Orange County Health Director: ‘It’s Time to Revisit Our Narrative About COVID’
Orange County’s health director says she’s not opposed to relaxed COVID-19 restrictions – but don’t throw away your masks just yet.
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Carrboro High, Hillsborough Elementary Reinstate Mask Requirements Following Clusters
Two schools in Orange County are set to make masks required for students, educators and visitors...
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Amid Rise of BA.2 Variant, Orange County Health Officials Cautiously Optimistic
The BA.2 variant of COVID-19 is causing an uptick in cases, but local health officials say they’re still feeling optimistic.
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More Free N95 Masks To Be Given Out in Orange County on Friday
The Orange County Health Department announced another shipment of N95 masks will be available to...
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Chatham County Begins N95 Mask Distribution; Orange County Prepares for More
Those seeking N95 masks for better mitigation of COVID-19’s spread can now receive a pack...
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UPDATE: Every Mask Claimed in Orange County N95 Giveaway
Starting Monday, January 31, the Orange County Health Department will be giving out free N95 masks at two locations while supplies last.
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Cedar Ridge High Vaccination Event Administers Wrong COVID Doses to Teens
At a recent pop-up vaccination event in Orange County, select teens were administered an incorrect...
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‘It’s Not Looking Great’: OC Health Director Urges COVID Boosters Amid Omicron
COVID-19 cases are continuing to surge throughout Orange County and the state largely because of the omicron variant. Local health leaders continue to urge everyone to receive their COVID-19 vaccine and their booster shot. Studies show this helps lessen the spread of the virus and add extra layers of protection against it.
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Increased Alcohol Consumption During Pandemic Raises Concerns, OC Health Department Says
Health experts are warning the community about underage and high-risk drinking, both of which spiked during the pandemic. The Orange County Health Department says preventing the harms of drinking locally involves monitoring, recognizing and educating everyone about sustainable best practices.
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OC Health Director: More COVID Cases in Winter Likely Despite Positive Trends
COVID-19 numbers are trending downward in Orange County, but with the colder months approaching, local health experts say it’s important to stay vigilant in coronavirus prevention measures.
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