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Pima County records a rise in deaths by suicide in March

The sharpest increase came in the second half of the month.

'Underlying conditions' include common health issues

They make it more likely a person will land in the hospital with the coronavirus.

UA, state health agency partner on antibody tests

250,000 tests are being developed for medical personnel.

Crisis line sees increase in calls during COVID-19 pandemic

Tucson’s Hope Inc. encourages people who are alone and experiencing anxiety to take advantage of calling their Warm Line.

ASU team building 'UV BBQ' to sanitize masks

The device uses UVC light to kill the novel coronavirus on multiple masks in a matter of minutes.

State map showing coronavirus cases by ZIP 'pretty much meaningless,' Pima County Health director says

Bob England says the map mostly shows where some limited groups have been tested, not the spread of the virus.

Want to delay your emissions test in Arizona? Only if you're 65+

ADEQ says they're working to reduce risk during emissions testing, and that clean air helps us all, including those with COVID-19.

Health Department: Arizona hospitals have 1,000 ICU beds, 3,000 regular beds

There are state and federal plans to increase capacity if need be.

White Mountain Apache Tribe issues curfew to reduce spread of COVID-19

The tribal council's order also put in place a stay-at-home order as cases rise into the double digits.

Arizona hospitals, health care providers receive $707M from relief package

Many hospitals, especially those in rural areas, took financial losses due with the suspension of elective surgeries.

Ducey issues guidelines for nursing homes in Arizona

The governor also ordered self-quarantine for travelers from certain states.

UA president sets goal of testing whole campus community for COVID-19 antibodies

President Robert Robbins says the testing will be crucial in determining when to reopen campus.

Ducey COVID-19 treatment order splits health officials

An order from the governor walks a fine line on when and how an anti-malarial drug could be dispensed to treat COVID-19.

Basketballs and drills: UA scientists designing innovative ventilator prototypes

A cross-disciplinary group is working to supplement the supply of life-saving health equipment diminished by the pandemic.

Ducey orders barber shops, nail salons to close

The governor "clarified" his executive order following criticism.

'Like a freight train we can’t stop': Health care workers prepare for the worst

As Arizona health care workers brace for a surge of COVID-19 patients, experts warn of the burden on their mental health.

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