Saturday, May 4, 2024

Health

Asymptomatic Spread Responsible for Most New Cases of COVID-19 in DC

A large portion of newly infected coronavirus patients in the District of Columbia contracted the disease from individuals who showed no symptoms.

DC Updates High-Risk Coronavirus States List, Removing Delaware, Ohio, Washington

The District of Columbia updated its list of “high-risk states” for coronavirus on Monday, removing three states and adding five new ones.

Isaias Increases Bacteria Levels in Some DC Area Rivers

DC officials warn that Hurricane Isaias affected a number of rivers and creeks in the DMV area, causing their bacteria levels to rise.

DC Changes Key Metric for Moving Into Phase Three Reopening

The District of Columbia has updated a key metric required for the city to move on to Phase Three of its reopening plan.

Nonessential Travelers From 27 High-Risk States to Self-Quarantine

People traveling to the District from 27 “high-risk states” in terms of coronavirus levels are required to self-quarantine for two weeks.

DC Gets Expanded Mask Order, Violators to Be Fined Up to $1,000

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser issued a new executive order requiring residents to wear masks outside of their homes amid a spike in the spread of coronavirus.

DC Closes Coronavirus Testing Sites, Opens Cooling Spots Due to Extreme Heat

District officials closed city-run coronavirus testing sites on July 20, citing dangerously hot temperatures, and opened cooling centers for the public.

Six Percent of Those Tested in DC Have Coronavirus Antibodies

The District of Columbia has tested over 13,700 people for coronavirus antibodies in their blood and less than six percent (809) turned out to have them.