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Air Date: June 19, 2020
Listen 48:53Should cities pay influencers to help stop the spread of COVID-19?
The question is not just about money. It’s also about getting the word out to people who need to hear it and might not get it elsewhere.
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Listen 7:50Pa. coronavirus recovery: Philly announces programs to help businesses affected by COVID-19
The City of Philadelphia announced Wednesday a plan to recover its economy post-coronavirus, including an initiative to invest in businesses owned by people of color.
6 years ago
Health officials failed to safeguard trust in Pa.’s coronavirus data, sowing confusion
The pandemic posed a massive challenge for an underfunded public health system, but experts say officials failed to heed best practices when presenting the numbers.
6 years ago
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Undocumented workers ask for relief funds; new signature rule for primary
After 100 days of unemployment for undocumented immigrants and their children who are ineligible for government aid, #100DaysWithNoRelief takes action for relief funds.
6 years ago
Del. coronavirus recovery: Virus pushes hunger needs higher, report says
A new study by Feeding America shows the pandemic and subsequent economic shutdown is causing that number to increase significantly.
6 years ago
A drug offers hope amid spikes in coronavirus infections
It's a welcome bit of hope as countries grapple with spikes in contagion as they loosen restrictions and reopen their economies.
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Del. coronavirus recovery: Despite improvements, Gov. Carney continues warnings
Despite improving numbers, Gov. Carney urged Delawareans not to get complacent with basic coronavirus protection measures.
6 years ago
Despite encouraging numbers, the city is warning restaurants that if they fail to follow rules for outdoor dining, they could face shutdowns.
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N.J. coronavirus recovery: Fired health commissioner files whistleblower suit
Christopher Neuwirth alleges he was canned for complaining about “a favor” from the state police superintendent on behalf of Gov. Phil Murphy’s chief of staff.
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Philly officials want you to get tested for COVID. Those who have tried say it’s not that easy
Coronavirus testing capacity has increased, and eligibility has expanded. But getting tested through the city can still be confusing and time-consuming.
6 years ago
Once sick, people with autism or intellectual disabilities are dying of the coronavirus at nearly twice the rate as other Pennsylvanians.
6 years ago
Del. coronavirus recovery: Prisons to reopen for visitors
In-person prison visits have been banned since March 11 to keep the coronavirus from being spread behind bars. Delaware's DOC will lift that restriction on June 29.
6 years ago
U.S. revokes emergency use of malaria drugs vs. coronavirus
U.S. regulators revoked emergency authorization for malaria drugs promoted by Trump for treating COVID-19 amid growing evidence they don’t work
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Accuracy still unknown for many coronavirus tests rushed out
Months into the coronavirus pandemic there are still unanswered questions about the accuracy of tests used to screen Americans.
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