Biden aims for vaccinating 70% of adult Americans by July 4
The new goal comes as demand for vaccines has dropped off markedly nationwide, with some states leaving more than half their vaccine doses unordered.
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State reports 12 more deaths from COVID-19, rise in hospitalizations
The state said more than 1.96 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Tuesday. More than 2.37 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
Benefits firm First Person Advisors acquired by leading insurance broker
First Person, founded in 1997 by Bryan Brenner, is expected to keep operations in Indianapolis. Under the deal, New York-based NFP Corp. will keep all 55 First Person employees.
FDA expected to OK Pfizer vaccine for teens within week
Officials hope that extending vaccinations to teens will further accelerate the nation’s reduced virus caseload and allow schools to reopen with minimal disruptions this fall.
Indiana reports 812 new COVID-19 cases, rise in hospitalizations
The state said more than 1.94 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Monday. More than 2.36 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
Employers, insurers push to make virtual visits regular care
Make telemedicine your first choice for most doctor visits. That’s the message some U.S. employers and insurers are sending with a new wave of care options.
State’s COVID-19 count tops 1,000 cases for fifth straight day
The state said more than 1.93 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Sunday. More than 2.36 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
Indiana sees COVID-19 cases climb by 1,191, deaths by 5
The state said more than 1.91 million Hoosiers have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. More than 2.35 million have received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
U.S. extends face-mask requirement on planes until September
The Transportation Security Administration said Friday it will extend its mask requirement, which also applies in airports and train stations, through Sept. 13. The rule took effect Feb. 1 and was set to expire May 11.
Number of Americans fully vaccinated tops 100 million
Thirty-nine percent of the nation’s adult population has been fully vaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Over 55% of adults have received at least one dose.
Indiana’s daily COVID-19 cases hit highest mark in 11 weeks
Statewide hospitalizations due to COVID-19 rose from 890 on Wednesday to 920 on Thursday. Hospitalizations are up 32% since April 1.
Indiana COVID-19 daily cases climb to 1,406
The state said more than 1.84 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Wednesday. More than 2.33 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
Indoor concerts about to return to Indianapolis-area venues
Hilbert Circle Theatre in downtown Indianapolis, The Palladium in Carmel and The Vogue in Broad Ripple are among the venues that are getting back to business starting as soon as Friday.
U.S. jobless claims drop to lowest level since pandemic hit
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week, to 553,000, another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
FDA revives federal effort to ban menthol cigarettes
U.S. health regulators pledged again Thursday to try to ban menthol cigarettes, this time under pressure from African American groups to remove the mint flavor popular among Black smokers.
Curium plans $10M investment, 34 new jobs in Noblesville radiopharmaceutical facility
Curium, a nuclear medicine company with global headquarters in London and Paris and its North American headquarters in St. Louis, took over the Noblesville facility when it acquired Zevacor Molecular in March 2020.
With demand for vaccines leveling off, Indiana health officials make new push
Indiana continues to lag most of the nation in the percentage of people who are fully vaccinated, despite high-profile efforts by the state to roll out mass vaccination clinics and offering same-day, walk-in or drive-in shots.
Indiana COVID-19 cases hit highest mark since Feb. 20
The Indiana State Department of Health on Wednesday reported 19 new deaths from COVID-19, the largest daily number since April 14.
Real ID requirement for air travel delayed amid lag at motor vehicle branches
U.S. air travelers will be required to present the Real ID credential to board a domestic flight beginning May 3, 2023. Implementation was scheduled to take effect in October.
Statewide COVID-19 hospitalizations up 37% since beginning of month
The state said more than 1.76 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Tuesday. More than 2.3 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.