NC mom says her baby obtained COVID-19 antibodies from breastfeeding
An infant in North Carolina is testing positive for COVID-19 antibodies, but it’s not because he’s gotten the vaccine or the virus, it’s from breastfeeding.
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DHEC says now is not the time to let your guard down against COVID-19
Officials with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control are urging South Carolinians to remain vigilant in the fight against COVID-19. DHEC held a media briefing Friday afternoon.
DHEC: 632 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, eight additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state’s latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
Officials warn against trying to purchase a coronavirus vaccine online
Officials are warning the public not to buy the coronavirus vaccine online. Cyber security firm, Check Point, has been investigating COVID-19 related advertisements on the dark web for months for things like negative coronavirus tests and now, vaccines.
DHEC says the best vaccine available is the one in your arm
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control wants to remind all South Carolinians that the best vaccine you can get is the one in your arm. During their board meeting Thursday, health officials say nearly seven million COVID-19 tests have been conducted in the state, and more than 2.3 million vaccines have been administered.
Sam Adams wants to buy you a beer after you get vaccinated for COVID-19
One beer company wants to give you free beer, but only if you get vaccinated. Starting Monday April 12, if you post your vaccination sticker or bandage, the company will send you $7 through the Cash App for a beer at your favorite bar.
DHEC: 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 20 additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 495 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 20 new deaths in South Carolina.
Concerns raised as some states are considering their own “vaccine passports”
A growing number of states are coming forward with their own plans to use so-called COVID-19 vaccine passports. Although there’s no federal plan to implement any kind of passport system in the U.S, the issue is already raising both equity and security concerns.
Orangeburg RMC hosting vaccination event at County Fairgrounds Friday
The Orangeburg Regional Medical Center is holding a COVID-19 vaccination event at the County Fairgrounds Friday. You can get your shot from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. No registration is required, but you will need to bring your ID.
Study says one in three COVID-19 survivors may suffer longer term brain disease
A new study finds that one in three people who had COVID-19 may suffer longer term brain disease. Researchers writing in the Lancet Psychiatry Journal say 34% of coronavirus survivors received a neurological or psychological diagnosis within six months of infection. Anxiety and mood disorders were the two most diagnosed.
