Thursday, April 18, 2024

Health

DC Sees Second-Highest Daily Total of COVID-19 Cases Since Spring

DC recorded 245 new coronavirus cases for November 16, the highest count of daily cases since May, bringing the total to 19,309.

Washington Football Team Says Player Diagnosed With COVID-19

The Washington Football Team announced in a press release that an unnamed player tested positive for the coronavirus November 16.

DC’s COVID-19 Test Requirement for Travelers Goes Into Effect

Anyone planning to visit Washington DC from a high-risk state must take a COVID-19 test within 72 hours before their travel, as of November 9.

DC Introduces COVID Test Requirement for Travelers From ‘High Risk’ States

Coronavirus test has become a requirement for anyone who wants to visit DC from the states that are designated as “high risk” areas, as per a new travel advisory.

DC Designates 42 States as ‘High-Risk’ Areas on Updated List

The District of Columbia has renewed its list of "high-risk states" for coronavirus threat, bringing the total number to 42 on Monday.

DC Health Issues Thanksgiving Guidance for Coronavirus Safety

The DC Department of Health has issued a COVID-19 guidance specific for Thanksgiving which will be celebrated on November 26.

Children’s National Hospital Announces $5 Million Donation From Boeing

Children's National Hospital will receive a $5 million gift from The Boeing Company in support of its Research & Innovation Campus.

DC Paves Way for Permitting Vaccination of Kids Without Parental Consent

The DC Council passed a bill allowing children aged minimum 11 to get vaccines recommended by the government without their parents’ approval.