Gathering again? Tips for a safe and healthy Thanksgiving
Here are some tips to keep everyone safe and healthy this Thanksgiving, from cooking the turkey to avoiding the 'triple-demic.'
6 days ago
New Jersey health officials are recruiting children under 5 for COVID bivalent vaccine trials
Children under 5 years old are the last remaining group of people who are not yet eligible for COVID-19 bivalent vaccines.
2 weeks ago
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New omicron subvariants now dominant in the U.S., raising fears of a winter surge
Two new omicron subvariants have become dominant in the United States, raising fears they could fuel yet another surge of COVID-19 infections.
2 weeks ago
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Omicron boosters for kids 5-12 are cleared by the FDA. The CDC’s OK is the last step
The U.S. on Wednesday authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave.
2 months ago
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Early signs a new U.S. COVID surge could be on its way
Here we go again. The virus is starting to surge in many European countries and there are early signs a wave may be starting in the U.S. too.
2 months ago
How Biden’s declaring the pandemic ‘over’ complicates efforts to fight COVID
Biden's comments — made as officials try to convince Americans to get a new booster shot — were "unfortunate," several epidemiologists said.
2 months ago
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Joe Biden says the COVID-19 pandemic is over. This is what the data tells us
While cases have decreased dramatically, there are still thousands of cases being reported across the world.
2 months ago
Slow start to omicron booster rollout could signal new normal in Delaware Valley
Early demand for the new COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccines is off to a slow start. Health providers and residents say It could be the new normal.
2 months ago
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So you haven’t caught COVID yet. Does that mean you’re a superdodger?
Just as with HIV, some people have been exposed multiple times to COVID, but never had symptoms and never tested positive.
3 months ago
Is COVID-19 winding down? Scientists say no
New booster shots have arrived and social distancing guidelines have eased but COVID-19 infections aren't going away anytime soon.
3 months ago
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Nearly 8 million kids lost a parent or primary caregiver to the pandemic
A study finds numbers far higher than previously thought. India has the greatest number of kids affected. The U.S. has 250,000 kids in this category but lags behind in aid.
3 months ago
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Should I get an omicron booster shot? Delaware Valley experts share what you need to know
New COVID-19 booster vaccines are making their debut this fall, and they’ll be available to most adults.
3 months ago
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Post-mortem review of N.J. response to COVID to happen ‘within a matter of weeks’
Gov. Phil Murphy says a review of how New Jersey responded to the COVID pandemic will happen “within a matter of weeks” after being pressed on national television.
3 months ago
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Omicron boosters: Do I need one, and if so, when?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending updated COVID boosters, for people ages 12 and older.
3 months ago
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There’s no bad time to get a new COVID booster if you’re eligible, CDC director says
Americans will now have access to updated COVID booster shots. What should you keep in mind? CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky has answers.
3 months ago