COVID-19 Archives

Preliminary research finds that even mild cases of COVID-19 leave a mark on the brain – but it’s not yet clear how long it lasts

by Jessica Bernard
September 26, 2021

These new findings bring about important yet unanswered questions: What do these brain changes following COVID-19 mean for the process and pace of aging? And, over time does the brain recover to some extent from viral infection?

Christian County joins growing number of school districts adopting ‘Test to Stay’ programs

by Julia Hunter
September 26, 2021

The modified quarantine strategy is gaining momentum with school districts across the country, despite the lack of an endorsement by federal health officials. Nevertheless, early studies appear promising — when protocols are implemented alongside other COVID-19 precautions like masking.

Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn’t a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices

by Art Markman
September 23, 2021

Culturally, this is an era in which people are held in high esteem when they stick with their beliefs and are negatively labeled as “flip-floppers” or “wishy-washy” when they change what they think, but social psychologists say good decision-makers often explore information about options other than their favorite.

FDA panel recommends limiting Pfizer boosters to Americans 65 and older, those at high risk of severe COVID-19

by Matthew Woodruff
September 21, 2021

In recommending against boosters for the general public, the committee cited reasons such as lack of sufficient safety data in younger age groups and indications that initial doses still seem to be provide robust protection against severe illness.

Is my cloth mask good enough to face the delta variant?

by Amanda Michelle Gomez
September 21, 2021

As the virus changes — the density of the delta virus in the air is greater than the original strain — experts have adjusted their advice regarding masks.

Christian County Health Department confirms youngest COVID-19 death yet

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 20, 2021

The deceased was a 34-year-old woman who had no underlying health conditions. She had not received a COVID-19 vaccination.

Most public schools in Western Kentucky still require masking

by WKMS
September 17, 2021

As a Kentucky Board of Education mandate requiring masks expires, many districts are electing to continue a masking requirement in schools.

Health department reports 4 new COVID-19 deaths

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 16, 2021

All of the deceased were unvaccinated, and three of them had underlying health condition, health officials said.

In a Nashville hospital, ICU is filled with COVID-19 — and regret

by Blake Farmer
September 15, 2021

Tennessee hospitals are setting new records each day, caring for more covid patients than ever. The most critical patients are almost all unvaccinated, meaning ICUs are filled with regretful patients hoping for a second chance.

CCPS leaving mask mandate in place

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 13, 2021

A spokesman said the district wants to prevent a spike in quarantine absenteeism. The district will review the policy over fall break in early October.

Studies show that properly wearing masks slows the spread of the coronavirus

by Melissa Patrick
September 13, 2021

The largest randomized controlled study of masks, led by researchers from Stanford and Yale universities, is the latest that clearly supports the value of wearing surgical masks for reducing infection.

Corbin mayor asks unvaccinated residents to ‘shelter in place’

by Kentucky Health News
September 11, 2021

Baptist Health Corbin's workers are "completely overrun, overwhelmed, and overworked," Mayor Suzie Razmus said in a video message to the community.