Holcomb resists renewed mask mandate as virus variant spikes
The governor has maintained he won’t reinstate a statewide mask mandate or other restrictions, instead leaving such decisions to local officials.
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NCAA recommends routine COVID testing only for unvaccinated
The updated guidance mostly follow CDC recommendations and come as football practices start across the country.
U.S. plans to require COVID-19 shots for foreign travelers
Airlines for America, a trade group for major U.S. airlines, said it was pleased by reports that the administration plans to make it easier for more foreign travelers to enter the country if they have been vaccinated.
Nursing home to workers: Get vaccine or lose your job
Some experts are calling for mandatory vaccinations at nursing homes, warning that unprotected staff members are endangering residents. Even residents who have been inoculated are vulnerable because many are elderly and frail, with weak immune systems.
Indiana reports 1,774 new COVID cases, 14 more deaths
The state said more than 2.96 million Hoosiers have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. More than 2.95 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
CDC issues new eviction ban for most of United States
Speaking at the White House on Tuesday, President Joe Biden was uncertain whether the new moratorium could withstand lawsuits about its constitutionality.
Indiana COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations hit highs not seen since mid-February
The state department of health reported 13 new deaths from COVID-19, lifting the cumulative death total to 13,596.
Southern, Northern District courts reinstate mask, social distancing mandates
Starting Tuesday, anyone coming in or occupying public areas of the four courthouses of the Southern District of Indiana must wear face coverings and maintain six feet of social distancing in all public spaces, regardless of vaccination status.
Statewide hospitalizations due to COVID-19 near three-month high
The state said more than 2.95 million Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Monday at 5 a.m. More than 2.94 million had received the first dose of a two-dose vaccination.
State: Decisions about vaccines, masks are up to school districts, businesses
State health officials say they have no authority to require anyone to get a vaccine, including state employees.
Thousands of hospital workers still unvaccinated
The clock is ticking for workers at large hospital systems across central Indiana to get vaccinated for COVID-19 or risk losing their jobs.
Biden orders tough new vaccination rules for federal workers
The federal government directly employs about 4 million people (including about 38,900 in Indiana), but Biden’s action could affect many more when federal contractors are factored in.
The Latest: State extends emergency designation | Biden orders vaccine rules for federal workers
With COVID numbers on the rise and businesses taking steps to require masks or vaccinations, IBJ is collected tidbits here. Check back regularly for updates.
Holcomb extends public emergency as contagious delta variant spreads quickly
The number of Indiana counties approaching high risk for community spread of COVID-19 nearly quadrupled in one week as an especially contagious coronavirus variant spread throughout the state.
As COVID-19 cases surge, Lilly reinstates mask restrictions on all workers
Eli Lilly and Co. confirmed to IBJ on Thursday its mask requirement is effective immediately and is based on recommendations earlier this week from the CDC. Many other large employers, however, are still in a wait-and-see mode on imposing new restrictions on employees.
IU Health specialist: ‘We have an epidemiological situation that is worsening’
IBJ talked to Dr. Cole Beeler, an infectious disease specialist at Indiana University Health, about vaccines, the CDC’s mask recommendation and more.
In a turnaround, Ascension St. Vincent to require employees to get vaccinated
Ascension’s decision to require vaccinations follows similar mandates by all three other major health systems here.
FDA asks Pfizer, Moderna to test vaccines in more children to help rule out safety issues
A federal official predicted that authorization of a coronavirus vaccine for children 5 through 11 might come by late October or early November.
Cancer-fighting nuclear medicine firms find home in central Indiana
Indianapolis’ newest publicly company, Point Biopharma Inc., is the latest player in a field expected to see explosive growth as doctors and researchers look for new ways to shrink tumors.
Indiana COVID-19 hospitalizations reach seven-week high
The state said more than 2.91 million Hoosiers have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 after an increase of 4,766.