID-19.
The one-time payments are part of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposal for spending Florida’s share of American Rescue Plan funds
EMS and fire personnel are asked to participate in the HERO-TOGETHER study to share their experience
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