Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In December 2019, the CDC began monitoring an infectious disease outbreak caused by a new coronavirus strain first identified in Wuhan, China. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease: COVID-19, which was officially named a pandemic on March 11, 2020.

The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020, in the state of Washington. The first fatality in the United States was announced on February 28, 2020. Find COVID-19 breaking news, what corrections officers and staff need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on Corrections1.

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COVID-19 vaccine safety: Answering FAQ and dispelling myths

The development of highly effective vaccines against the COVID-19 virus is an astounding feat of scientific innovation

Review: 1 in 4 Calif. prison employees got COVID-19

Twenty-six employees have died and the virus has torpedoed morale, according to corrections data and employee interviews
COVID-19 vaccination: The questions correctional administrations should be asking

COVID-19 has spread widely in jails and prisons. What vaccine policy options do we have to arrest the spread?
NM corrections officer sues over vaccination mandate

Isaac Legaretta is facing termination for declining a vaccination; Dona Ana County said it stands behind its policy

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Courts end judicial oversight of COVID measures in Hawaii prisons
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The order lifts the prohibition on judges imposing bail on defendants accused of certain low-level offenses during the pandemic
Fla. COs, inmates start to receive COVID-19 vaccines
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Corrections Secretary Mark Inch sent a letter to state inmates, underscoring the importance of getting a vaccine
Advocates: Prisons need better vaccine education for inmates
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Advocates say efforts should include bringing in outside experts and trusted community members, not just passing out flyers and having talks by prison staff
Data: Less than 20% of state and federal prisoners have been vaccinated
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"If you want to see an end to the pandemic, you've got to vaccinate the people in the places where there are the largest clusters," a health official said
Lawsuit demands COVID-19 vaccines for inmates at Wash. prisons
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The suit seeks an order banning direct contact with inmates by DOC employees and contractors who refuse vaccines
More Ohio prisons reopening for in-person visits as coronavirus infection rates drop
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Of 28 locations,10 facilities already are open, and another 11 are set to restart in-person visits
Attorney: 1,000 Ill. inmates to go free under virus suit
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The settlement calls for the release of low- to medium-risk inmates who are within nine months of their release date
The impact of the American Rescue Plan on local government
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Cities and counties will receive $130 billion in aid for COVID-19 response
Facility guidance on virtual PREA audits during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Are Department of Justice-certified PREA auditors permitted to conduct any part of the onsite portion of the PREA audit remotely?
Disciplinary infractions prevent some Wis. DOC employees from getting hazard pay
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The money was distributed under a merit-based model, meaning many employees were excluded because they broke a rule or didn't meet the criteria
Family of inmate who died of COVID-19 at San Quentin prison sues Calif.
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The family of inmate Daniel Ruiz claims the transfer of infected inmates into the prison led to his death
US corrections officers refusing vaccine despite COVID-19 outbreaks
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COs are refusing vaccines at alarming rates, causing some public health experts to worry about the prospect of controlling the pandemic both inside and outside
On-Demand Webinar: How to assess and heal your stress-damaged relationships
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A crowd-sourced educational stress management experience with Mike Taigman and Angela Leath for cops, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 telecommunicators and correctional officers
COVID-19: Corrections deaths
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Tracking the coronavirus-related deaths of U.S. corrections officers and personnel
Tenn. officials: Some inmates now qualify for COVID-19 vaccine
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The department's announcement came days after an advisory panel determined that inoculating inmates would result in "lots of media inquiries"
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