Photo courtesy to CDC Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- the Illinois State Univeristy's American Democracy project understands that COVID-19 and the University’s extension of Spring Break will impact the upcoming Primary Election on March 17. ADP sent out an email and stated, "Because civic engagement is a core value of Illinois State University, we would like to encourage you to still vote in the important election on Tuesday." The ADP said […]
Photo courtesy to CDC Facebook page NORMAL, Ill. - Amid Coronavirus fear, Illinois State University announced it will be extending spring break until March 23 and resume class April 12 through online classes or other instructional methods. The World Health Organization declared the spread of the Coronavirus as a pandemic. "That the time frame may be subject to change depending on evolving circumstances," ISU President Larry Dietz said. ISU administration […]
Photo courtesy to OSF Healthcare Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- There are misconceptions about the Coronavirus and local health leaders stress the seasonal flu is far more concerning. In Illinois, health facilities are mostly treating the unusual Influenza B-Victoria strain of flu virus that hasn't been seen since the 90s. Media Relations Coordinator Colleen Reynolds said, "You still have plenty of time to get vaccinated because this strain may last into […]
Photo courtesy to McLean County Public Health Department's Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is now able to conduct testing for the Coronavirus, making Illinois the first state to be able to do testing in state. Communication Specialist Dion McNeal said the IDPH was able to successfully complete their chemical analysis. "IDPH labs have been preparing for the release of these test kits and making […]
Photo courtesy the Student Health Services Homepage NORMAL, Ill.- Local and ISU health officials are working with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor the Coronavirus outbreak that started in Wuhan, China. “At this time the level of risk to the public remains low, however, if that changes or if there are any confirmed cases within our county, we will share […]
