24 Idaho children have experienced rare COVID-19 syndrome. Here s what we know about them Nicole Foy, The Idaho Statesman
May 8 New data from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare shows that roughly a quarter of Idaho children diagnosed with a rare and sometimes fatal COVID-19 syndrome were Hispanic.
Idaho health officials have only recorded 24 cases of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, or MIS-C. The rare illness appeared in the U.S. a few months after the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. It appears to be a delayed reaction to the coronavirus and can show up weeks after exposure. Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, skin rash, diarrhea and low blood pressure.
City leaders are still encouraging the public to follow Central District Health recommendations. Author: KTVB Staff Updated: 4:26 PM MDT May 7, 2021
MCCALL, Idaho Face masks will no longer be required for visitors in McCall city limits.
At a special meeting Thursday, the McCall City Council voted to lift a mask mandate that was set to expire on May 26.
During its April 22nd meeting, city leaders approved a series of four metrics to monitor as influencers on their decision to require masks in McCall.
And as of May 6th, three of the four metrics had been met.
Dr. Greg Irvine of St. Luke s McCall and Gina Pannell of Central District Health spoke on the COVID variants existing in the region, confirmed metrics, and advised the city council to continue to monitor these metrics and consider restoring the mask requirement should things go in the wrong direction.
Boise State University Boise State s 100th Commencement in May 2017 was the first held on the blue turf of then-Bronco Stadium. 2020 Ceremonies will be back on the blue, but graduates and guests will be spaced out for social distancing.
Graduation season begins Friday, May 7, as Boise State welcomes back the class of 2020. Nine hundred graduates will celebrate on the blue turf at Albertsons Stadium, making up for last year’s canceled in-person ceremonies.
Saturday, May 8, two ceremonies will honor around 2,200 current Boise State graduates.
University Director of Special Events Heather Calkins said planning for in-person ceremonies began in February.
“Our public health office has worked with Central District Health, Calkins said. They regularly check updates and work with the city, and they roll out new changes to the health restrictions and policies all across campus.
When we say this was one of THE hardest secrets to keep, we mean it. When FitOne had to go virtual in 2020, there was a giant hole in our hearts.
That s why we re thrilled to announce that the cat is out of the bag! After hashing out a safety plan with the medical experts at St. Luke s Hospital and Central District Health, FitOne is thrilled to announce that they will be offering an in-person option for this year s race on Saturday, September 25! Like previous years, three distances will be offered: 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. As part of the safety plan, they ll have to reduce the number of participants to 6,350 people. So, if toeing that starting line is important to you, set yourself a reminder to register on June 30. For one day only, all distances will be offered for just $30! Kids 12 and under are free with an adult registration.
May 2 If "all the world's a stage," as Shakespeare wrote, then the reopening of the Idaho Shakespeare Festival in 2021 might just indicate things to come. Yes, the Treasure Valley's popular and iconic performing arts event will happen this summer, after the coronavirus pandemic canceled its 2020 season. No, it will not be the experience you remember. Not sure whether it's the "new normal," but .