Health
Philly vaccine interest registry has built-in disparities, widening the racial divide
Advocates say more outreach and walk-up access could help bridge the gap.
5 years ago
Pa. coronavirus update: CHOP is approved site for COVID-19 vaccine trials for kids
Moderna will test its vaccine in children under 12, including babies as young as six months old.
5 years ago
N.J. coronavirus update: Murphy expects full-time, in-person learning next school year
Citing the need for in-person instruction, N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy expects students and teachers to be “safely” back in the classroom for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Listen 0:56New Pa. initiative seeks to identify and reduce causes of health disparities
“Many of these areas with profound disparities have a history of redlining, showing a direct link between historical racism and the health effects of today."
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Camden County-run vaccination sites booked through fall; appointments still available at FEMA site
Camden County-run vaccination sites are booked through October, but appointments are still available at the FEMA-supported site in Camden which closes Friday.
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Del. coronavirus update: State to open vaccine to everyone over age 50
Starting March 17, anyone in Delaware over the age of 50 will be eligible to get a vaccine at their local pharmacy. Medical providers will still prioritize high-risk groups.
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Pa. coronavirus update: Large outdoor events on horizon in Philly
Walk-up appointments will be available to Philly residents eligible in Phases 1A and 1B who can show ID or proof of address from 22 ZIP codes.
5 years ago
Sharp, ‘off the charts’ rise in alcoholic liver disease among young women
Although liver diseases still affect more men, younger women are driving the increase in deaths, a trend that began several years ago and is now supercharged by the pandemic.
5 years ago
Moderna gives first vaccine shots to young kids as part of COVID-19 study
Researchers hope to learn about the effectiveness of the vaccine for kids ages 6 months to less than 12 years old. Moderna plans to enroll roughly 6,750 children in eight U.S.
5 years ago
Colleges canceled spring break, but students are traveling anyway
The rise of online classes means students can now attend college from anywhere, including beachside.
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Philly’s FEMA site adding walk-up vaccines for residents of underserved ZIP codes
The switch from invite-only is intended to close the gap in vaccination rate, which varies widely across the city.
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COVID-19 data miss a lot of people — raising questions
In lower-income countries and among certain at-risk populations, reliable data aren't always available.
5 years ago
CDC looks at whether 3 feet — instead of 6 — is safe for schools’ social distancing
A new study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases suggests that 3 feet may be as safe as 6 feet, so long as everyone is masked.
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Philly began allowing walk-ins this weekend after noticing that some of its appointment slots were going unclaimed, health officials said.
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Vaccines at Wawa? Not at this time, officials say, but convenience chain is ‘ready to help’
In a dream world, people would be able to get their shot with a coffee and Krimpet.
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