DHEC reports record number of new COVID-19 cases in the state
Today, DHEC reported a new daily record of COVID-19 cases.
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Looking back on 2021: The impact of the delta variant
ABC Columbia is counting down the biggest stories of 2021. Before there was omicron, there was the delta variant. Josh Berry looks back on delta’s impact.
DHEC: 5,911 new cases of COVID-19, 10 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 5,911 new cases of COVID-19 and 10 additional virus related deaths in the state.
DHEC: 3,391 new cases of COVID-19, seven additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 3,391 new cases of COVID-19 and seven additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.
New COVID-19 cases in US soar to highest levels on record
More than a year after the vaccine was rolled out, new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. have soared to the highest level on record at over 265,000 per day on average.
Research finds preventable COVID-19 hospitalizations cost hospitals about $14 billion
Preventable COVID-19 hospitalizations cost about $14 billion during the delta surge.
DHEC: 2,220 new cases of COVID-19, 23 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 2,220 new cases of COVID-19 and 23 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina. This is the highest daily case total since October 1, according to DHEC.
Pfizer adding third dose to vaccine trials for kids under 5
Parents with children under 5-years-old will have to wait a bit longer for a COVID-19 vaccine for their kids.
Health experts warn about the danger of COVID-19 and the flu this winter
Health experts are warning about a “double whammy” of COVID-19 and flu this winter. Adding to those concerns, research shows the seasonal flu vaccines don’t match one of the main strains currently circulating.
More vaccine booster mandates emerging in the country
In an effort to combat the omicron variant, businesses could soon require their employees to get a booster shot. Public health officials say getting a booster helps provide protection against omicron.
