Public Health

Experts say the flood of bad information is dangerously undermining efforts to slow the virus, which has been blamed for about 150,000 deaths in the U.S.

A WHYY analysis found that fewer than 0.7% of Delawareans live in long-term care facilities, but those residents account for 8.2% of COVID cases and 62.3% of related deaths.

The MLB’s latest COVID quandary has become a local issue.

Three Democrats from the Assembly want all classes in New Jersey to start online this fall.

These studies are among a growing number of experiments involving convalescent plasma, both as preventive measures and as treatments for COVID-19.

COVID-19 has hurt SEPTA immensely. Now is the time to make changes to protect riders and employees while strengthening the system for the future.

Under Camden’s reopening plan, two distinct student groups will be formed. While one group is learning remotely, the other group receives in-person instruction.

While Philadelphia School District students won't return to classrooms until at least November, some principals are already thinking about how to use outdoor learning spaces.

Some business owners are calling on state officials to step in and enforce their own rules.

Delaware Gov. John Carney predicts students would return to school with a mix of in-person education and online learning.

Pennsylvania’s top health official on Tuesday denounced a recent series of transphobic attacks against her, saying she felt compelled to personally address the discrimination.

After a flood of parent and staff outrage, Philadelphia public schools now plan to open the year 100% online. The plan is still subject to board approval.

The report predicts 300,000 New Jersey renters could be evicted for nonpayment in next four months.

The Phillies' last opponent, the Miami Marlins, has had an outbreak of coronavirus; as many as 15 players and staff have tested positive, reports say.

Poor ventilation elevates risk of spreading COVID-19. District officials say they are working hard on the problem.