For the first time in months, the number of weekly new COVID-19 cases in the Roanoke area has dropped below 200.
The director of the Roanoke City-Alleghany Health District reported 194 weekly new cases Tuesday. There were 314 in the previous week, according to data presented by Dr. Cynthia Morrow.
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The number of hospitalizations also dropped from 36 to 26. Morrow noted that some other health districts in Virginia are not seeing declines in hospitalizations. Eight additional deaths were recorded over the past week. So it s cautious optimism that our case count has gone down a little bit and our hospitalizations have gone down. But I do think we need to remain cautious. We know that case counts are high in other parts of the country, Morrow told reporters during a weekly news conference.
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William Byrd High School to hold COVID-19 vaccine clinic Friday for students 16+
Students will be administered the Pfizer vaccine
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VINTON, Va. – Some Vinton students have the opportunity to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday.
Roanoke County Public Schools and the Roanoke City & Alleghany Health Districts are teaming up to hold a vaccine clinic at William Byrd High School for students ages 16 and older, according to a message sent to parents.
Health officials will administer the Pfizer vaccine, which has been approved for people age 16 and older.
The shots will only be available for William Byrd High School students. However, school officials said this will be an optional clinic that will take place on April 23 during the school day.
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What’s News Today: Vaccine appointments, state of the air
What’s News Today: Vaccine appointments, state of the air
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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If you’re wanting to get a COVID-19 vaccine, there are still appointments available. The Roanoke and Alleghany Health Districts are holding a clinic at the Berglund Center today, giving out the Pfizer vaccine. In Covington, there are still appointments available to receive the Moderna vaccine.
The Virginia Board of Education will hold a retreat today virtually. It will discuss its vision, goals and next steps for teacher evaluation and professional development.