Tracking COVID-19 in Ohio
How Ohioans are dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic
The local impact of COVID-19
COVID-19 and the classroom
The latest news from Ohio
Ohio has had 1,120,922 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 23. Read more
According to the World Health Organization, the COVID-19 virus cannot be spread through mosquito bites. Read more
Columbus City Schools will require students, staff and visitors to wear masks in school and … Read more
Amid rising rates of infection of the deadly COVID-19 virus, several steps are being taken b… Read more
The side effects impact people differently. Some experience none, some have slight flu-like symptoms that last for a day or two. Most people have a sore arm after both shots and often the side effects show up after the second dose. The side effects are usually minor and go away in a couple of days. Read more
The state's COVID-19 case rate increased for the second week in a row, the Ohio Department o… Read more
Ohio has had 1,119,298 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 21. Read more
Ohio has had 1,118,513 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 20. Read more
Ohio has had 1,117,769 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 19. Read more
Ohio schools will soon be barred from mandating that students be vaccinated against COVID-19. A Republican state lawmaker wants to also prohibit schools from mandating students and others wear face masks. Read more
Ohio has had 1,117,109 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 18. Read more
Ohio has had 1,116,322 total cases of COVID-19, the Ohio Department of Health reported July 16. Read more
COLUMBUS — Cleveland State University said Thursday it will continue to require that student… Read more
As the COVID-19 curve in the U.S. continues to trend upward after months of decline, Ohio's … Read more
As the U.S. sees a rise in COVID-19 cases driven in large part by the fast-spreading delta v… Read more
The latest coronavirus headlines
Reports of athletes, lawmakers and others getting the coronavirus despite vaccination may so… Read more
The current Miss Universe, Mexico’s Andrea Meza, will crown her successor at the end of the pageant.
The post 70th Miss Universe contest set for resort city of Eilat appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
Research from the Hebrew University points to some promising channel blockers that could be studied as antiviral treatments for SARS-CoV-2.
The post Several existing drugs may be effective against COVID-19 appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
PARIS (AP) — A French Holocaust survivor has denounced anti-vaccination protesters comparing… Read more
The plan, which has yet to be approved by the coronavirus cabinet, is set to take effect on July 21 • “If we do not do this, there will be unauthorized weddings without oversight,” says Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
The post Israel to launch ‘happy badge’ program for weddings and large events appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
Under the new plan, those required to enter isolation will now be able to exit after the seventh day, conditional on a negative PCR test.
The post Israel approves cutting COVID quarantine period in half appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
Israel’s health providers begin giving immunocompromised adults a third dose of the vaccine.
The post Israel becomes world’s first country to administer COVID booster appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
AIPAC president Betsy Berns Korn announced the decision in a letter, writing that the top priority was the health and safety of attendees.
The post AIPAC cancels in-person conference for second year due to COVID concerns appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
“With this agreement, we will be able to complete the development of the vaccine and enable Israel to produce vaccines independently,” said Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.
The post Israel signs MoU with pharma company to commercialize COVID-19 vaccine appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
Pfizer is about to seek U.S. authorization for a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine, saying … Read more
“Israel’s allies and friends know that it will stand by them in times of trouble,” says Foreign Minister Yair Lapid as ventilators, oxygen tanks and advanced protective gear are dispatched to Kathmandu.
The post Israel sends Nepal vital supplies to fight COVID-19 pandemic appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
“Our hope is that this repository of ideas can serve as a launching pad for others,” said Rabbi Adir Posy.
The post OU awards $100,000 to 35 synagogues for initiatives to welcome back congregants appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett: “We have made a win-win deal: South Korea will receive vaccines from our existing stocks and we will receive vaccines from their future shipment.”
The post Israel, South Korea sign mutual COVID-19 vaccine pact appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel, a world leader in coronavirus vaccinations, reported its hig… Read more
The Palestinian Health Ministry turned down the vaccines, claiming their expiration dates were earlier than had been agreed.
The post Israel looks for buyers as expiration date on nearly 1 million vaccines closes in appeared first on JNS.org. Read more
NEW: Revised health orders
COVID-19 resources
If you have questions regarding COVID-19, call 833-4ASKODH (833-427-5634) or visit coronavirus.ohio.gov.
- COVID-19 information from Columbus Public Health
- COVID-19 information from Franklin County Public Health
- COVID-19 information from the Ohio Department of Health
- COVID-19 information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- How COVID-19 spreads
- Symptoms of COVID-19
- What to do if you are sick
- Steps to prevent illness
- People at higher risk for COVID-19 and special populations
- Checklist for faith-based and community organizations
- Top 10 things to buy to prepare for COVID-19
- How to talk to children about COVID-19
COVID-19 vaccination program
Ohio resources
Responsible RestartOhio requirements
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