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This transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2—also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19—isolated from a patient in the U.S.

Arizona reports 3K virus cases for first time in 6 months

Aug 13, 2021 The state also reported 23 more deaths.
This illustration provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in January 2020 shows the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).

Arizona reports 2,970 more COVID-19 cases, most in 6 months

Aug 12, 2021 The number of virus patients occupying hospital beds also continued to climb on Thursday.
A health care worker prepares doses of the COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination event in Globe on March 13, 2021.

Banner leader says hospitals seeing sharp rise in COVID cases, especially among children

Aug 11, 2021 Banner Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Marjorie Bessel urged the public to get vaccinated to protect those who are too young.
A sign outside of the University of Arizona bookstore reminds visitors that masks are required to enter.

University of Arizona will require masks indoors

Aug 11, 2021 ASU, NAU also announce mask requirements amid rising number of COVID-19 cases statewide.

Pima County overdose deaths on pace to surpass last year's record

Aug 10, 2021 Nearly 450 people died from overdoses across the county last year, county officials say this year that number could surpass 500.
A sign on the campus of the University of Arizona directs visitors to a COVID-19 testing site, August 2020.

UA to open with in-person classes

Aug 9, 2021 Arizona requirements keep the university from mandating vaccines and masks.
This transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2—also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19—isolated from a patient in the U.S.

Arizona reports more than 2,000 COVID-19 cases for 6th day

Aug 9, 2021 Virus-related hospitalizations continue to climb with 1,380 as of Sunday.
Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point), Mexico attracts thousands of visitors from Arizona and other places who are seeking sun, sand, and surf. This photo was taken in November 2018.

Rocky Point implements new COVID-19 restrictions as cases rise

Aug 8, 2021 Leaders announced they are reducing hours and capacity at some local establishments.
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Arizona reports over 2K more COVID cases on 4th straight day

Aug 7, 2021 Seven-day rolling average of daily new cases nearly doubled over the past two weeks.
Children at school during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics coming to Tucson schools

Aug 6, 2021 Alice Vail Middle School and Salpointe Catholic High School will have clinics Saturday. No appointments needed.
Illustration of coronavirus structure.

Arizona health officials report 2,289 new cases of COVID-19, 11 deaths

Aug 5, 2021 Hospitalizations at highest level since February
University of Arizona students wearing masks on campus.

UA re-evaluating how the school semester will begin

Aug 3, 2021 UA official says how the university will start the year depends on COVID-19 transmission data.
This transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2—also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19—isolated from a patient in the U.S.

Arizona reports 1,974 new COVID-19 cases, 30 deaths

Aug 3, 2021 Hospitalizations reach highest level in about five months
A health care worker at Tucson Medical Center fills a syringe with a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. January 2021.

How to have a conversation about the COVID-19 vaccine

Aug 3, 2021 UA grad assistant hosts online discussion
A decal on a sidewalk in Tucson reminds pedestrians to follow social distancing guidelines. November 2020.

Arizona reports 1,846 virus cases after 2 days of 2,000-plus

Aug 2, 2021 CDC: Transmission of COVID-19 substantial or high in all Arizona counties
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez said the "Stay home, stay safe" message from the tribal government guarantees that businesses in the nation have the "the safest environment" compared to those outside its tribal lands during the pandemic.

Arizona reports 2,306 new COVID-19 cases and 5 more deaths

Aug 1, 2021 State sees more than 2,000 new cases for second consecutive day

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