Articles tagged as: coronavirus, #CORONAVIRUS
January 15, 2021
Updates On COVID-19 In Indiana: 4,744 Cases, 42 Deaths Added To State's Totals
The Indiana Department of Health added 4,744 confirmed COVID-19 cases to the state's total Friday, raising it to 583,160. The new cases were recorded Jan. 14. It also added 42 COVID-19 deaths to the state's total, bringing it to 8,872. The deaths occurred between Jan. 12-14.
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Black Families More Likely To Lack Housing Amid Pandemic
Hoosier housing experts say the coronavirus has put added pressure on many families. There may be fewer options to live with relatives, leaving more parents and children without a permanent residence. And that can hit the Black community especially hard. A look at the issue through the experience of a single father of five.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2021
Talk To Children About Mental Health And Suicide, Experts Say
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on Americans' mental health. Hotline calls have increased. And doctors have seen an increase in depression like symptoms in patients -- even children. Health professionals are encouraging adults to talk to children about mental health and suicide.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2021
Legislative Leaders Say They'll Address Enforcement Of Mask-Wearing At Statehouse
A legislative committee hearing this week was disrupted when dozens of people who showed up to testify refused to wear masks -- which are required in the Statehouse.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2021
Officials Defend Vaccine Rollout After Opening To Hoosiers 70+: 'Our System Is Working'
Hoosiers 70 and older can now register for appointments to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The Indiana Department of Health announced the expansion Wednesday.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2021
Indiana Bill Seeks To Let Workers Opt Out Of Employer-Mandated Vaccines
A bill that would give Hoosier workers the right to refuse employer-mandated vaccines had its first hearing in a committee Wednesday morning. It would go further than current federal laws and excuse workers based on their conscience.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2021
How Will Indiana Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines? Here's What You Need To Know
Indiana opened registration beyond first responders and health care workers on Jan. 8, allowing Hoosiers 80 and older to schedule appointments for vaccines. As of Jan. 13, those 70 and older are eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2021
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Eric Holcomb, State Officials To Provide COVID-19 Update
Gov. Eric Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box will host a virtual media briefing to provide updates on COVID-19 and its impact on Indiana.
Read MoreJanuary 11, 2021
Health Officials Identify United Kingdom COVID-19 Strain In Indiana
The Indiana Department of Health announced Monday a new strain of COVID-19 -- which had previously been identified in the United Kingdom -- is also in Indiana.
Read MoreJanuary 11, 2021
Officials: More Contagious Virus Variant Found In Indiana
The Indiana Department of Health said the variant was identified in the state through testing by the state agency's laboratory and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but Monday's announcement included no additional information on its discovery in the state.
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