Coronavirus Archives

CDC projects ‘sharp decline’ in Covid-19 cases by July, but calls variants a ‘wild card’

May 5, 2021 10:48 AM CNN Newsource

The United States could see a drop in Covid-19 cases and deaths by July if vaccinations remain high and people adhere to certain prevention measures,…

YRMC to host teen night for those 16 and older to get vaccinated

May 5, 2021 10:20 AM Sumiko Keil, Mercedes Martinez

Getting your teen vaccinated for COVID? The Yuma Regional Medical Center is hosting a teen night this Friday at the Civic…

Canada authorizes Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15

May 5, 2021 8:30 AM CNN Newsource

Children in Canada ages 12 to 15 can now get vaccinated against Covid-19. Health Canada, the national department of health, announced Wednesday it…

Arizona lawmaker catches COVID months after vaccination

May 5, 2021 8:07 AM Sumiko Keil

Tucson Democratic Representative Alma Hernandez gets COVID-19 after been fully vaccinated for nearly three…

3 Vegas casinos cleared for full capacity after worker vaccinations

May 5, 2021 7:23 AM Dominique Newland, The Associated Press

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Some Las Vegas Strip casinos have been allowed to open at 100% capacity, officials said Tuesday, after showing Nevada state…

US vaccination rates have been falling as the supply has increased

May 5, 2021 5:51 AM CNN Newsource

With slowing vaccination rates across the country, the US will need to shift its strategy toward local accessibility to get out of the Covid-19…

Biden aims to vaccinate 70% of American adults by July 4

May 5, 2021 5:05 AM The Associated Press, Dominique Newland

Already more than 56% of American adults have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine and nearly 105 million are fully…

California urges people to vacation in state, boost tourism

May 5, 2021 4:56 AM The Associated Press

California tourism leaders are urging residents to spend their pent-up travel dollars exploring their home state, as coronavirus case numbers stay…

Non-essential businesses prepare to reopen in San Luis R.C.

May 4, 2021 1:50 PM Sumiko Keil, Christian Galeno

Health officials reopen nightclubs and bars, including extending the hours of restaurants, gyms, and…

Covid vaccines need to be more accessible for workers who can’t easily take time off, expert says. Or the US may face a winter surge

May 5, 2021 3:06 AM CNN Newsource

With slowing vaccination rates across the country, the US will need to shift its strategy toward local accessibility to get out of the Covid-19…

Fauci to adolescents on the fence about the Covid-19 vaccine: ‘Be part of the solution’

May 4, 2021 11:29 PM CNN Newsource

Dr. Anthony Fauci said he hopes children and teens won’t hesitate when the US Food and Drug Administration authorizes a coronavirus vaccine for…

Imperial County changes its mask policy

May 4, 2021 12:08 PM Wiley Jawhary

Imperial County residents can feel the wind on their faces again. The Board of Supervisors has lifted is mask mandate for outdoor areas.…

States ready plans to vaccinate 12-to-15-year-olds against Covid-19

May 4, 2021 6:59 PM CNN Newsource

President Joe Biden said his administration is “ready to move immediately” if and when the US Food and Drug Administration authorizes the…

If the US doesn’t reach 80% immunity, the nation could see another winter surge of coronavirus, says vaccine expert

May 4, 2021 5:08 PM CNN Newsource

As health experts point to the challenges the nation faces in reaching herd immunity, some are warning of the danger of not getting there: another…

If the US doesn’t reach 80% herd immunity, the nation could see another winter surge of coronavirus, says vaccine expert

May 4, 2021 4:42 PM CNN Newsource

As health experts point to the challenges the nation faces in reaching herd immunity, some are warning of the danger of not getting there: another…

Pfizer to seek authorization for Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 2 to 11 in September

May 4, 2021 12:41 PM CNN Newsource

Pfizer expects to file for full US Food and Drug Administration approval for its Covid-19 vaccine for people ages 16 to 85 this month, and will seek…

Why some vaccinated people won’t go maskless — even outdoors

May 4, 2021 1:08 PM CNN Newsource

Texas resident Robert Soto can’t wait to visit his favorite karaoke spots in Austin. He says he’ll be wearing his mask when he belts out “Amber” by…

Arizona reports 701 additional COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths

May 4, 2021 10:28 AM The Associated Press

The state’s pandemic totals rose to 865,280 cases and 17,355 deaths, according to the state’s coronavirus…

Third COVID-19 wave expected after Mother’s Day in Baja California

May 4, 2021 8:08 AM Sumiko Keil

The Secretary of Health, Alonso Óscar Pérez Rico, says Mexicali residents between the ages of 50 and 59 are the next to receive the…

We might never reach herd immunity with Covid-19. But here’s how you can maximize our chances

May 3, 2021 8:55 PM CNN Newsource

If you think herd immunity is the finish line to this pandemic, it’s time for a reality…