COVID-19 testing sites backed up as omicron variant circulates ahead of holidays
In the last two weeks, Washington state has averaged more than 1,500 new, likely cases of COVID-19 a day. And that's leading to a strain at testing sites in some areas.
COVID testing sites search part of Google, Biden partnership
Those interested in learning if they have the virus can search “free COVID test near me” to find the closest site
Rapid COVID-19 home tests could bring reassurance for 2021 holidays, experts say
At-home rapid COVID-19 tests could help make a family’s holiday gathering safer when combined with vaccination and boosters, experts say.
FEMA vaccine clinic opens in Federal Way as COVID-19 cases rise
Local health authorities teamed up with FEMA to open a vaccine clinic as South King County sees an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Swedish company showcases microchip that can download COVID-19 passport status
A microchip technology introduced in recent years by the Stockholm-based startup, Epicenter, is being presented as a means to store one's COVID-19 vaccine passport under the skin, according to a video from the South China Post that went viral Friday.
Washington State Sen. Doug Ericksen dies at 52
Washington State Senator Doug Ericksen has died, more than a month after he was diagnosed with COVID-19 in El Salvador.
NY single-day record for COVID cases
21,027 New Yorkers have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, the highest number since January 14.
200 COVID-19 cases linked to high school wrestling tourneys; new safety guidance for indoor sports released
The Washington State Department of Health announced on Friday that it updated its health and safety guidance in response to the COVID-19 outbreaks linked to the high school wrestling tournaments this month.
21 heartwarming, feel-good things that happened in 2021
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, there were a lot of feel-good moments in 2021.
France: 5th wave is here, New Year's concerts and fireworks banned
“The fifth wave is here and it is here in full force,” Prime Minister Jean Castex told a news conference, adding that the fast-spreading omicron variant is expected to dominate infections in France at the start of January.
Smart Health Cards: Could it become an alternative to vaccine passports?
SmartHealth Cards have been adopted by over 20 states and it’s considered by some as a trusted source for people to access and verify their vaccine status.
Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett, RB Alex Collins placed on COVID-19 list
The Seattle Seahawks announced on Thursday that two players were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
DOH: COVID-19 outbreaks connected to multiple high school wrestling tournaments
The Washington State Department of Health is investigating several outbreaks of COVID-19 connected to multiple high school wrestling tournaments earlier this month.
National Cathedral to ring funeral bell 800 times in memory of 800K Americans lost to COVID-19
The Washington National Cathedral will ring its funeral bell 800 times Wednesday in memory of the 800,000 Americans who have died of COVID-19.
Washington marks one year of COVID-19 vaccinations
One year ago today, the first COVID-19 vaccines were administered in Washington.