Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.
Indiana, Wisconsin among 12 states added to Chicago's COVID travel advisory
Chicago health officials added a dozen more states to the city's COVID-19 travel advisory Tuesday due to an uptick in cases across the U.S.
Chicago health officials added a dozen more states to the city's COVID-19 travel advisory Tuesday due to an uptick in cases across the U.S.
Summerfest: COVID vaccine, negative test required to attend
A COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result will be required to attend Summerfest 2021.
A COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result will be required to attend Summerfest 2021.
School mask debate: Elmbrook Schools to vote on return-to-school plan
On Tuesday, Aug. 10 Elmbrook Schools in Brookfield are set to approve or amend the back-to-school plan that could leave masks optional or make them required.
On Tuesday, Aug. 10 Elmbrook Schools in Brookfield are set to approve or amend the back-to-school plan that could leave masks optional or make them required.
Wisconsin school districts decide on masks
Several school boards in southeast Wisconsin are set to decide how to move forward with masking or not during meetings this week.
Several school boards in southeast Wisconsin are set to decide how to move forward with masking or not during meetings this week.
Chances of heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccine are slim, study finds
A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.
A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.
Hunger Task Force, DoorDash food for seniors
Food delivery, especially on a rainy day, can be a beautiful thing, but for the elderly who may not be able to leave home in during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s a lifeline. A unique partnership is working to make this possible.
Food delivery, especially on a rainy day, can be a beautiful thing, but for the elderly who may not be able to leave home in during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s a lifeline. A unique partnership is working to make this possible.
Pediatrician addresses COVID-19 myths
As the kids head back to school, doctors want to make sure parents not only understand the necessary precautions needed in schools but also share information with parents who are concerned.
As the kids head back to school, doctors want to make sure parents not only understand the necessary precautions needed in schools but also share information with parents who are concerned.
Employers charging unvaccinated workers higher health care costs, consultants find
Employers are beginning to tack on surcharges for workers who remain unvaccinated against COVID-19, according to Merce, a global consulting firm.
Employers are beginning to tack on surcharges for workers who remain unvaccinated against COVID-19, according to Merce, a global consulting firm.
Immunization Awareness Month, COVID vaccine encouraged
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, health officials urge everyone to get vaccinated. August is Immunization Awareness Month.
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, health officials urge everyone to get vaccinated. August is Immunization Awareness Month.
Fake COVID-19 vaccine cards online worry college officials
Universities and law enforcement officials are concerned with the circulation of fake COVID-19 vaccine cards sold online amidst the growing number of colleges and universities requiring proof of vaccination.
Universities and law enforcement officials are concerned with the circulation of fake COVID-19 vaccine cards sold online amidst the growing number of colleges and universities requiring proof of vaccination.
Pentagon would require COVID-19 vaccine for US troops under new plan
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine under a new plan.
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine under a new plan.
194 COVID vaccines given at State Fair: DHS
All those vaccinated at the on-site clinic receive a voucher for a free cream puff redeemable at the Cream Puff Pavilion.
All those vaccinated at the on-site clinic receive a voucher for a free cream puff redeemable at the Cream Puff Pavilion.
$10 Meijer coupon for COVID vaccine, offered to college students
Meijer announced Monday, Aug. 9 that it will provide college students with a $10 coupon off any purchase when they complete the vaccination process at a Meijer store.
Meijer announced Monday, Aug. 9 that it will provide college students with a $10 coupon off any purchase when they complete the vaccination process at a Meijer store.
Evers hands Wisconsin hotels $70 million in COVID aid
Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday he has given Wisconsin hotels $70 million in federal coronavirus relief dollars.
Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday he has given Wisconsin hotels $70 million in federal coronavirus relief dollars.
Pediatricians warn of 'pressing risk' among children as delta variant spreads
The American Academy of Pediatrics wrote a letter to the FDA urging it to work “aggressively” toward authorizing a COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 12.
The American Academy of Pediatrics wrote a letter to the FDA urging it to work “aggressively” toward authorizing a COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 12.
Georgia couple dies of COVID-19 hours of each other
A Georgia couple died from the coronavirus within hours of each other, leaving behind two teenagers. Their loved ones in Hampton now beg anyone who will listen to get the shot.
A Georgia couple died from the coronavirus within hours of each other, leaving behind two teenagers. Their loved ones in Hampton now beg anyone who will listen to get the shot.
DPI recommends updated COVID guidelines in school buildings
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is strongly recommending school districts use newly updated COVID-19 recommendations when implementing local responses to the pandemic for the 2021-22 school year.
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is strongly recommending school districts use newly updated COVID-19 recommendations when implementing local responses to the pandemic for the 2021-22 school year.
Mask debate: Wisconsin school district decisions this week
Several school boards in southeast Wisconsin are set to decide how to move forward with masking or not during meetings this week.
Several school boards in southeast Wisconsin are set to decide how to move forward with masking or not during meetings this week.
Red Cross: Volunteers, blood donors needed
The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood supply in the face of emergencies.
The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood supply in the face of emergencies.