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Coronavirus test site for Philly’s addicted and homeless populations opens in Kensington
Located next to Rock Ministries, it’s available every weekday afternoon — and interested people can just show up.
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6 solutions to beat COVID-19 in countries where the usual advice just won’t work
The COVID-19 playbook that wealthy nations in Europe, Asia and North America have come to know will be nearly impossible to follow in much of the developing world.
4 years ago
What it’s like to be disabled now, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic
People who are disabled or have chronic illnesses have a different perspective on the limits we’re all living with today.
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COVID-19’s economic blow to rural Pa. far outstrips the pandemic. But reopening won’t be easy
Dependence on one industry, powdered metal, is part of the reason why this part of Pennsylvania has seen such a large drop in employment.
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Listen 4:51Speaker Pelosi: President Trump’s effort to sideline the WHO is ‘dangerous’
"It's stupid — it's more than stupid; it's dangerous," Pelosi told NPR.
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Coronavirus update: Murphy says N.J. may lift stay-at-home orders ‘as one state’
Gov. Phil Murphy is expected to outline the broad strokes of the state’s plan to ease social distancing measures on Monday.
4 years ago
In Trump’s shadow, Congress-at-home eyes reboot during virus
Congress wants its voice back. Lawmakers long for what’s being lost. They want the ability to publicly question officials at committee hearings and to chat across the aisle.
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‘No evidence’ that recovered COVID-19 patients are immune, WHO says
The World Health Organization warned against "immunity passports," which allow travel only to recovered patients, saying studies must confirm whether people are indeed safe.
4 years ago
Out of pandemic crisis, what could a new New Deal look like?
As the U.S. confronts its most profound financial crisis since the Depression, there are early soundings of a larger question: What would a “new” New Deal look like?
4 years ago
N.J. State Police offer social distancing tips for safe boating
With New Jersey allowing marinas to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic, New Jersey State Police have issued tips on how boaters can properly socially distance.
4 years ago
Love wins: Philly health care worker gets married at socially distant wedding
Deployed in a COVID wing, Jessica Heaven didn’t want to wait.
4 years ago
How COVID-19 payment accommodations may affect your credit
Many businesses are offering relief on bills to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic fallout.
4 years ago
Wildwood country music beach concert postponed until 2021
A beach concert festival featuring major country music performers in Wildwood has been postponed until next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Delaware County hospital cited a drop in patients and said the decision was temporary, according to a published report.
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What would it take to bring more pharmaceutical manufacturing back to the U.S.?
The coronavirus pandemic has renewed concerns about the dependence of the United States on other countries for supplies of prescription drugs and ingredients.
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