Articles tagged as: COVID-19
February 24, 2021
Holcomb Extends COVID-19 Emergency Through March As Numbers Improve
Gov. Eric Holcomb announced Wednesday he will renew the emergency another 30 days, through March.
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Indiana Cracks Down On Clinics Violating COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Guidelines
Indiana officials announced Wednesday theyre cracking down on clinics that are vaccinating Hoosiers for COVID-19 who are not eligible under the states guidelines.
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2021
Indiana Teachers Used Waitlists To Get The COVID-19 Vaccine. Officials Shut Them Down
Teachers and other Hoosiers throughout the state signed up for vaccine waitlists to receive unused vaccine doses and help avoid waste.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2021
IU Plans In-Person Spring Commencements, For Graduates Only
While graduates can attend the planned ceremonies, their family and friends are invited to attend the commencements virtually.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Expands To Hoosiers 60 And Older
According to the Indiana Department of Health, the age group accounts for more than 22 percent of the states population but 64 percent of the COVID-19 hospitalizations and 93.3 percent of the deaths.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2021
Indiana Opens Vaccine Registration To Hoosiers 60 And Older
Hoosiers 60 and older can now register for appointments to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The Indiana Department of Health announced the expansion Tuesday.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2021
Indiana Surpasses 12,000 Confirmed COVID-19 Deaths, Continues Post-Holiday Slowdown
Indiana surpassed 12,000 confirmed COVID-19 deaths Tuesday. The state's rate of newly reported deaths has continued its post-holiday slowdown.
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2021
Immigrant Doctors Worry About Families Back Home With Little Vaccine Access
As American healthcare workers received COVID vaccines, many were relieved and hopeful. But many doctors who are foreign-born also describe a bittersweet feeling. They worry about family and friends back home who have little access to the vaccines. And it could be a long wait -- dozens of countries still have not received any vaccine doses.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2021
Hospitality Industry Welcomes March Madness Attendance, Health Expert Preaches Caution
Hotels and restaurants were already preparing to host 68 teams consisting of athletes, coaches, staff and family members. The latest decision allowing up to 25 percent capacity at each venue will increase the number of people coming to Indiana.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2021
City-County Council Supports Teacher Vaccines, Approves Money For Pandemic Response And Other Measures
The Indianapolis City-County Council held a full meeting Monday night and started with resolutions to prioritize teachers and public transportation workers for COVID-19 vaccinations.
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