
Health & Science
COVID-19 data miss a lot of people — raising questions
In lower-income countries and among certain at-risk populations, reliable data aren't always available.
4 years ago
CDC looks at whether 3 feet — instead of 6 — is safe for schools’ social distancing
A new study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases suggests that 3 feet may be as safe as 6 feet, so long as everyone is masked.
4 years ago
Philly began allowing walk-ins this weekend after noticing that some of its appointment slots were going unclaimed, health officials said.
4 years ago
Vaccines at Wawa? Not at this time, officials say, but convenience chain is ‘ready to help’
In a dream world, people would be able to get their shot with a coffee and Krimpet.
4 years ago
I got the COVID-19 vaccine. What’s safe for me to do now, and what isn’t?
What does “fully vaccinated” against COVID-19 mean? WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk looked at the new CDC guidelines, and some specific situations.
4 years ago
Listen 4:49New CHOP study shows how coronavirus-caused MIS-C works in young bodies
The study shows children and adolescents with the disease have a highly activated immune response, similar to that of adults with severe COVID-19.
4 years ago
Listen 1:15Fauci: Trump should urge his followers to get vaccinated
The government’s top infectious disease expert lamented polling showing that Trump supporters are more likely to refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
4 years ago
Meet the volunteers helping Montco seniors register for COVID-19 vaccines
The Office of Senior Services is looking for even more people to staff the phone line helping seniors and those without computers pre-register for shots.
4 years ago
Asian Americans were most likely to be misclassified in coronavirus statistics, despite a disproportionate burden of infection and mortality.
4 years ago
How COVID-19 made stressing over starting college even more intense
For the Classes of 2020 and 2021, anxiety can be high if you took a gap year, or didn’t. If you applied away from home, or didn’t.
4 years ago
Listen 1:08Little difference in vaccine hesitancy among white and Black Americans, poll finds
An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll shows 1 in 4 Black people do not plan to get vaccinated. Despite the attention on concern among Blacks, nearly 30% of whites feel the same way.
4 years ago
A look at how it feels to be a new mother in these pandemic times
A research team from CHOP and Penn is studying survey responses from 913 women about their experiences in pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum.
4 years ago
Hesitancy, fueled by fears of adverse reactions, hinders COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Delaware
Citing polls, Gov. Carney says he fears about 20% of residents won’t get inoculated. Delawareans who are hesitant explained their reasons to WHYY.
4 years ago
Mapping Máaz: NASA uses Navajo language to name features on Mars
NASA got permission from the Navajo Nation to use their language to name some points of interest on Mars.
4 years ago
Vaccine clinic for Philly immigrant communities helps bridge gaps in COVID-19 care
Friday was the first of three scheduled first-dose opportunities to take place in Center City. All vaccinations are by appointment.
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