Protests near Canadian border could still affect trade with the U.S.
Protests against COVID-19 measures in Canada could still threaten trade with the U.S.
COVID-19
DHEC updates COVID-19 guidance for child care centers, K-12 schools
As cases of COVID-19 continue to decline, DHEC is updating guidance for child care centers as well as K-12 schools.
Prisma Health: Uptick in mental health needs due to the pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Local doctors are discussing the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on mental health in the community. A group of Prisma Health psychiatrists are sharing the symptoms and possible solutions for those struggling with their mental health. According to Prisma Health, adults, children, and the elderly have seen an uptick in mental health needs due to the pandemic….
S.C. DHEC: COVID cases down, deaths continue to rise
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Today South Carolina DHEC reports the first confirmed cases of the BA.2 Omicron sub-variant in the state, coming out of the Midlands region. Doctor Brannon Traxler with S.C. DHEC says early data shows the sub-variant is more transmissible but does not appear to cause more severe disease. Doctor Traxler is reminding the public that covid cases are…
AG Alan Wilson releases legal opinion on doctors prescribing “off label” drugs to treat COVID-19
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson released an opinion saying doctors in the state can prescribe “off-label” drugs to treat COVID-19.
Delay ahead for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5
By Lauran Neergaard and Matthew Perrone
U.S. regulators have put the brakes on their push to speed Pfizer’s COVID-19 to children under 5. Friday’s move creates major uncertainty about how soon the shots could become available.
President Biden backing the CDC’s recommendations on mask wearing
President Joe Biden is backing up the CDC, which recommends people mask up in indoor public spaces if they live in areas with high or substantial transmission.
DHEC: 2,976 new cases of COVID-19, 119 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 2,976 new cases of COVID-19 and 119 additional virus related deaths in the state.
DHEC reports first confirmed cases of BA.2 omicron sub-variant
DHEC reported the first confirmed cases of the BA.2 sub-variant of the omicron variant in the Palmetto State.
DHEC: 3,105 new cases of COVID-19, 32 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 3,105 new cases of COVID-19 and 32 additional virus related deaths in the state.
