Sharp HealthCare announced Tuesday that 2,000 appointment slots have opened up at vaccine stations run by the health system, which recently received a new batch of doses from the county. That includes two vaccine superstations in Chula Vista and La Mesa, as well as a […]
Day: February 16, 2021
COVID is keeping kids away from the dentist, especially if they’re on Medicaid
Some 32% of parents report that the pandemic has made it harder to get their kids preventive dental care, a new study says, with Medicaid beneficiaries more likely than privately insured people to encounter issues. Six in 10 parents have attempted to get their child […]
Shelby County Health Department announces new COVID-19 vaccine site in Raleigh/Frayser communities
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris said, “Communities of color have been hit hard during the pandemic and for generations before. Health equity must be a top priority. We believe our vaccine dispensing sites demonstrate that. We’ve opened sites in Whitehaven, South Memphis, and now, Raleigh.”
First FEMA Covid-19 mass vaccination sites open in California amid supply shortage
By Sarah Moon, CNN Updated 1:05 PM ET, Tue February 16, 2021
LIVE: Gov. DeWine updates COVID-19 response, vaccine rollout
COLUMBUS, Ohio (FOX19) – Gov. Mike DeWine will give a 2 p.m. update on the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Stimulus checks, school and business aid: Highlights of COVID-19 relief bill in House
The legislation provides a rebate that amounts to $1,400 for a single taxpayer, or $2,800 for a married couple that files jointly, plus $1,400 per dependent. Individuals earning up to $75,000 would get the full amount as would married couples with incomes up to $150,000.
Covid-19 Live Updates: Newly Reported U.S. Cases at Lowest Since October
By Adam Martin Newly reported Covid-19 cases in the U.S. fell to their lowest level in nearly four months over Presidents Day weekend, and daily reported deaths declined sharply from a recent spike. There were 53,883 new cases reported for Monday, according to the latest […]
Hidalgo County Health Clinics redirect health services and COVID-19 vaccine distributions – KGBT
Harlingen, Texas (KVEO)— Due to the cold, some COVID-19 vaccine clinics have postponed the distribution for the second dose, but health officials say it won’t interfere with its effectiveness. Dr. James Castillo, Cameron County Health Authority, told KVEO it is okay if the process is […]
Olmsted County receives $154K grant to help with COVID-19 vaccine rollout
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) — The Minnesota Department of Health awarded Olmsted County a $154,679 grant to help with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in the county. According to a news release from Olmsted County on Tuesday, MDH is allocating $6.9 million to local public […]
Olmsted County receives $154K grant to help with COVID-19 vaccine rollout
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) — The Minnesota Department of Health awarded Olmsted County a $154,679 grant to help with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in the county. According to a news release from Olmsted County on Tuesday, MDH is allocating $6.9 million to local public […]