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A new study finds that COVID-19 vaccines produce effective levels of antibodies in pregnant and breastfeeding women. They may benefit babies as well. (Jamie Grill/Getty Images)
NPR
Public Health

Study: COVID-19 vaccine is safe during pregnancy and may protect baby, too

Since the pandemic began, pregnant people have faced a difficult choice: to vaccinate or not to vaccinate.

5 years ago

Philadelphia City Hall is visible in a view of the Philadelphia skyline.
K-12
Pennsylvania
Public Health

Pa. officials to lift telework mandate; working from home still encouraged

Starting Sunday, In-person businesses may operate at 75% occupancy, and must follow all worker and building safety requirements for employers.

5 years ago

A passenger wears a face mask during an airline flight
National
Public Health
Travel

Fully vaccinated can travel again, says new CDC guidance

Add travel to the activities vaccinated Americans can enjoy again, according to new U.S. guidance issued Friday.

5 years ago

(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Radio Times

Exercise: evolution, myths and motivation

Harvard evolutionary biologist Daniel Lieberman discusses his new book "Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do is Health and Rewarding."

Air Date: April 2, 2021 10:00 am

Listen 49:45
A mural on the side of The William Way Center is visible.
LGBTQ
Philadelphia
Public Health
Billy Penn

Queer or trans and live in Philly? You could get vaccinated at William Way

The community center is hosting a clinic for people in Phase 1A or 1B.

5 years ago

Dr. Jeanie Tse opens a door to leave a residence
Behavioral Health
Mental Health
Public Health

‘It’s OK to not be OK’: For clients’ mental health, and their own, therapists managed intense new demands

Battling compassion fatigue became critical for mental health professionals amid busier schedules, clients’ increased trauma, and their own stresses.

5 years ago

Listen 4:49
Registered Nurse Rita Alba points out to Beltran Orlando the return date on his vaccination card
Health Care
Public Health

Guard your COVID vaccine card. Looks like you’re going to need it

Certain travel destinations and cruise lines already require proof you’ve gotten your full COVID-19 vaccine dose. Some suggest laminating the cards to keep them safe.

5 years ago

Listen 1:02
A member of the Philadelphia Fire Department administers a COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination site
Philadelphia
Public Health

Pa. coronavirus update: Philly residents in Phase 1C eligible for vaccine starting April 5

The city plans to prioritize four specific groups within 1C for vaccines: sanitation workers, maintenance and janitorial staff, utility workers, and postal workers.

5 years ago

Vivian Satchell (right) receives her second dose of COVID-19 vaccine from registered nurse Elizabeth Lash
Public Health

Community health clinics are positioned to vaccinate the most vulnerable. Do they have what they need to do it?

Federally qualified health centers are well positioned to vaccinate underserved communities. But they must balance that need with serving regular patients.

5 years ago

Listen 2:17
Registered nurse Pat DeHorsey draws a dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Pennsylvania
Politics
Public Health

Suburban counties breathe ‘huge sigh of relief’ as Pa. scraps controversial plan for regional vaccination sites

The state Health Department has ditched its plan for two PEMA vaccine sites to serve people in a combined 2,000-plus square miles. Officials are elated.

5 years ago

People line up for the COVID-19 vaccine outside the BB&T Pavilion in Camden
New Jersey
Public Health

N.J. coronavirus update: State launches vaccine finder to seek out appointments

New Jersey’s new vaccine finder is now online and will aggregate information across multiple scheduling platforms several times an hour for appointments.

5 years ago

People wearing face masks walk past blossoming trees
Pennsylvania
Public Health

Pa. coronavirus update: Most residents will be eligible for vaccine on April 19

Pennsylvania is poised to dramatically expand access to COVID-19 vaccines. Here’s what you need to know.

5 years ago

A health worker administers a COVID-19 vaccine
NPR
National
Public Health

Federal program to bring vaccine to nursing homes missed around half of staff

A federal push to reach both residents and staff at long-term care facilities is winding down, leaving many workers who care for the elderly and vulnerable unvaccinated.

5 years ago

Moviegoers sitting in a socially distant seating arrangement at the AMC Lincoln Square 13 theater
Radio Times
Travel

Getting ready to reopen: vaccine passports and social anxiety

With schools, restaurants, sports venues, and travel reopening, we'll look at plans for vaccine passports and explore the anxiety many are feeling around returning to normal.

Air Date: March 31, 2021 10:00 am

Listen 49:30
A nurse prepares to administer the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at Guy’s Hospital in London
Kids
Medicine
Public Health

Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens

The announcement Wednesday marks a step toward possibly beginning shots in this age group before the next school year

5 years ago

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