Yankton Health Board recommends extending mask mandate

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The Yankton Health Board is making a recommendation to the city commission to extend a mask mandate.
Health Board member Dr. Mary Milroy says the crisis is here.

 

Milroy says the science on wearing masks is clear.

Milroy says they need to act to help health care providers deal with the surge in Covid-19 cases.

The Yankton City Commission will hold a special meeting today to consider first reading of the health ordinance amendment. Final action on the changes will take place at their next regular meeting.