Gov. Holcomb provides update on state's response to COVID-19

By: Melissa Hudson

Posted: Dec 9, 2020 3:12 PM EDT

NOW: Gov. Holcomb provides update on state’s response to COVID-19

Governor Eric Holcomb held his weekly press conference Wednesday afternoon to give an update on the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Governor Holcomb announced he is asking all hospitals to cancel all elective procedures so beds are available for COVID-19 patients.

Officials also discussed the COVID-19 vaccine. All residents are encouraged to get the vaccine once it is available.