
Health & Science
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
Philly’s indoor dining vaccine mandate is officially in effect
For the next two weeks, restaurants may accept a negative COVID-19 test from the past 24 hours in lieu of proof of full vaccination.
3 years ago
Is a second vaccine booster in our future?
Get your first booster if you haven’t already, the experts say. WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk asked some of them what we know about additional shots.
3 years ago
Listen 4:27Schools adapt for return from break as COVID-19 cases surge
Mask requirements are returning in some school districts that had dropped them. Some are planning to vastly ramp up virus testing among students and staff.
3 years ago
N.J. first lady tests positive for COVID-19, is asymptomatic
The Governor and First Lady tested themselves after a recent known non-family contact in their home.
3 years ago
Fauci: CDC mulling COVID test requirement for asymptomatic
Health officials are looking to add a negative test along with its five-day isolation restrictions for asymptomatic Americans who catch the coronavirus.
3 years ago
Central Bucks, Lower Merion, Pennsauken among school districts making changes due to COVID cases
Some schools are extending their winter break, while others are opting to go virtual.
3 years ago
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