A new vaccination site will open in Columbia this week. Beginning Wednesday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m., FEMA, the state of South Carolina, and Richland County will be providing vaccines at Columbia Place Mall.
DHEC reports 453 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and no additional deaths in South Carolina.
Officials say the U.S. is facing new challenges in the fight against the coronavirus. Over the weekend, a record breaking 4.6 million Americans were vaccinated in just one day, but a rise in cases is threatening a fourth wave of the pandemic.
Officials with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control are urging South Carolinians to remain vigilant in the fight against COVID-19. DHEC held a media briefing Friday afternoon.
Many in our society have celebrated the incredible scientific accomplishment of developing safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines in record time. As vaccine rollout continues throughout the country, we are learning that some parts of our society are particularly hesitant about receiving the vaccine.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Officials are warning the public not to buy the coronavirus vaccine online. Cyber security firm, Check Point, has been investigating COVID-19 related advertisements on the dark web for months for things like negative coronavirus tests and now, vaccines.
According to Johns Hopkins University, the United States has now surpassed more than 560,000 deaths from COVID-19. As vaccinations ramp up, Johnson & Johnson is warning about a drop in the supply of its vaccine next week.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control wants to remind all South Carolinians that the best vaccine you can get is the one in your arm. During their board meeting Thursday, health officials say nearly seven million COVID-19 tests have been conducted in the state, and more than 2.3 million vaccines have been administered.
One beer company wants to give you free beer, but only if you get vaccinated. Starting Monday April 12, if you post your vaccination sticker or bandage, the company will send you $7 through the Cash App for a beer at your favorite bar.
