Arizona to conduct COVID-19 'testing blitz'
The state hopes to test up to 60,000 people over three weekends.
Arizona coronavirus news in brief, April 24
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: State expands COVID testing, changes to political campaigns, wildfire impacts and more.
AZ Rep. proposes federal malpractice insurance for urban Indian health facilities
Expanded coverage would apply off-reservation where the majority of tribal members live.
Epidemiologist: no indication warmer weather will deter COVID-19 cases
A discussion with University of Arizona epidemiologist Michael Worobey.
Ducey lifts elective surgery ban starting May 1
The governor says for now, other steps to reopening Arizona economy will be gradual.
Continued wall construction puts border residents on edge amid COVID-19 pandemic
Residents of small border communities say construction workers don't practice safe social distancing on or off the job
Tucson Medical Center allows visitors at patient windows
Family members and TMC staff say these distanced visits can help boost morale to all involved.
Spotting the difference between Southern Arizona allergies and coronavirus
Experts say symptoms are similar but cite significant differences.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe increasing coronavirus testing, though supplies 'extremely limited'
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
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
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
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'
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
The sharpest increase came in the second half of the month.
'Underlying conditions' include common health issues
They make it more likely a person will land in the hospital with the coronavirus.
