Nina Feldman
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Why a suburban teen went to Philly to get his COVID-19 vaccine
Now, he’s on a mission to help young people like him get access to the shot.
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Listen 5:49How should we be using at-home rapid tests for omicron?
Recent research indicates these nasal swab tests may be less sensitive to the coronavirus’ omicron variant in the earliest days of infection.
1 year ago
Stimulant use on the rise in Pennsylvania, new report finds
The data from Gaudenzia represents over 14,000 people treated at its facilities in 16 Pa. counties, Delaware and Maryland in FY2021.
1 year ago
Pennsylvania could become destination for abortions if Roe is overturned
At least 23 states have laws on the books that would likely ban abortions if the Supreme Court reverses Roe v. Wade, including Ohio and West Virginia.
1 year ago
Once the national leader in the charge to open a supervised injection site, the nonprofit group is mired in legal battles, with no clear path out.
1 year ago
Philly health officials urge residents to take precautions against new omicron variant
There have been no reports of the omicron variant in Philadelphia. But health officials warn city residents to take caution, as the variant will likely find its way here.
1 year ago
How Philly area scientists are looking out for the omicron variant
A leading scientist at the Penn lab that detected the first cases of delta says omicron will inevitably arrive here. He says the question is, “how much does it matter?"
1 year ago
’People are going to die’: Doctors sound alarm on Temple’s plan to relocate labor and delivery unit
The health system plans to open a state-of-the-art women’s center in Juniata Park. OB-GYNs say the move jeopardizes patient safety.
1 year ago
Local health experts fear the rush to authorize boosters for all adults failed to consider risk
Though the benefits of a third shot are clear, health experts warn the risks for young healthy adults — especially men — should be considered.
1 year ago
Why COVID-19 hot spots are still happening — and how to prevent them
Seemingly anomalous COVID hot spots crop up, often where vaccination rates are high overall. Is there something localities can do to avoid it?
1 year ago
Listen 3:29Philly rolls back smoking ban at inpatient drug treatment centers
Harm reduction advocates criticized the policy, arguing that banning smoking in treatment would act as yet another obstacle to recovery.
1 year ago
Disgraced former Philly Health Commissioner Dr. Tom Farley hired by D.C. Health Dept.
Dr. Thomas Farley was asked to resign for ordering remains of MOVE bombing victims to be destroyed. He's now been hired by D.C.'s Health Department.
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