by Ashley Byrd | Nov 3, 2020 | Health / Medicine, News, Politics / Govt
A COVID-19 vaccine could be approved soon, says Missouri’s senior U.S. Senator Roy Blunt, who has been involved in fast-tracking the process. “There are about four that are looking good right now and others being developed. Washington University is looking...
by admin | Oct 15, 2020 | Business, Health / Medicine, News, Politics / Govt
Missouri has submitted its plan for administering the impending COVID vaccine to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The state will receive feedback from the CDC on the 111-page plan by October 26. State Department of Health and Senior Services...
by admin | Sep 25, 2020 | Health / Medicine, News, Politics / Govt
State health officials say Missouri’s COVID-19 hotline will reduce its hours, starting in October. The hotline has seen a decline in overnight call volume. The state Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) established a statewide public hotline on March...
by Alisa Nelson | Sep 23, 2020 | Health / Medicine, News, Politics / Govt
Gov. Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson have both tested positive for COVID-19. According to a press release from the Governor’s Office, the first lady was tested this morning after displaying minor symptoms. The results came back positive. The governor was then...
by Alisa Nelson | Sep 16, 2020 | Health / Medicine, News
Gov. Mike Parson held a briefing today to update the state on Missouri’s COVID-19 response. He also gave his thoughts on the state Legislature’s work during today’s veto session and the completion of its special session work. Key points from today’s...