Baby Boom Forecast Busts In North Carolina
Predictions of a baby boom during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown have gone bust in North Carolina, according to a team of researchers.
New Data Shows Positive COVID Trends in Mecklenburg County
New data shows positive trends when it comes to COVID deaths in Mecklenburg County. The Health Department did not report any new COVID-related deaths during the last week of June.
Health Officials Investigate Possible Exposure Of Hepatitis A At Waffle House In Concord
Cabarrus Health Alliance officials are investigating a possible exposure of Hepatitis A at a Waffle House in Concord. Impacted individuals should get vaccinated before July 5th.
"No Swimming" Advisory Lifted For Part Of Lake Norman After Sewage Spill
A "No Swimming" advisory was lifted on Friday for a cove on Lake Norman, after an incident on June 30th where untreated sewage was released into the waterway.
Cooper Vetoes Bill That Would Have Stopped Federal Benefits
Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed legislation Friday that would have ended additional federal benefits created during the pandemic for North Carolinaβs unemployed before the program expires nationwide. His action counters trends by Republican governors to no longer accept the supplemental payments.
Report Shows Minimal COVID Transmission Within N.C. Schools
A report published on Wednesday shows COVID-19 transmission within North Carolina schools is low and best mitigated by mask wearing.
Local Restaurants Hoping for Boost with Return of Charlotte Restaurant Week
After a difficult year for the restaurant industry, local eateries are hoping for a boost with the return of Charlotte Restaurant Week - July 16th - 25th. The event got cancelled last year due to restrictions on indoor dining.
North Carolina Announces First COVID Vaccine Lottery Winners
North Carolina on Monday announced its first COVID-19 vaccine lottery winners of a $1 million cash prize and $125,000 college scholarship.
SC Officials Offer Free Testing For HIV, Sexual Diseases
To mark National HIV Testing Day, South Carolina health officials are offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases later this week.
States Hesitant To Adopt Digital COVID Vaccine Verification
Customers wanting to wine, dine and unwind to live music at the City Wineryβs flagship restaurant in New York must show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination to get in. But thatβs not required at most other dining establishments in the city. And itβs not necessary at other City Winery sites around the U.S.
North Carolina Remains Near Bottom In COVID-19 Vaccinations
Less than half of North Carolinians eligible for a COVID-19 shot are fully vaccinated, even though there are more than 2.1 million doses waiting on shelves for residents to take.
South Carolina Governor To Sign COVID Liability Bill
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is heading to a restaurant just across the river from the Statehouse for a ceremonial signing Thursday of a bill preventing people with COVID-19 from suing businesses.
NC Draws First Vaccine Lottery Winner, But Do The Cash Incentives Work?
The first million dollar covid vaccine lottery drawing was completed on Wednesday.Β The North Caorlina promotion is part of an effort to increase the rate of vaccinations, which still trails the national average.
Vaccine Sites In 44 N.C. Counties To Offer Cash Incentives
Health officials say the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is expanding the number of locations providing $25 Summer Cards for getting the COVID vaccine.
Edge: Students Sue University Over Vaccination Policy
Students at Indiana University have filed a federal lawsuit claiming the school is violating their rights and the state's passport law.
Biden Promotes Milestone Of 300M Vaccine Shots In 150 Days
President Joe Biden took a cautious victory lap Friday in his quest to bring the COVID-19 pandemic under control, announcing that 300 million vaccine shots have been administered in the 150 days since he took office.
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge To Obama Health Law
The Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the Obama era health care law, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Americans.
US COVID-19 Deaths Hit 600,000, Equal To Yearly Cancer Toll
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 topped 600,000 on Tuesday, even as the vaccination drive has drastically brought down daily cases and fatalities and allowed the country to emerge from the gloom and look forward to summer.
VP Harris In South Carolina To Push COVID Vaccination Drive
Vice President Kamala Harris visited South Carolina on Monday to kick off a nationwide push to vaccinate millions more Americans against the coronavirus as July 4 holiday celebrations loom.
Novavax: Large Study Finds COVID-19 Shot About 90% Effective
Vaccine maker Novavax said Monday its COVID-19 shot was highly effective against the disease and also protected against variants in a large study in the U.S. and Mexico, potentially offering the world yet another weapon against the virus at a time when developing countries are desperate for doses.
Governor Cooper Extends State Of Emergency In North Carolina Until July 30th
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order on Friday extending North Carolina's COVID-19 state of emergency until July 30th.
VP Harris Making Southern Stops To Promote Vaccination
Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden administrationβs top environmental official are making stops in several Southern states to promote an intensive White House coronavirus vaccination effort.
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