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Md. health official: monoclonal antibody therapy can prevent COVID-19 symptoms from worsening 03/30/2021 10:43pm • Monoclonal antibody therapy can help prevent mild COVID-19 symptoms from developing into more serious issues, and the Maryland Department of Health is concerned that about two-thirds of the people who might benefit from that early intervention are not getting it. "If you have COVID, and you don't Virginia officials address Prince William group's vaccine equity concerns 03/30/2021 09:13pm • This article was written by WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. Virginia health officials responded to concerns Monday night from the Prince William chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women A lot of people are cherry blossom peeping at the Tidal Basin. Will park service restrict access? 03/30/2021 07:52pm • Cherry Blossom spectators enjoy the day in Washington, D.C. (WTOP/Kyle Cooper) After good-sized crowds over the weekend, 70 degrees and plenty of sunshine drew a lot of people once again to the Tidal Basin Tuesday to see the cherry blossoms, despite guidance to stay away. Walking around the T PHOTOS: What to expect at Nationals Park on Opening Day 03/30/2021 06:56pm • Opening Day at Nationals Park is Thursday, and just like everything else during the coronavirus pandemic — there are some big changes ahead for fans headed to the ballpark. For one thing, only 5,000 fans will be allowed in the stands, per D.C.’s coronavirus-restrictions. Other changes you ca Can they bill me for that? Md. insurance commissioner on monoclonal antibody treatments 03/30/2021 02:06pm • If your health insurance carrier operates in Maryland, and you were given monoclonal antibody treatments for COVID-19, you can't be billed for the administration of the therapy. Maryland Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Birrane explained why she invoked emergency powers to require Maryland health FEMA mobile vaccination units, community-based center coming to Maryland 03/30/2021 01:36pm • The mobile vaccination sites are 32-foot trailers with cold storage for vaccine doses and are intended to distribute a minimum of 250 doses a day. (Courtesy FEMA) The Federal Emergency Management Agency is strengthening its efforts to vaccinate the underserved in Maryland by launching two progra DC-area universities consider requiring students to get COVID-19 vaccine before fall 03/30/2021 11:25am • As the coronavirus vaccine becomes more available, local colleges and universities are looking into whether to require students to get the shot before heading to campus this fall. Rutgers in New Jersey was the first major university to announce that all students must be vaccinated against the cor Montgomery Co. kids lead effort to educate people about women's suffrage through service 03/30/2021 09:17am • WTOP is featuring people who make a difference in the community during Women’s History Month. A group of children in Montgomery County, Maryland, is leading the charge to educate other kids about the women's suffrage movement through an organization called The Yellow Roses. Carolyn Deol, 10, Where Md., DC and Va. stand on vaccine eligibility 03/30/2021 04:11am • Maryland is entering the next phase of the state's COVID-19 vaccination eligibility. Maryland enters Phase 2B on Tuesday to enable Marylanders age 16 and older with underlying medical conditions that increase the risk for severe COVID-19 illness. Acting Maryland Health Secretary Dennis Schrade What becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 means for relaxing safety measures 03/29/2021 11:41pm • Some people are celebrating becoming fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, but a Maryland doctor warns that COVID-19 shots aren't necessarily a ticket to a freer life for vacations, travel or completely abandoned safety protocols. "Traveling is not recommended to be something that you do for Positivity rate in young people driving Maryland COVID-19 cases higher 03/29/2021 10:53pm • While more and more people have been vaccinated, the number of COVID-19 cases in Maryland has increased the past few weeks; and health officials found younger people are getting sick. Since March 3, the state's COVID-19 positivity rate has climbed from 3.3% to 4.99% — more than a 50% increase. Archbishop of Washington remarks on Holy Week changes from last year 03/29/2021 10:48pm • Catholics across the region are celebrating Holy Week as Easter Sunday approaches. And the leader of the Roman Catholic Church in D.C. is remarking on what a year it has been for the faithful. "As we entered into Holy Week one year ago, we were at the beginning of what became a long journey throu Viewers take advantage of virtual views of DC's iconic cherry blossoms 03/29/2021 09:28pm • For many people heeding the advice of the National Park Service and others not to see D.C.’s iconic cherry trees in peak bloom in person again this year, they’re turning to virtual options. Among the cameras capturing the blooms in all their splendor are those being operated by the Trust for A year later, Maryland educators discuss lessons learned from virtual classrooms 03/29/2021 02:48pm • A growing number of school systems are allowing students to return to classrooms, but Maryland educators say they continue to learn valuable lessons from teaching students virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. Educators joined U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, for a virtual meeting on Monday, nearly Tips to alleviate common side effects after getting COVID-19 vaccine 03/29/2021 02:46pm • Side effects from the COVID-19 vaccines are normal and expected, and a Maryland doctor advises people to plan to take it easy for a few days in case symptoms develop. Signs a body is building protection against the coronavirus can include tiredness, headache, chills, fever, muscle pain and nausea