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A sign requiring face masks and COVID-19 protocols is displayed at a restaurant in Plymouth, Mich., on March 21. Coronavirus cases in Michigan are skyrocketing after months of steep declines, one sign that a new surge may be starting. (Emily Elconin/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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A 4th COVID-19 surge may be starting. How bad could it get?

In the past seven days, the U.S. reported slightly more than 65,000 new cases per day on average, a jump of 20% from two weeks earlier.

2 weeks ago

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‘They were dying after they went home’: Black women in Philly represent 73% of pregnancy-related deaths

Chronic diseases, mental health issues, and health insurance were factors, a review of pregnancy-associated deaths from 2013 to 2018 shows.

2 weeks ago

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)
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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.

2 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
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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.

2 weeks ago

A passenger wears a face mask during an airline flight
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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.

2 weeks ago

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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
William Way is hosting a vaccination clinic in the Gayborhood. (Facebook/William Way LGBT Community Center)
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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.

2 weeks ago

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

2 weeks ago

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Registered Nurse Rita Alba points out to Beltran Orlando the return date on his vaccination card
Health Care
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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.

2 weeks ago

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Dr. Ala Stanford speaks with reporters at Temple University's Liacouras Center during a 24-hour COVID-19 vaccine clinic organized by the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Real Black History: Honoring The Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium

In this episode, we honor the BDCC and other Black women who have been out in front in caring for their communities since the start of pandemic, and throughout history.

2 weeks ago

Listen 24:37
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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks ago

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Registered nurse Pat DeHorsey draws a dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Pennsylvania
Politics
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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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks ago

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