Consumer News: DoorDash to deliver COVID-19 test kits, Staples will laminate your vaccine card for free and more!
DoorDash announced it will begin same day deliveries of two COVID-19 tests across the United States.
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Columbia VA hosting two mass vaccination clinics for veterans this Saturday
The Columbia VA is hosting two mass vaccination clinics for veterans in the Midlands this Saturday. Veterans can get their shot either at Colonial Life Arena or at the Dorn VA Medical Center.
US: AstraZeneca may have used outdated info in vaccine trial
Results from a U.S. trial of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine may have used “outdated information,” U.S. federal health officials said…
AstraZeneca says its vaccine is 79% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID-19
AstraZeneca released results from its United States phase three vaccine trial Monday, saying it’s 79% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID-19 and 100% effective at preventing severe disease and hospitalization.
Consumer News: Gas prices take slight dip, getting vaccinated could get you a free donut and more!
Some good news for those filling up at the pump, gas prices have actually fallen. Right now, drivers in the Midlands are paying an average of $2.59 a gallon.
Lexington District Two holds vaccination event for teachers and staff
Teachers and other staff with Lexington School District Two got their COVID-19 vaccines Monday morning. School nurses administered the shots at an event at the Lexington Two Innovation Center.
DHEC: 343 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 16 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
AstraZeneca: US data shows vaccine effective for all ages
By Maria Cheng and Lauran Neergaard
AstraZenaca says its’ COVID-19 vaccine provided strong protection against sickness and eliminated hospitalizations and deaths for all ages.
654 cases of COVID-19, 35 deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, DHEC announced 654 new cases of COVID-19, and 35 new deaths in South Carolina. The state has now reported a total of 459,417 cases of the virus, and 7,953 South Carolinians have died. Of the 20,445 most recent tests taken, DHEC reports 4.3% came back positive. Categories: Local News, State Tags: COVID-19, DHEC
California woman helps senior neighbors book their vaccine appointments
For many, booking a COVID-19 vaccination can be a challenge. In Palm Springs, California, a group of senior citizens is getting help from a generous neighbor, who is asking absolutely nothing in return.
