Health & Science
Moderna says its COVID booster increases protection against omicron
Moderna said its current FDA-approved 50-microgram booster shot increased antibody levels against omicron 37-fold compared to pre-booster levels.
2 years ago
Sens. Booker and Warren test positive for breakthrough COVID
Their announcements on Sunday of breakthrough infections come as the country deals with another surge in cases and the emergence of the omicron variant.
2 years ago
What do I need to know about the omicron variant?
Is omicron more contagious? Does omicron cause more severe illness than delta? WHYY's Health Desk Help Desk shares what you need to know about the fast-spreading variant.
2 years ago
Listen 5:21COVID cases are up on Philly’s college campuses, and universities are starting to react
Many schools force you to toggle between several pages to get an accurate picture of the situation.
2 years ago
Ready to get the COVID vaccine? Here’s how to book it in your state
Eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine has rapidly expanded in recent weeks. As of April 19, everyone over age 16 is eligible to get vaccinated in every state.
2 years ago
Restaurants anxious as omicron, high food costs take toll
They’re squeezed by labor shortages and skyrocketing food costs and the omicron variant is looming.
2 years ago
He has cerebral palsy, and lauds state program to vaccinate him against COVID-19 at home
The state has partnered with independent pharmacies to put shots in the arms of vulnerable people at their homes.
2 years ago
Philly launches COVID test giveaways at Saturday vaccine clinic. 9 more are scheduled next week
Participants were limited to two free kits, each of which contains two tests. The goal is to increase testing amid the current COVID surge.
2 years ago
Philly company Spark Therapeutics investing $575M toward gene therapy center on Drexel’s campus
Construction is set for late 2022. The center aims to bring gene therapy experts together to treat conditions like blindness, neurodegenerative disease.
2 years ago
The COVID-19 variant omicron now reported in New Castle and Montgomery Counties
The variant has infected four people in New Castle County, Delaware and one person in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
2 years ago
Free at-home COVID tests kits available in New Jersey
You do not need an email address and no credit card is required. Officials say the new program is to increase access and availability of tests.
2 years ago
New Pennsylvania funding will connect more homes with PFAS-tainted wells to public water
More than $15.8 million in PFAS remediation grants were awarded to local municipalities and water authorities in Bucks and Montgomery counties.
2 years ago
Philly Health Department offering free at-home COVID tests at vaccine clinic Saturday
Residents can collect two free rapid COVID-19 test kits per person at Saturday morning’s vaccine clinic at Community Academy of Philadelphia.
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