In Reversal, FDA Puts Brakes On COVID Shots For Kids Under 5
U.S. regulators have put the brakes on their push to speed Pfizerβs COVID-19 vaccine to children under 5. Friday's move means another monthslong delay for the shots.
Caldwell County Schools Vote To Make Masks Optional
During an emergency meeting Friday morning, the Caldwell County School Board voted to make masks optional.
North Carolina Gives Mecklenburg County 60 Days To Fix Jail Issues
A North Carolina state agency has given the Mecklenburg County jail 60 days to fix a yearlong staffing shortage which it says has made the facility unsafe.
New NC Advice Seeks To Keep More Virus-Exposed Kids In Class
North Carolina health officials have released new guidance for K-12 schools that are designed to keep more students and staff in class even if they've been exposed to someone with COVID-19.
New Report Says More Than A Dozen NC Hospitals Not Complying With Pay Transparency Law
One year after a law requiring hospitals to post their real prices online went into effect, a report by PatientRightsAdvocate.org says a large majority of hospitals continue to hide the cost of care from consumers.
SC Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill, House Up Next
South Carolina senators have approved medical marijuana legislation in South Carolina.
Millions In Tax Dollars Flow To Anti-Abortion Centers In US
Anti-abortion centers across the country are receiving tens of millions of tax dollars to talk women out of ending their pregnancies.
Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19 In Fort Mill On Saturday
Health Force, LLC, will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fort Mill School District located on Deerfield Drive.Β
NCDHHS: Wastewater Tested for COVID-19
North Carolina wastewater monitoring data will now be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention national COVID Data Tracker website.
COVID Falling In 49 Of 50 States As Deaths Near 900,000
With the brutal omicron wave rapidly easing its grip, new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. are falling in 49 of the 50 states, even as the nationβs death toll closes in on another bleak round number: 900,000.
The Symptoms And Circumstances That Will Tell You It's Time To Take Your At-Home Covid Test
How do you know when to take an at-home covid test? Dr. Arin Piramzadian with Starmed Healthcare says to use them when you have symptoms.
Gaston County Health Department Partners Up To Host Vaxathon On Saturday
Residents 5-years-old and up can get their initial COVID vaccine or a booster dose this Saturday as community partners hold the first Gaston County Vaxathon from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Medicare Opens Up Access To Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
The Biden administration says people with Medicare will be able to get up to eight free over-the-counter COVID-19 tests per month, starting in early spring.
NC Panel Rejects Vaccine Mandate For High School Seniors
A North Carolina state health panel has declined to require high school seniors to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
New Zealand To End Quarantine Stays And Reopen Its Borders
New Zealandβs government will end its quarantine requirements for incoming travelers and reopen its borders.
Mecklenburg Co. To Resume At Home COVID-19 Test Kit Distribution Program
eginning Monday, February 7th, residents across Mecklenburg County can once again get their hands on free at-home COVID-19 tests at designated library branches and health department locations.
Army To Immediately Start Discharging Vaccine Refusers
The Army says it will immediately begin discharging soldiers who have refused to get the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine, putting more than 3,300 service members at risk of being thrown out soon.
Caldwell County To Give Community Free N-95 Masks
The Caldwell County Health Department, public library, and emergency services are working together to provide free N-95 masks to the community starting on Wednesday.
Federal Emergency Medical Team Arrives At Atrium Health Pineville
Federal medical emergency services are in Charlotte to helpΒ with the surge of hospitalizations due to Covid.Β
Birth Control Without Prescription Now Available In NC
Women in North Carolina are now able to obtain birth control pills and patches from a pharmacy without a prescription.
AP Source: US Urges Pfizer To Apply For Under-5 COVID Shots
U.S. regulators are urging drugmaker Pfizer to apply for emergency authorization for a two-dose regimen of its COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months to 5 years old.
First-Ever Behavioral Health Urgent Care Facility In Development For Mecklenburg County
Former Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith announced Monday the development of the Smith Family Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC), a first-of-its-kind facility in Mecklenburg County, that is expected to open in early 2023 in east Charlotte.
Moderna Announces Full US Approval For Its COVID-19 Vaccine
Moderna says U.S. health regulators have given full approval to its COVID-19 vaccine after reviewing additional data on its safety and effectiveness.
Mecklenburg County To Distribute At Home COVID-19 Test Kits On Jan. 29
Officials say COVID-19 test kit distribution sites in Mecklenburg County will open later on Saturday due to forecasted winter weather.
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Offer Healthcare Workers Free Admission For February
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is offering a 'thank you' to hospital and healthcare workers for their ongoing service during the pandemic by offering free admission during the month of February.Β
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