‘It hit me like a wall’: This is what it’s like to have a breakthrough case of COVID-19

The Globe spoke with numerous individuals in the region who received the shot and got sick to varying degrees. Here are their stories.

COVID could lead to cognitive decline, especially among older adults, new research suggests

Preliminary research presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Denver this week suggests that coronavirus infections might lead to lasting cognitive impairment, especially among older people.

RI HEALTH

Central Falls will require face masks in city buildings

“We know what it’s like when COVID spreads like wildfire,” Mayor Maria Rivera says.

Packed minivans line up for COVID tests in Utah as children fall sick

A steady stream of vehicles flowed through the Covid-19 testing site in American Fork, Utah, a town in the youngest county of the state that has the youngest population in the U.S. On this recent Friday, many were minivans packed with children.

Delta airlines eases ticket rules for rest of 2021 due to pandemic

Delta Air Lines is loosening restrictions on basic economy tickets to reduce the deluge of frustrated travelers facing hours-long waits on customer service phone lines.

Some US hot spots near point where UK’s Delta surge reversed

Some Covid-19 hot spots in the U.S. are nearing the point at which delta-variant surges in other countries flamed out.

RI EDUCATION

Do you need a COVID-19 vaccine before going to school in Rhode Island?

Most colleges and universities require students and, in some cases, employees, to be vaccinated before coming to campus in fall 2021. Here’s where each school stands.