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COVID-19 Update

Arizona is seeing a steady increase in COVID-19 cases, but the state recently eased its guidelines for reopening and closing schools. Governor Doug Ducey today addressed the increase in Coronavirus cases in Arizona. Governor said that the increase is not a surprise, and that there is a, “Storm ahead of us”, but added that the […]

Oct. 29, 2020

Mayo Clinic recommends staying at home for Halloween

Halloween is almost here and there's concern about keeping kids and families safe from COVID-19. We spoke with Dr. Kai Singbartl, Head of Infection Prevention and Control at the Mayo Clinic, about some safe alternatives to trick-or-treating that families can consider this year. Singbartl emphasized, "if you are sick or if you've been exposed to somebody with COVID-19, please do not engage in any in-person activities. Stay at home and do not interact with other people."

Oct. 28, 2020

Ballet Arizona hosting virtual classes for people with Parkinson’s Disease and Down Syndrome

Ballet Arizona is providing two new virtual dance programs to help serve groups at extra-risk for COVID-19. One is a class for those with Parkinson’s Disease. The other is a class for people with Down Syndrome.

Oct. 23, 2020

Pandemic yields new travel trends

The pandemic has made for considerable changes in travel plans for many Americans.

Oct. 22, 2020

Journalists’ Roundtable: The final weeks of Arizona's 2020 election season

In the final weeks of the election season, President Donald Trump makes another stop in Arizona as COVID-19 cases are rising in the state. To talk about that on this week's Journalists' Roundtable: Laurie Roberts of The Arizona Republic and Howie Fischer from Capitol Media Services.

Oct. 23, 2020

COVID-19 cases are steadily increasing

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Arizona. It's not a dramatic increase but the numbers are not going in the right direction. Will Humble from the Arizona Public Health Association said, "we're not in an exponential growth phase, at least not yet. But it is steady growth and what it does is it tells you that it's time to take some measures."

Oct. 21, 2020

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Foster care system challenged by COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is making for additional challenges for children in foster care. Those challenges extend to caregivers and families in the foster care system. We learned more from Kris Jacober from the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation.

Oct. 21, 2020

Find a furry friend during October's "Adopt A Dog" Month

October is "Adopt a Dog Month." Judith Gardner with the Arizona Animal Welfare League shared how adopting a new furry friend can be a great way to combat loneliness and lift spirits in these uncertain times.

Oct. 19, 2020

Voter IQ: What is a school board and how are members elected?

There's increasing attention over school policies regarding masks and other COVID-19 issues. Those policies and issues are decided by school boards. But what is a school board and how are these boards elected? We asked Steven Chapman, the president of the Arizona School Board Association.

Oct. 14, 2020

Vaping increases risk of COVID-19 among young adults

Vaping among young people is on the rise in Arizona, and a new study shows a startling risk of contracting COVID-19 among teenagers and young adults who use vaping products.

Oct. 12, 2020

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COVID-19 Update

Mayo Clinic recommends staying at home for Halloween

Ballet Arizona hosting virtual classes for people with Parkinson’s Disease and Down Syndrome

Pandemic yields new travel trends

Journalists’ Roundtable: The final weeks of Arizona's 2020 election season

COVID-19 cases are steadily increasing

Foster care system challenged by COVID-19

Find a furry friend during October's "Adopt A Dog" Month

Voter IQ: What is a school board and how are members elected?

Vaping increases risk of COVID-19 among young adults

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