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Idaho’s new coronavirus cases continue to rise — but not among school-age children
The state reported 86 new cases involving 5- to 17-year-olds last week, a 17% decrease.
Coronavirus case numbers remain low — but they’re ticking upward
Last week, the state reported 103 new coronavirus cases involving 5- to 17-year-olds. The previous week, this number was 44.
New coronavirus case numbers fall to pre-delta, pre-omicron rates
The state and its seven health districts reported 1,561 new cases last week, the lowest number since the week ending July 23.
Coronavirus numbers show continued improvement
Idaho’s cases reach their lowest daily rate since late December. And the positive test rate crosses an encouraging threshold.
COVID at two years: What has the health crisis meant for you?
The last two years have been a whirlwind. We’re looking back at the highlights — and would love to hear from you.
Variants, vaccines and local control — Idaho’s two pandemic years
Idaho battled two variant-fueled COVID surges as schools shuttered and local leaders wrestled with restriction talks.
Idahoans share their stories on how COVID impacted their lives
A former school board member, parent share their life experiences during the past two years of a pandemic.
Coronavirus case rate inches downward
Other coronavirus metrics also improved, but new cases involving 5- to 17-year-olds increased slightly.
A week of encouraging Idaho coronavirus trends
New case numbers continued to head downward — across the state and in schools as well. Other metrics were encouraging as well.
Coronavirus case rates continue to slow
Idaho’s largest school districts, and most college campuses, reported decreases in new coronavirus cases last week.