YRMC experiencing same staffing shortage most U.S. hospitals are seeing
As Yuma Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC) hospitalizations top nearly 50 people Tuesday, the need for more nurses and non-nursing staff is important…
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Arizona interest in anti-mask school vouchers outpaces funds
A program announced by Arizona’s Republican governor last month to give private school vouchers to parents who object to campus mask requirements…
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Arizona interest in anti-mask school vouchers outpaces funds
Governor Doug Ducey (R-Ariz.) announced Tuesday, August 14, plans to allot $163 million in rewards for schools that maintain in-person…
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Not as many teens getting their driver’s license
When many teens turn 16, one of the first things they do is try to get their drivers license. However, because of one main reason, teens are waiting…
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Three doses likely needed for full protection against Covid
The Moderna or Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine will most likely need a third dose, according to the nation’s top infectious doctor, Anthony…
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San Luis Rio Colorado back to orange tier as COVID-19 cases rise
Just across the border in San Luis, Mexico, COVID-19 cases are going in the wrong…
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Bureau of Indian Education issues vaccine mandate
By FELICIA FONSECA Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — The federal agency that oversees schools that educate some Native Americans in nearly…
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Navajo Nation reports 55 new COVID-19 cases, 2 more deaths
The Navajo Nation on Thursday reported 55 new COVID-19 cases and two additional…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine full authorization
Almost nine months after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine became available in Yuma County, some locals still haven’t received it. Some by choice. In a…
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Why a Covid-19 vaccine for younger children is taking longer than a vaccine for adults
Anxiety is high among parents as more kids head back to school without the protection of a Covid-19 vaccine for at least a few more…
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Toilet paper crisis continues… shoppers stocking up again
There is not a current…
Continue Reading Health Minute: The CDC is giving a warning on Labor Day travel
The CDC is urging those who are unvaccinated to not…
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Ducey announces $60 million for hospitals combating COVID-19
Gov. Doug Ducey, (R-Ariz.) announced Wednesday the state will provide $60 million in additional funding for hospitals to help cope with the rising…
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Covid-19 cases continue to rise in Imperial County
COVID-19 positivity rates are on the rise and health officials are ringing the alarm.…
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80% of eligible Californians at least partially vaccinated
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — More than 80% of the people eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine in California have…
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Calexico parents want kids tested daily for COVID-19
Children are back in the classrooms, and so is the threat of COVID-19.…
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Local mother furious about COVID exposure at her children’s school
A local mother says she was notified late about her child being exposed to a student with…
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Google again delays return to office due to COVID surges
MOUNTAIN VIEW Google is once again postponing a return to the office for most workers until mid-January. The internet search giant is also to…
Continue Reading Arizona reports low coronavirus cases due to data problem
Arizona on Tuesday reported far fewer additional COVID-19 cases than normal as state officials cited a data-processing problem.…
Continue Reading CDC adds 7 destinations to ‘very high’ Covid-19 travel risk list, including Puerto Rico and Switzerland
By Kristen Rogers and Marnie Hunter, CNN Switzerland and Puerto Rico are now among the highest-risk destinations for travelers, according to the US…
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