Health & Science

The White House task force is expected to give an update on the nation’s current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

"These aren’t abstract numbers,’ Gov. Phil Murphy said. ‘These are our neighbors, our family, our friends."

Mari-Carmen Farmer ends World Doula Week with a message of encouragement to a community of women.

Mayor Jim Kenney confirmed that Temple’s Liacouras Center, its parking garage and a nearby pavilion will be available for patient overflow space.

The Bryce Harper jersey that could have been worn this baseball season by the biggest Phillies fan is now a protective mask in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

The second person in the state to die from coronavirus is an 86-year-old man who lived in a long-term care facility in Newark. Total state cases have hit 165.

As South American countries close their borders, those trying to get back to the U.S. encounter dead ends.

Used to treat conditions such as lupus, hydroxychloroquine is in short supply for those who need it. But they haven’t been proven to work on COVID-19.

We rely on our friends for all kinds of things — companionship, laughter, and right now — support in times of crisis. But it’s ...

It’s normal for friendships to end. How can we approach that in a way that minimizes damage — and leads to healing?

Viruses travel, and sometimes jump from species to species. Which ones are a part of the coronavirus journey?

The corps’ 3,200-plus members are medical and nonmedical volunteers deployed by the city to assist during major emergencies.

Trump has said he would like people in parts of the country that have not experienced massive outbreaks to be able to go back to work

In normal times, these high-touch and often low-paid jobs provide a critical link to the outside world. Now, workers worry about the health implications of the job.

Three SEPTA workers have tested positive for COVID-19. Two of the three work in maintenance while the third works at the agency headquarters.