Health
Confirmed coronavirus cases are rising in 40 of 50 states
An alarming 36 states are seeing an increase in the percentage of tests coming back positive for the virus.
4 years ago
First Penn State student dies from COVID-19
The student was living off campus in State College when he began to feel ill. He traveled to his home in Allentown on June 19, then was tested for COVID-19 the next day.
4 years ago
NFL players raise concerns on playing, others ignore advice
Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins said last week that “football is a nonessential business and so we don’t need to do it.”
4 years ago
A user’s guide to masks: What’s best at protecting others (and yourself)
Here's a look at different kinds of masks you might consider and how effective they are at protecting the people around you — and you as well.
4 years ago
Another unwanted U.S. record: 50,000 new coronavirus cases in 1 day
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease specialist, predicted that the number of new coronavirus cases in the U.S. could soon reach 100,000 per day.
4 years ago
District Attorney so far silent on whether she will re-file case against Energy Transfer employee
4 years ago
N.J. casinos can reopen, but many workers still ‘waiting for the call’
Gov. Phil Murphy threw a last-minute curveball telling casinos they can reopen, but can’t allow drinking or eating inside.
4 years ago
No spitting: MLB unveils some new rules due to the coronavirus
MLB announced Monday that it would shift some of its in-game rules, making significant and historic changes.
4 years ago
‘Going to be very disturbing’: Fauci warns coronavirus cases could reach 100K a day
Dr. Anthony Fauci voiced his concerns to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, which convened to discuss plans for reopening schools and offices.
4 years ago
WHO chief on COVID-19 pandemic: ‘The worst is yet to come’
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the solution is the same as it has been since the early days of the pandemic: "Test, trace, isolate and quarantine."
4 years ago
COVID-19 can spread without people showing symptoms. How do we prepare for that?
It’s unclear how many people might pass the coronavirus along through asymptomatic spread. WHO estimates range as high as 41%. One study put it at 81%.
4 years ago
Mask vending machines launch in Suburban Station, with more PPE dispensers coming soon
You can get hand sanitizer and wipes too, and all cost $3 apiece.
4 years ago
Tracking coronavirus cases proves difficult amid new surge
Contact tracers say it's exponentially more difficult now that many restaurants, bars and gyms are full, and people are gathering with family and friends.
4 years ago
Backlog of complaints raises questions about N.J.’s ability to inspect long-term care facilities
Even before COVID-19, complaints piled up over challenging conditions, inadequate care and insufficient staff.
4 years ago
After new cluster of COVID-19 cases, Delaware beachgoers urged to get tested
Starting Monday, COVID-19 testing sites will be set up at restaurants in Rehoboth and Dewey Beach following a cluster of new positive cases.
4 years ago