Dr. Anthony Fauci’s new timeline on when most Americans can expect to be vaccinated
There’s a new timeline by Dr. Anthony Fauci on when he thinks most Americans can expect to be eligible for their coronavirus vaccine.
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State Superintendent Spearman: Vaccines for teachers can help ensure schools remain open
With the South Carolina Senate voting to move teachers and school staff to phase 1A of vaccination distribution, the Department of Education is making plans if that measure become law.
DHEC: SC remains among the top in the nation for vaccine administration
South Carolina continues to be among the nation’s leaders in distributing the vaccine.
DHEC: 2,070 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 45 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Study says 40% of U.S. coronavirus deaths could have been prevented
A new report found that 40% of America’s COVID-19 deaths could have been prevented. The Lancet Commission on Public Policy and Health found that many people didn’t take the pandemic seriously at the beginning.
Consumer News: Free wings from Hooters, Uber losses during the pandemic and more!
You could get 10 free wings from Hooters this Valentine’s Day, if you destroy a picture of your ex. Every year, Hooters has a “Shred Your Ex” event on Valentine’s Day, meaning you can bring in a picture of your ex and put it through their shredders.
CDC releases new quarantine guidelines for those fully vaccinated against COVID-19
New guidance on quarantine has come out pertaining to those who are fully vaccinated against coronavirus. A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests there are two ways to better protect yourself and other from the virus.
DHEC addresses current vaccine supply concerns
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control held a board meeting Thursday morning and discussed current vaccine supply issues, as well as concerns that not enough people will get the vaccine even when it becomes available.
Health officials say the COVID-19 vaccine appears to be safe for pregnant women
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the COVID-19 vaccine appears to be safe for pregnant women.
Bishopville vaccination event scheduled for February 17
A vaccination event for those 65 and older will take place Wednesday, February 17 in Bishopville.
