Study projects COVID-19 could eventually become no more infectious than the common cold
A new study projects the virus that causes coronavirus could eventually become no more infectious than a seasonal illness, like the common cold.
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Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, health leaders give coronavirus vaccine update
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin hosted a press conference with updates on COVID-19 vaccines. He was joined by other health leaders to address the vaccination process, the surge in cases and safety precautions.
Health officials urge patience during COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Beginning Wednesday, people over 70-years-old could begin registering to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. You do not need to live in South Carolina to get your vaccine.
DHEC: 4,673 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 42 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday. DHEC says they are still experiencing an internal systems issue that is causing the data to reflect lower numbers. The data will be updated once the issue is resolved.
SC State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell receives her first dose of the coronavirus vaccine
South Carolina State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell received her first dose of the coronavirus vaccine on Tuesday.
Pfizer hoping to deliver 2 billion vaccine doses globally by the end of the year
Pfizer BioNTech says they’re hoping to deliver at least two billion vaccine doses globally by the end of the year. Monday’s number is well over the 1.3 billion doses previously mentioned.
Moderna says their vaccine should protect people for one year
The Moderna vaccine appears to give people at least a year’s worth of protection from COVID-19, according to Tal Zaks, the company’s Chief Medical Officer.
For those 70 years old and up, here’s how you can schedule your coronavirus vaccine
On Monday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and Governor Henry McMaster announced that, beginning Wednesday, individuals age 70 and older can schedule a coronavirus vaccination, regardless of health status. On Tuesday, DHEC provided more information about how to schedule a vaccination.
DHEC: 1,361 new coronavirus cases reported, systems issue still displaying low numbers
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus data as of Monday. The department notes that they are still experiencing an internal systems issue that is responsible for the low numbers reported. DHEC says they will update this data when the issue is fixed.
As vaccinations roll out, officials warn that you could still get sick after getting your shot
As millions of Americans get their COVID-19 vaccinations over the coming months, health officials are reminding the public that anyone who receives a vaccination could still end up getting sick.
