Health Care
University of Pennsylvania researchers help develop rapid at-home COVID-19 test
The test’s creators at Connecticut-based medical technology incubator 4Catalyzer hope to start producing the kits within weeks, pending FDA approval.
6 years ago
Food donations flood hospitals as pandemic surge begins
As the COVID-19 pandemic ramps up, Philly area hospitals begin accepting daily donations of food for staff.
6 years ago
Listen 3:45N.J. death toll tops 100 as coronavirus stretches hospitals increasingly thin
"These aren’t abstract numbers,’ Gov. Phil Murphy said. ‘These are our neighbors, our family, our friends."
6 years ago
A message of encouragement to the doulas of the world
Mari-Carmen Farmer ends World Doula Week with a message of encouragement to a community of women.
6 years ago
MLB uniform maker switches to producing medical masks, gowns
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.
6 years ago
People with autoimmune issues find critical drug scarce after Trump touts it for COVID-19
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.
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The corps’ 3,200-plus members are medical and nonmedical volunteers deployed by the city to assist during major emergencies.
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‘In harm’s way’: Home care workers on the frontline against COVID-19
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.
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Listen 4:10If the person you live with has COVID-19, here’s what to do
For many people, COVID-19 has only mild symptoms. In these cases, there’s a good chance the sick person might be able to convalesce at home.
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Hahnemann building’s owner stymies city’s bid to lease it for COVID-19 cases
Mayor Jim Kenney accuses owner Joel Freedman of “jacking up monthly prices.” Councilmember Helen Gym calls for seizing it via eminent domain.
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DIYers and fashion designers in Philly region sew face masks for health care workers
Facing a shortage of face masks, health care workers go to DIYers and designers for help. Philadelphia launches task force to set mask-making standards.
6 years ago
There’s a federal system for signing up medical volunteers — but it’s neglected
The Trump administration has done little to take advantage of an emergency system built after 9/11 to recruit volunteer doctors, nurses and other health-care workers.
6 years ago
City’s drive-thru coronavirus testing site opens in South Philly
The site will test those with the most common symptoms of COVID-19 — a cough and fever — and prioritize health care workers and those over 50.
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Haunted by Italy scenario, N.J. rushes to add hospital beds
Will it be enough? That’s the question on everyone’s mind, and it’s a difficult one to answer.
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Right wing media’s coronavirus coverage
We talk about how different right-wing media outlets have been covering the pandemic, the effect it’s having on their viewers, and ...
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