Here’s what we know about the omicron COVID-19 variant and how it could impact Memphis

Here’s what we know about the omicron COVID-19 variant and how it could impact Memphis

December 2, 2021 | With the omicron variant spreading worldwide and at least one case confirmed in the U.S., officials and physicians said Mid-South residents should be cautious, but emphasized that people should not panic. Dr. Michael Threlkeld, an infectious disease expert with the Baptist Memorial Healthcare system, said people should exercise caution, as much about the new strain is unknown.

Tenn. schools are organizing vaccine clinics, says education leader

Tenn. schools are organizing vaccine clinics, says education leader

November 19, 2021 | COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be coming to some Tennessee schools, according to a state education leader with Oak Ridge ties. Oak Ridge Schools Board Chairman Keys Fillauer, who is also President-elect of the Tennessee School Boards Association, told WVLT News, “I think we will see vaccinations in some school districts. I don’t think that will be again 100% across the state. But I do know there are school districts working with their local health departments to be able to establish that.”