With local spread likely in Arkansas' Faulkner County, health officials updated vaccination recommendations for those living in or traveling to it and neighboring counties.
Maternal death rates peaked in 2021 as COVID-19 climbed.
When asked about the next 4 years, 44% of respondents said the new leaders will make them trust their health recommendations less than they used to.
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