
Health & Science
CDC posts rationale for shorter isolation, quarantine
U.S. health officials also clarified that the guidance applies to school kids as well as adults.
3 years ago
In just the last seven days, 1 in 50 Delawareans tested positive for COVID-19
Gov. John Carney isn’t putting in any new restrictions, but is urging people to avoid indoor social gatherings during the historic surge.
3 years ago
More than 1 million Americans were diagnosed with COVID over the long holiday weekend
The U.S. hit a new record high for infections in a single day on Monday, with 1,082,549 new cases recorded. Hospitalizations are also on the rise, but not at the same rate.
3 years ago
Philly Health Department warns of possible COVID-19 testing scam
The city is investigating reports of COVID-19 testing sites that claimed to be affiliated with FEMA. The federal agency does not have any Philly testing clinics at this time.
3 years ago
The CDC now recommends Pfizer boosters after 5 months, not 6
In a statement, CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said urged eligible Americans to receive a booster as soon as possible.
3 years ago
Omicron upends return to U.S. schools and workplaces
Across the U.S., new COVID-19 cases have tripled in the past two weeks to over 400,000 a day, the highest level on record, amid a rush by many Americans to get tested.
3 years ago
N.J. hospitals planning for staff shortages as COVID-19 surges
N.J. health officials said they expect hospitals to be down about 30% of their staff because of illness. The state is calling in strike teams to help.
3 years ago
Officials are determined to keep schools open, despite omicron
As the pandemic slides into a fifth school semester, there is less appetite than ever among U.S. leaders for schools to go remote.
3 years ago
Hospitals, prisons, parks restrict visitors as Delaware COVID emergency goes into effect
With coronavirus cases soaring, Gov. John Carney has reissued a state of emergency order as hospitals, prisons, and parks are limiting visitors to stop the spread.
3 years ago
Congress’ doctor wants ‘maximal telework’ amid virus surge
The seven-day average rate of infection at the Capitol's testing center has grown from less than 1% to more than 13%.
3 years ago
Wolf administration opens new drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Delco
The first hour of COVID-19 testing at the site each day will be reserved for first responders, EMS personnel, and health care workers.
3 years ago
Main Line Health pauses elective procedures, surgeries for 2 weeks due to COVID
"Our top priority at all times is the safety and health of our patients and staff," Main Line Health said.
3 years ago
Montgomery County school staff member dies from complications of COVID-19: Officials
District officials said Brittany Lauderback, a Colonial Elementary School staff member, passed away on Sunday.
3 years ago
FDA expands Pfizer boosters for more teens as omicron surges
Boosters already are recommended for everyone 16 and older, and federal regulators decided they’re also warranted for 12- to 15-year-olds once enough time has passed.
3 years ago
The FDA updated abortion pill guidelines. What it means for Philly and Pa.
Planned Parenthood now offers mail-order medication, but state-run health insurance still won’t cover it.
3 years ago
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