
Health & Science
Camden County ramps up COVID-19 testing to help meet demand
Camden County has teamed up with Vault Medical Services to provide free COVID-19 saliva tests at three sites.
4 years ago
Food recalls have dropped off during the pandemic, but no one is entirely sure why
When the pandemic hit last year, restaurants closed and grocery stores struggled to keep their shelves stocked. A shift also occurred in the national food safety system.
4 years ago
The numbers behind Philly’s omicron surge
Positivity and case counts are spiking. Hospitalizations are also rising, but not nearly as fast.
4 years ago
Additional mobile testing sites opening in Philadelphia as COVID-19 cases surge
The demand for testing continues to rise as cases surge across the country and tri-state area.
4 years ago
Flu is making a comeback in U.S. after an unusual year off
The U.S. flu season has arrived on schedule after taking a year off, with flu hospitalizations rising and two child deaths reported.
4 years ago
Can’t find a COVID test in Philly? City advises people with symptoms to ‘act like you are positive’
The Philadelphia Health Department has ordered tens of thousands of rapid, at-home testing kits, but a spokesperson says those orders are delayed.
4 years ago
CDC recommends shorter COVID isolation, quarantine for all
The CDC says there is growing evidence that people with the coronavirus are most infectious in the two days before and three days after symptoms develop.
4 years ago
Fauci: U.S. should consider vaccine mandate for domestic air travel
The top U.S. infectious disease expert says the U.S. should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel.
4 years ago
Omicron surge sets records as flight disruptions continue
More than 1,400 flights canceled worldwide Monday, adding to thousands canceled over the Christmas weekend. And across the U.S., long lines continued at COVID testing sites.
4 years ago
Amid omicron ‘deluge’, Philly area schools weigh how to move forward
School districts across the region are trying to navigate the current COVID-19 wave, sometimes drawing different conclusions about what's best for students and staff.
4 years ago
What did 2021 teach us about COVID-19?
The virus, vaccines, and variants had our attention all year long, from tweaking precautions and treating cases to boosters. There’s much more to know.
4 years ago
Federal program offers cash to cover COVID-19 funeral costs, but many don’t apply
Families who have lost loved ones to COVID-19 can apply for reimbursement from the federal government for up to $9,000 to cover the cost of funeral expenses.
4 years ago
New easy-to-use COVID-19 pills come with a catch
Newly infected COVID-19 patients have two new treatment options that can be taken at home. But that convenience comes with a catch.
4 years ago
Philadelphia Eagles’ Nick Sirianni clears NFL’s COVID protocols; will coach Sunday
The Eagles are hoping to secure a playoff spot with a strong finish to the season.
4 years ago
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