With the holidays approaching, officials worried about possible COVID-19 surge
As millions prepare for the upcoming holidays, officials are concerned about a possible spike of COVID-19 later in the year.
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CDC: More than one million kids under age 12 have received a COVID-19 shot
The CDC reports that more than one million children under the age of 12 have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.
COVID-19 cases on the uptick across the country
Nationally, COVID-19 cases are once again ticking up.
DHEC: 536 new cases of COVID-19, one new death in SC
DHEC reports 536 new cases of COVID-19 and one new death in the Palmetto State.
Vaccines ramp up for kids ages 5-11, but COVID-19 cases in kids are rising
Vaccinations for kids ages 5-11 are ramping up, but still cases of COVID-19 in kids are on the rise again in the United States.
TOO EARLY TO DITCH THE MASKS? DHEC official urges people to follow health guidelines
“We are well versed in hurricane season here. I don’t know if we are in the eye of the storm or if the storm has fully passed,” Dr. Knoche said.
US gives final clearance to COVID-19 shots for kids 5 to 11
By Lauran Neergaard and Mike Stobbe
The announcement by CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky came only hours after an advisory panel unanimously decided Pfizer’s shots should be opened to the 28 million youngsters in that age group.
US panel urges kids 5-11 get COVID shots, final OK due soon
By Lauran Neergaard and Mike Stobbe
An influential advisory panel on Tuesday recommended kid-size doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, putting the U.S. on the brink of a major expansion of vaccinations. A final decision was expected within hours.
DHEC: 424 new cases of COVID-19, 13 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 424 new cases of COVID-19 and 13 additional deaths in the state.
Moderna says the FDA needs more time to review its COVID-19 for teens
Moderna says the Food and Drug Administration needs more time to review its COVID-19 vaccine in teenagers. Moderna says the FDA wants to review the risk of heart inflammation in its vaccine in children and teens ages 12-17.
