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The limit on outdoor gatherings in New Jersey will increase to 200 people starting Friday, but the state’s cap on indoor events will remain at 25.

The cause of her concern? A rising number of coronavirus cases in the United States. The most recent seven-day average is just below 60,000 cases per day.

The state has made significant progress in its vaccination effort after Gov. Tom Wolf came under intense scrutiny, but that progress still depends, in part, on where you live.

Despite the progress in vaccinating Americans, there's concern about the threat posed by COVID-19 variants. The White House is urging not to "let down our guard."

Why aren’t the vaccines approved for children? When will vaccine trials in kids have results? WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk did the homework.

Experts worry the public is getting the message that increased vaccination means it's in the clear, even though only a fraction of the public has completed a full course.

Health researchers wonder why the United States tried to reinvent the wheel when it came to setting up COVID-19 vaccinations on a large scale.

A new study shows levels above those traditionally considered sufficient — 30 ng/ml (nanograms per milliliter) — may lower the risk of coronavirus infection.

Jefferson’s Center for Autism & Neurodiversity has been working with focus groups of young adults to craft strategies.

Penn researchers looked at data from 498 Black men admitted to Level I trauma centers. Health insurance and mental health stigmas limited access to care.

The city is counting on FEMA to open at least one more clinic, and still leaning heavily on the Black Doctors Consortium.

Philadelphia’s Health Commissioner told families to stay home as spring holidays coincide with a spike in positive COVID tests and a lag in vaccinations.

The expansion to millions of residents and those who work in New Jersey means millions more people will be able to get the vaccine.

Left to their own devices, viruses are pretty much helpless. They need cells to infect in order to replicate. But they’re sneaky — ma ...

With a few exceptions, Rutgers University students will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.