(CNN) — As cases continue to decline here in South Carolina and much of the United States, that highly contagious COVID-19 variant “Delta” first found overseas is now spreading here at home. Wednesday Doctor Anthony Fauci called for action to help to prevent the strain from becoming dominant in the United States and un-doing the significant progress we’ve had thus…
(CNN) — After more than a year coping with the loss of loved ones, and shuttering businesses the United States is now reaching a milestone in the pandemic. Half of states have fully vaccinated at least 50 percent of their adults. As Isabel Rosales reports, this progress translates to easing mask mandates, packed sporting events, and restaurants as they get…
(CNN) — Despite a dip in vaccinations, COVID-19 cases in the United States are dropping. Health officials say restrictions, that include wearing masks indoors could soon be lifted, as long as more people continue to get vaccinations. Mandy Gaither explains. Categories: Health, National News, News
Lexington,SC (WOLO) — Emotions rang high in and outside of the Lexington Richland meeting Monday night. Dozens of parents, teachers and students stood up for and against having to wear a mask option in school. Despite protests and various opinions on the mandate, the board ultimately voted in favor of allowing facial coverings to be optional, but strongly encourage their…
(CNN) — -The U.S. may never see herd immunity against COVID-19. That’s what at least one physician says. The good news is that even without herd immunity, most people could still be able to get back to their pre-pandemic lives. However, it is likely that a sizable percentage of Americans will choose to not get vaccinated at all. The Dean…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Don’t wait and just as important, don’t forget to get your second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. That is the message coming from the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The health agency says they’ve seen a number of people who are not returning for their second shot which can leave you unprotected. Keep in…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — In a statement released Friday, Governor Henry McMaster said that he would lift COVID-19 safety restrictions related for the sale of alcohol and mass gatherings. The governor says the termination of the “last call” order, which prohibited bars and restaurants from selling alcohol after 11 p.m., has been lifted as of today, Monday, March 1. According…
(CNN) — One CNN analyst says as many as a third of Americans may now have some degree of protection against COVID-19, but officials continue to urge those eligible for a vaccine, to get one. Mandy Gaither has more in your health minute. Categories: Health, National News, News
(CNN) — There are millions of Americans who are outting up a vrave battke agaibst cancer. But with a pandemic still ongoing, and cases continuing to rise, how is it effecting those living with preexisting conditions that puts them are at a higher risk if getting sick from COVID-19. Mandy Gaither reports on what one doctor has to say. Categories:…
Myrtle Beach,SC (WPDE) — Leaders with the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) say supplies are too low to include people ages 65 or older in vaccination efforts for now. Questions were raised after the federal government changed its guidelines to include that group. But as Nick Papantonis reports, it all boils down to supply and demand. Categories:…
