FDA OKs Mixing COVID Vaccines; Backs Moderna, J&J Boosters
U.S. regulators are extending COVID-19 boosters to Americans who got the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
White House Details Plans To Vaccinate 28M Children Age 5-11
Kids aged 5 to 11 will soon be able to get a COVID-19 shot at their pediatricianβs office, local pharmacy and potentially even their school.
Former Secretary Of State Colin Powell Has Died Of Covid-19 Complications, Family Says
The first Black U.S. Secretary of State and former Joint Chiefs chairman Colin Powell has died due to COVID-19 complications Monday morning, his family said on Facebook. He was 84.
Former Panthers QB Cam Newton Says He's Vaccinated, Ready To Play Football Again
Former Panthers and Patriots Quarterback Cam Newton says he's vaccinated against COVID-19 and ready to play football again. Newton posted a video on YouTube on Sunday, showing him getting the shot, while also calling the choice to get vaccinated a "personal decision."
CMS Launches Search For Academic Support Services To Help Students Whose Learning Was Disrupted By The COVID-19 PandemicΒ
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools launched an initiative on Friday to bring in additional resources to support students whose learning has been significantly disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Restaurant Owners Focusing On Company Culture And Balance To Entice New Hires
Restaurant workers are leaving the industry in droves. Charlotte area restaurants are working on ways to recruit new employees and keep them motivated.Β
FDA Panel Endorses Lower-Dose Moderna COVID Shot For Booster
U.S. health advisers said Thursday that some Americans who received Modernaβs COVID-19 vaccine should get a half-dose booster to bolster protection against the virus.
Health Officials To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic In Mecklenburg CountyΒ On October 16th
Mecklenburg County Public Health officials will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Charlotte on Saturday, October 16th.
Cabarrus County Businesses Impacted By COVID Can Apply For Grants By October 15th
The deadline for Cabarrus County small businesses impacted by COVID-19 to apply for one-time grants of up to $10,000 is Friday.Β
Nearly All State Health Workers Vaccinated In North Carolina
North Carolina officials announced Monday that nearly all of the 10,000 employees working in 14 state-operated health care facilities are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Mecklenburg County Government Employees At 84% Vaccination Rate
As of Oct. 11, 2021, 84% of Mecklenburg County employees are fully vaccinated. The latest data reflects a 10.2 percentage point increase in the overall vaccination rate, which was 73.8% on Sept.16, 2021.
Merck Asks US FDA To Authorize Promising Anti-COVID Pill
Drugmaker Merck asked U.S. regulators Monday to authorize its pill against COVID-19 in what would add an entirely new and easy-to-use weapon to the worldβs arsenal against the pandemic.
Russians Flock To Serbia For Western-Made COVID-19 Vaccines
When Russian regulators approved the countryβs own coronavirus vaccine, it was a moment of national pride, and the Pavlov family was among those who rushed to take the injection. But international health authorities have not yet given their blessing to the Sputnik V shot.
City of Charlotte Announces Reopening Of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center Beginning Oct. 18
The City of Charlotte announced Friday that the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center will start to open back up to the public on Monday, Oct. 18.
Charlotte To Require New Hires To Get Vaccinated
All new Charlotte city hires must get a COVID-19 vaccine, city officials told employees in an email Wednesday.
Pfizer Asks US To Allow COVID Shots For Kids Ages 5 To 11
Pfizer asked the U.S. government Thursday to allow use of its COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11 -- and if regulators agree, shots could begin within a matter of weeks.
Fed Up By Pandemic, U.S. Food Workers Launch Rare Strikes
A summer of labor unrest at U.S. food manufacturers has stretched into fall, as pandemic-weary workers continue to strike for better pay.
Iredell County Sergeant Dies From COVID Complications
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office announced on Wednesday that one of their own sergeants has died from COVID-19 complications.
Union Co. Parents Protest COVID Contact Tracing Notification Delays
Delays in contact tracing had parents protesting again outside Tuesday night's Union County School Board Meeting. Some say its taking more than a week before they're being notified about possible COVID exposures.
North Carolina COVID Trends Improve Despite Low Vaccinations
While spread of COVID-19 remains high, transmission of the virus has noticeably declined in North Carolina over the last two weeks, according to new health department data released Monday.
J&J Seeks US Clearance For COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses
Johnson & Johnson asked the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday to allow extra shots of its COVID-19 vaccine as the U.S. government moves toward expanding its booster campaign to millions more vaccinated Americans.
Live Nation To Require Negative COVID Test Or Proof Of Vaccination For Concert Attendees
Live Nation announced that all of its fully owned and operated venues along with festivals across the U.S. will require attendees, artists and staff to be fully vaccinated or show a negative test result for entry starting on Oct. 4.
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