Public Health
Coronavirus update: Archbishop Perez to celebrate first public Mass Sunday
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia says Archbishop Nelson Perez will be principal celebrant at a 9 a.m. Mass in North Philadelphia.
4 years ago
How a Fishtown diner feeds neighbors and bridges divides
“We’re here 24 hours,” Sulimay’s owner Chad Todd said. “I sleep above the restaurant, I come down and I do what I can to help people in need, that’s it.”
4 years ago
Play ball! Delaware offers guidance for return to baseball
As the number of new COVID-19 case numbers continues to decline, Delaware Gov. John Carney said recreational baseball and softball games can resume.
4 years ago
Coronavirus update: SEPTA to require riders wear masks starting June 8
In a release, Chief Press Officer Andrew Busch noted that coverings don’t have to be fancy, they may be as simple as a bandana or repurposed t-shirt.
4 years ago
The universal testing experiment was conducted after the region’s main COVID surge.
4 years ago
Union leaders say they have to fight for everything nursing home staff need to protect themselves from COVID-19, a virus that has been particularly deadly in nursing homes.
4 years ago
Listen 2:12The Impact of Police Violence on Health
Air Date: June 5, 2020
Listen 48:58Philly is ‘yellow’ now. Is it ready?
City Health Commissioner Thomas Farley says the numbers justify reopening as his department watches closely for signs of new outbreaks.
4 years ago
Teens as ‘essential’ workers: How high schoolers stepped up for family during COVID-19
For thousands of Philadelphia-area teenagers, the end of the school year brings extra relief: a break from balancing being both a student and an essential worker.
4 years ago
Listen 4:32Race, ethnicity data to be required with coronavirus tests in U.S.
The federal government says that as of Aug. 1, laboratories must include detailed demographic data when reporting test results in order to help fight the pandemic nationally.
4 years ago
Coronavirus update: N.J. Assembly approves $5 billion borrowing plan
Also, nonessential retail stores must follow new rules when they reopen June 15.
4 years ago
Coronavirus update: Philly to go ‘yellow’ on Friday
While Gov. Tom Wolf has given the green light, outdoor seating at restaurants will not be allowed in Philadelphia for another week, said Managing Director Brian Abernathy.
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‘I won’t be able to do the bride’s makeup’: Delaware delays close-contact personal services
Makeup and tattoo artists, massage therapists, nail techs were considered too risky for clients in Phase 1, but Gov. Carney has decided to relent a little.
4 years ago
Listen 1:52Wayne Craven, 89, ‘Dean of American Sculpture’ and ‘traditional gentleman’
U. of Delaware professor Wayne Craven left behind a long list of former students who are now experts on American art, and a mark on the study of art history.
4 years ago
Listen 2:58Coronavirus update: New COVID-19 testing guidance for Philly protesters
Philadelphia officials recommend anyone who was at a George Floyd protest to get a COVID-19 test after seven days.
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