Ducey lifts elective surgery ban starting May 1
Apr 22, 2020 The governor says for now, other steps to reopening Arizona economy will be gradual.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe increasing coronavirus testing, though supplies 'extremely limited'
Apr 21, 2020 Officials say the tribe now has equipment to quickly test members and some employees for COVID-19, but it needs more tests.
Most Arizonans say they're heeding the call to stay home, according to poll
Apr 21, 2020 Eight out of 10 people said they are not leaving the house at all or only if they must due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Tucson nurse: Medical staff asked to reuse protective gear to preserve supply
Apr 20, 2020 A local nurse says equipment like N95 masks and face shields aren't in abundant supply.
Depression, anxiety, abuse continue during the pandemic, but so do help groups
Apr 17, 2020 The coronavirus has exacerbated existing challenges for some, but there are groups and resources that can help.
ACLU calls on Border Patrol to halt enforcement at hospitals, other 'sensitive locations'
Apr 16, 2020 A video sent to the legal aid group shows an agency vehicle parked at a COVID-19 testing site.
Pima County records a rise in deaths by suicide in March
Apr 16, 2020 The sharpest increase came in the second half of the month.
'Underlying conditions' include common health issues
Apr 15, 2020 They make it more likely a person will land in the hospital with the coronavirus.
UA, state health agency partner on antibody tests
Apr 15, 2020 250,000 tests are being developed for medical personnel.
Crisis line sees increase in calls during COVID-19 pandemic
Apr 14, 2020 Tucson’s Hope Inc. encourages people who are alone and experiencing anxiety to take advantage of calling their Warm Line.
ASU team building 'UV BBQ' to sanitize masks
Apr 14, 2020 The device uses UVC light to kill the novel coronavirus on multiple masks in a matter of minutes.
State map showing coronavirus cases by ZIP 'pretty much meaningless,' Pima County Health director says
Apr 14, 2020 Bob England says the map mostly shows where some limited groups have been tested, not the spread of the virus.
Want to delay your emissions test in Arizona? Only if you're 65+
Apr 14, 2020 ADEQ says they're working to reduce risk during emissions testing, and that clean air helps us all, including those with COVID-19.
Health Department: Arizona hospitals have 1,000 ICU beds, 3,000 regular beds
Apr 14, 2020 There are state and federal plans to increase capacity if need be.
Arizona hospitals, health care providers receive $707M from relief package
Apr 13, 2020 Many hospitals, especially those in rural areas, took financial losses due with the suspension of elective surgeries.
White Mountain Apache Tribe issues curfew to reduce spread of COVID-19
Apr 11, 2020 The tribal council's order also put in place a stay-at-home order as cases rise into the double digits.Selected Archive Filters
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