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Arizona officials are urging people to get flu shots this fall to avoid the double threat of flu and COVID-19, which they fear could overburden state hospitals. But the state’s vaccination track record is not great, with just 42.6% of adults getting flu shots last year.

Arizona pushes flu vaccinations to avert flu-and-COVID-19 ‘perfect storm’

Health officials are hoping to head off the possibility of a surge in hospitalizations from one or both of the viruses.
A Centers for Disease Control illustration of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

Arizona researchers dive into novel coronavirus

The team from the three state universities and T-Gen are trying to unlock the coronavirus.
Patrons at the Pima County Public Library's downtown Tucson branch use social distancing while waiting in line to use the library's computers on May 29, 2020.

Poll: Nearly 40% of Arizona residents wouldn't take COVID-19 vaccine

A poll suggests Arizona residents are split or undecided about whether they would take a coronavirus vaccine.
A Vote Here sign outside a polling place.

News roundup: Reaching Latino and young voters; Poll: 38% of Arizonans wouldn't get COVID-19 vaccine

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Sept. 15.
Looking west toward downtown Tucson, with "A" Mountain in the background.

Pima County taking testing to where the college students are

The county will use pop-up sites near local bars catering to students.
Arizona Republican Party Chairwoman Kelli Ward snaps a selfie with supporters of President Donald Trump at a Latinos for Trump event in Phoenix, Monday, Sept. 14. Like Ward, most of those attending the roundtable were maskless.

As polls show him trailing in Arizona, Trump stops in Phoenix to woo Latino voters

Events aimed at winning over Hispanic voters illustrate expectations that the demographic could make or break the November election.
Downtown Tucson, Oct, 23, 2019.

News roundup: Virus numbers grow at UA, Biden increases lead in AZ, flu shots crucial

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, September 14
University of Arizona students wearing masks on campus.

UA, Pima County asks off-campus students to shelter in place

The voluntary request is intended to stem a surge of new coronavirus cases.
Doctors say flu shots can guard against sickness through a COVID-stressed winter.

Doctors: flu shots crucial during COVID pandemic

They are hoping to prevent crowded hospitals and clinics during the winter.
Downtown Tucson, Oct. 23, 2019.

News roundup: Corporation Commission race approaching, federal unemployment dries up

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Sept. 11.
Signage inside a building at the University of Arizona promotes mask wearing on campus, July 2020.

UA reports its highest number of daily COVID-19 cases so far

Nearly 200 cases were confirmed Friday, with a testing positivity rate of 9.8%.
Distance learning options are getting mixed reviews from parents and educators.

Pandemic prompts parents to give pod learning a try

Supporters say it opens the door for educational reform, but the reviews are mixed.
University of Arizona students wearing masks on campus.

Learning about COVID-19: Science, false positives and vigilance

How changes in scientific advice reflect the learning curve of the pandemic.
Terri Rice with Adult Loss of Hearing Association demonstrates how to wear a mask she designed to increase lip reading abilities.

PPE needs of those with disabilities during pandemic, education for all

One woman creates masks to ease communication as nonprofits emphasize the struggles of people with disabilities during the pandemic
A student participating in a class online during the pandemic.

How schools respond differently as benchmarks come into view

Arizona Daily Star reporter Danyelle Khmara speaks about hybrid teaching and education for students with disabilities.
Lorraine Rivera and J.J. Rico, the executive director of the [Arizona Center for Disability Law, discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 among other challenges for people with disabilities during the pandemic on Arizona 360.

Reflection on legal protections for those with disabilities during the pandemic

Plus, advocates confront beliefs about people with disabilities, citing changes in work norms.

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