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COVID-19 hospitalizations start slight rise in NC again, with younger age groups growing share of patient count

April 9, 2021

COVID-19 cases and positive test rates have stalled in their improvements, and now, patient counts have started to increase once more. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There are new rises in North Carolina’s coronavirus-related hospitalizations right now, and the patients getting care look different than earlier in the pandemic.…

'It helped me out tremendously' | COVID long hauler says vaccine got rid of lasting symptoms

April 9, 2021

Doctors say it’s happening more and more often as those with long COVID get a new sense of hope after living with symptoms for months. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As millions race to get vaccinated, some say the vaccines aren’t only preventing COVID-19, they’re also making them feel better.…

WATCH LIVE: Mecklenburg County COVID-19 briefing

April 8, 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mecklenburg County Public Health Director Gibbie Harris and Public Health Medical Director Dr. Meg Sullivan are providing an update on COVID-19 vaccination efforts in the Charlotte metro. The county health officials are expected to talk starting at 1 p.m.…

A ticket back to normalcy or a new normal we can't rewind? Experts discuss vaccine passports

April 7, 2021

There’s a raging debate about vaccine certifications, or so-called vaccine passports. A law and ethics expert offers some points to consider. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Health officials said the COVID-19 vaccines are a path back to normal life, but is another key part of that journey the ability to prove a vaccination?…

Take a look inside Novant Health's vaccination clinic

April 7, 2021

They’ve given 35,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine since opening in early February. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wednesday was a big day in North Carolina as anyone 16 or older is now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination. This is a huge step in reopening the state and getting coronavirus infections down.…

International students benefit at first Gardner-Webb University vaccine clinic

April 7, 2021

Some international students said they would’ve been forced to wait almost a year before being eligible in their home countries. BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. — About 350 Gardner-Webb University students signed up for COVID-19 vaccine appointments at its Boiling Springs campus Wednesday afternoon.…

Can teens get the COVID-19 vaccine without their parents' permission?

April 7, 2021

Now that some teenagers are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in North Carolina, some people are wondering if they still need their parents’ permission for the shot. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Starting Wednesday, April 7, everyone in the state of North Carolina age 16 and older is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. …

Colleges, universities decide whether to require COVID-19 vaccine

April 6, 2021

Some universities are requiring students to show proof of vaccine to return in the fall, while others are strongly encouraging it. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Colleges and universities across the country and in the Charlotte area are making decisions about whether they will require the COVID-19 vaccine when students return for the fall 2021 semester.…

NC Gov. Cooper to update vaccine rollout ahead of new eligibility

April 6, 2021

Gov. Roy Cooper and members of the COVID-19 task force will update North Carolina’s transition to Group 5 vaccinations for adults 16 and older that starts April 7. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — One day before North Carolina opens its COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults 16 and older, Gov.…

COVID-19 vaccines giving families the freedom to reunite

April 5, 2021

The CDC says people who are vaccinated can gather indoors with others who are vaccinated. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For the first time ever, over Easter weekend, more than 4 million vaccines were given in a single day in the United States.…