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Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine gets full FDA approval

The FDA has never before had so much evidence to judge a shot’s safety.

August 23, 2021

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WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer. The Food and Drug Administration’s decision on Monday may help lift public confidence in vaccinations as the nation battles the most contagious coronavirus mutant yet. The FDA has never before had so much evidence to judge a shot’s safety. More than 200 million doses…

LIVE: Escape Room Murder Mystery at Ft. Sisseton

The pandemic was murder on recreation sites in the region... until they found a creative solution. Now you can be a part of it.

August 23, 2021

Emily Welker,

Lake City, S.D. — It was looking pretty bleak in terms of keeping visitor attractions going at Ft. Sisseton State Park during this pandemic. Then, they hit on the perfect solution. Murder. That’s the stroke of inspiration from state park manager Ali Jo Tonsfeldt, who figured out a murder mystery could be the perfect way to get guests back into…

Essentia Health seeing unseasonably high cases of RSV in children

A local pediatrician says she's seeing more children getting admitted to the hospital for a respiratory-related illness

August 18, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Children across the metro are getting infected with Respiratory Syncytial Virus, commonly known as RSV, earlier in the year than usual. “I’m definitely admitting children every single day with RSV and classically in years past, we would be admitting these kids in November and December and we’re seeing several a day that are getting admitted with…

Back to school backpack safety tips

August 18, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Whether you’re buying a new backpack for your child, or they’re using the same one from last year, make sure it fits right. Health experts say they should weigh no more than 10 percent of a kid’s body weight. Backpacks also need to have two padded shoulder straps to keep weight distributed evenly. Look out for…

UND recommends COVID vaccine to incoming students

The university is granting faculty members the authority to require masks in their classrooms.

August 18, 2021

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GRAND FORKS (KFGO) – As students prepare to return to the University of North Dakota next week, UND President Andrew Armacost – in a message to the campus community – said getting vaccinated is the best defense against COVID-19. According to the UND website, anyone wishing to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. The university is granting faculty…

Sanford Health offers remote community vaccination clinic

First round of Pfizer vaccines were given at the Arbors at McCormick Park apartment complex.

August 17, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A remote vaccination clinic is making it easier for people in one apartment complex to get their COVID-19 vaccines. Sanford Health is giving people living at the Arbors at McCormick Park apartment complex the chance to get their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Officials say it’s a convenient way for those who may find it…

Fargo Cass Public Health asks city & county leaders to follow CDC guidelines

August 13, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Cass Public Health officials are drafting a letter to send to Fargo, West Fargo and Cass County leaders urging them to follow CDC guidelines regarding masks. The decision comes a day after Cass County was placed in the high risk category for COVID-19 transmission rates. In communities with high levels of transmission, the CDC recommends…

Nigerian patient seeks medical treatment at Sanford Health in Fargo

"I would not only recommend it, I would actively encourage people to seek this out."

August 13, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Nigerian man who normally travels to the United Kingdom for medical care makes a stop at Sanford Health in Fargo for an annual exam. Forty-Six-year-old, Erhi Obebeduo from Nigeria decided to make a stop at Sanford Health in Fargo for his yearly health checkup. “I wanted to go to London as I usually go every…

Pet Connection: Meet Minxy

She's a big ball of orange fluff and love.

August 12, 2021

Emily Welker,

We have a girl who wants to be the only kitty in town joining us for this week’s Pet Connection. The adorable Minxy was an owner surrender after she and the other cat in the household couldn’t get along. She loves dogs, enjoys kids and adults, but the Humane Society of the Lakes recommends Minxy be the only cat in…

North Dakota doctors discuss back to school immunizations

August 6, 2021

Aaron Walling,

NORTH DAKOTA (KVRR) — As we head into a new school year, the North Dakota Department of Health is discussing immunizations for students. With school starting in the next few weeks the North Dakota Department of Health wants to give parents some advice on vaccinations. “We call them kindergarten vaccines for people, you can give them as early as age…