As more people begin to get their first dose of security against the coronavirus, there are still many wondering when you should and should not get the COVID-19 vaccine, but one UVA Health doctor clears up some of your lingering questions.
Very somber occasion as Henderson County hits 100 COVID deaths
One hundred.
That is how many people have now died from COVID-19 in Henderson County, according to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services.
“It is a very somber occasion to reach the mark of 100 COVID-19 deaths in our community. It echoes the toll and human suffering we have experienced as a nation over the past year with over 400,000 deaths now,” Henderson County Health Director Steve Smith said Monday.
“Everyone has a different perspective about the pandemic and its impact in Henderson County. The families and loved ones of those lost wouldn’t debate with you. They have experienced those losses in a direct and personal way . a friend, a family member, a neighbor,” he continued.
Here s how to contact vaccine providers in Henderson County
As of the past week, the Henderson County Department of Public Health, Pardee UNC Health Care, AdventHealth Hendersonville and Blue Ridge Health are the only providers in Henderson County holding mass vaccination clinics for the general public.
All available COVID-19 vaccination appointments with each provider quickly book up. You may be unable to book an appointment online or over the phone if appointments are all filled, so the public is encouraged to check back with providers frequently.
Local call centers are flooded with thousands of calls to fill just hundreds of appointments. Distributors in Henderson County have to count on the state for all allotments and are given short notice on updated supplies.
Though the hospital has been able to accommodate the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations so far, U.Va. Health has had to redeploy staff to manage its patient population.
Some Albemarle County students return to classroom as COVID-19 numbers continue to rise
Some Albemarle County students return to classroom as COVID-19 numbers continue to rise By Max Marcilla | January 11, 2021 at 10:17 PM EST - Updated January 11 at 10:53 PM
ALBEMARLE Co., Va. (WVIR) - Monday marked the first day some elementary school students in Albemarle County were in a classroom in nearly a month. But, rising COVID cases have some teachers concerned about what comes next.
Two teachers who spoke with NBC29 wanted to stay anonymous, but their message was shown clearly: they are concerned about the safety of their colleagues and students.