/news/tags/coronavirus-spread coronavirus spread en-US Copyright Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:29:04 GMT /news/health-science/2021-11-05/ohios-top-doc-warns-schools-not-to-drop-covid-mask-requirements-too-early Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff says getting rid of those now could lead to COVID spread in schools. Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:29:04 GMT /news/health-science/2021-11-05/ohios-top-doc-warns-schools-not-to-drop-covid-mask-requirements-too-early Jo Ingles /news/health-science/2021-09-30/akron-zoos-prides-test-positive-for-covid-19 The lions received presumptive positive test results after the care team noticed mild coughing, sneezing and loss of appetite. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:46:37 GMT /news/health-science/2021-09-30/akron-zoos-prides-test-positive-for-covid-19 Mason Lawlor /news/education/2021-09-01/some-k-12-schools-throughout-ohio-are-making-changes-becausue-of-covid-19-spread While some school districts have moved to requiring masks, others have had to close schools because of ill workers. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:12:00 GMT /news/education/2021-09-01/some-k-12-schools-throughout-ohio-are-making-changes-becausue-of-covid-19-spread Jo Ingles /news/health-science/2021-07-28/the-cdc-updated-its-covid-19-guidance-heres-what-you-need-to-know The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday reversed course on its mask guidance, once again suggesting all individuals wear masks indoors in areas where COVID-19 cases are surging. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 22:07:34 GMT /news/health-science/2021-07-28/the-cdc-updated-its-covid-19-guidance-heres-what-you-need-to-know Lindsey Erdody, Christine Herman /news/health-science/2021-07-22/kids-in-ohio-even-babies-are-getting-covid-and-medical-experts-fear-the-numbers-will-increase One pediatrician says she's afraid Ohioans "will learn the hard way" about how dangerous COVID is for children. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 02:47:39 GMT /news/health-science/2021-07-22/kids-in-ohio-even-babies-are-getting-covid-and-medical-experts-fear-the-numbers-will-increase Jo Ingles /news/education/2021-07-22/what-ohio-teachers-think-about-going-back-to-school-next-month-with-covid-cases-trending-upward According to their unions, teachers want to have a say in what safety measures, including face masks, will be required. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 23:09:01 GMT /news/education/2021-07-22/what-ohio-teachers-think-about-going-back-to-school-next-month-with-covid-cases-trending-upward Jo Ingles /news/health-science/2021-07-21/covid-19-cases-rising-in-northeast-ohio-because-of-delta-variant Cases in Cuyahoga County are mirroring those on the state level. Ohio recorded its highest daily case increase since May, with 744 new cases, according to state data. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:05:48 GMT /news/health-science/2021-07-21/covid-19-cases-rising-in-northeast-ohio-because-of-delta-variant /news/health-science/2021-07-15/covid-vaccine-rates-stall-as-delta-variant-gaining-in-ohio The Ohio Department of Health is urging the more than 40% of unvaccinated people to get those shots and says the variant is a real threat to people younger than 50. Fri, 16 Jul 2021 00:01:39 GMT /news/health-science/2021-07-15/covid-vaccine-rates-stall-as-delta-variant-gaining-in-ohio Karen Kasler /news/health-science/2021-03-09/covid-19-spread-in-northeast-ohio-will-dictate-end-of-local-mask-orders Even if Gov. Mike DeWine lifts the statewide mask mandate, local health departments may keep theirs in place. Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:05:05 GMT /news/health-science/2021-03-09/covid-19-spread-in-northeast-ohio-will-dictate-end-of-local-mask-orders /news/health-science/2021-01-07/caring-for-a-loved-one-in-a-nursing-home-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has restricted many families from seeing their loved ones who live in nursing homes. But a new bill could give caregivers more access and opportunity for hands-on care. Fri, 08 Jan 2021 10:05:35 GMT /news/health-science/2021-01-07/caring-for-a-loved-one-in-a-nursing-home-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic Melissa Meyers