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CDC director talks recent surge of RSV cases, ways to protect against virus

CDC director talks recent surge of RSV cases, ways to protect against virus

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CDC director talks recent surge of RSV cases, ways to protect against virus

Dr. Rochelle Walensky recommends that parents and their children stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, including boosters and yearly flu shots.

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Vaccine

4.4M Americans roll up sleeves for omicron-targeted boosters

The U.S. has ordered 171 million doses of the new boosters for the fall.
Local News

When could the next COVID-19 booster be available in the Midlands?

The CDC gave final approval of the newest COVID booster on Thursday paving the way for protection against the omicron variant.
Nation World

CDC endorses updated COVID boosters, shots to begin soon

The decision by CDC Director Rochelle Walensky came shortly after the agency's advisers said if enough people get boosters, the shots could prevent a winter surge.

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Local News

New development coming to Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia

Langley Pointe will offer luxury apartments in a gated community with an outdoor kitchen and fire pit, a “bark park” and pet spa, and EV charging stations.
Local News

1,170 new jobs coming to this South Carolina county due to electric car batteries

The company will make what it's calling a battery cell gigafactory.

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Scams

There's no $150 Kroger coupon — this is a scam

A VERIFY viewer asked if Kroger is really giving away a free $150 coupon for the company’s anniversary — it’s not. Similar coupon scams have circulated since 2013.
Money

No, completely closing vents isn’t a reliable way to save money on central heating

Completely closing your vents might damage your HVAC system and raise energy costs, but you could save money with fewer risks by partially closing certain vents.