COVID-19 vaccination rate rises among Black Georgians
February 7, 2022 | Data shows the gap in COVID-19 vaccination rates between Black and white residents of Georgia has basically closed.
A 104-year-old COVID survivor has died. He wanted to keep people safe until the end
February 1, 2022 | Abdul Alim, one of Pakistan’s oldest COVID survivors, died of natural causes on Jan. 27 at age 104.
Savannah’s mask mandate extends, mayor says city is in ‘4th quarter’ in fight against COVID
February 1, 2022 | The city of Savannah has extended its mask mandate through February hoping it will help reduce transmission and pave the way for future events, Mayor Van Johnson said at a press conference Tuesday.
Thomas County hits 50% mark in COVID-19 vaccinations
February 1, 2022 | As of Tuesday, more than 22,120 Thomas County residents, 50% of the population, have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the state Department of Public Health. More than 54,710 doses of vaccine have been administered to Thomas County residents, according to the state Department of Public Health. In all, 39% of Thomas County residents have received full vaccination and an additional dose.
COVID-19 vaccine for young kids could be ready this month
February 1, 2022 | The last age group of the population unable to get a Covid-19 vaccine may soon be able to do so — and much earlier than anticipated.
Atlanta parent, Georgia Tech scientist share opinions on COVID vaccine for children
February 1, 2022 | As COVID-19 cases begin to decline, there’s a new effort to keep the curve trending in the right direction. On Tuesday, Pfizer applied for emergency authorization for a two-dose regimen of it COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to 5 years.
