
Health & Science
Coronavirus update: 8 N.J. prisoners die of COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy had authorized releasing some from prison, but the ACLU says so far none has been released.
5 years ago
Philly warns of odors wafting from shuttered refinery this week
Crews are removing mercaptan from the site, the odor used to make natural gas leaks smelly.
5 years ago
Health care workers show up at ‘Reopen PA’ protest to urge people to stay home
Main rally marked by Trump flags, open-carry firearms, anti-vaxxers and plenty of anger at Gov. Tom Wolf
5 years ago
Coronavirus update: Delaware revenue forecast drops nearly $700 million
Delaware’s revenue estimate for the current fiscal year dropped by $416 million on Monday. That’s roughly 10% of the budget Carney introduced in January.
5 years ago
CHOP seeing fewer kids with asthma during lockdown, doctor says
Philly is one of the worst cities for asthma suffers, but studies are showing it’s not a big COVID-19 risk factor.
5 years ago
Coronavirus update: Pa. unemployment portal opens for self-employed workers
Pennsylvania’s new application for self-employed and gig workers saw 50,000 applications over the weekend.
5 years ago
Who’s hit hardest by COVID-19? Why obesity, stress and race all matter
As data emerges on the spectrum of symptoms caused by COVID-19, it's clear that people with chronic health conditions are being hit harder.
5 years ago
It’s how you know the water is safe: the Schuylkill Rivercast turns 15
Pa. officials encourage fishing and boating close to home, with social distancing and no equipment sharing. The Rivercast predicts the water’s quality.
5 years ago
Listen 1:27‘Flow to the work’: Toilet paper manufacturers in Pa. flush with demand
Toilet paper manufacturers in Pa. say they’re rushing to keep supply from wiping out — and are still surprised by their turn in the spotlight.
5 years ago
A website about the U.S. electricity grid offers a mesmerizing way to pass the time productively
While millions of Americans hunker down, work from home, and try to stay busy and entertained amid a pandemic, much of our infrastructure hums along as normal, unseen and unap
5 years ago
Coronavirus update: Pa. sees highest daily increase in deaths as state investigates older cases
Officials said the majority of these deaths did not occur within the past 24 hours, and that the increase is due to the state reconciling data from several sources.
5 years ago
‘Scared for their lives’: Inside the coronavirus outbreak in Philadelphia’s jails
People inside tell of dangerously cramped conditions, lack of cleaning supplies and lots of infighting.
5 years ago
Pennsylvanians who meet the requirements — anyone not eligible for regular unemployment compensation — can now apply online.
5 years ago
In fine print, HHS seems to have banned surprise medical bills during the pandemic
U.S. officials have included this stipulation to hospitals and clinics: They are not permitted to foist surprise medical bills on COVID-19 patients.
5 years ago
Health care during COVID: Canceled screenings, postponed dental cleanings
In an attempt to maximize resources and keep patients safe, many elective procedures have been rescheduled or canceled. What does that mean for patients?
5 years ago
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