Public Health
House passes $2.2T rescue package, rushes it to Trump
The House has approved a $2.2 trillion rescue package, rushing it to President Donald Trump for his signature.
6 years ago
Board of Education approves $11 million for Chromebooks, gives Hite emergency powers
Board members read (and sang) all the written testimony submitted and allowed real-time public input.
6 years ago
Mayor Jim Kenney confirmed that Temple’s Liacouras Center, its parking garage and a nearby pavilion will be available for patient overflow space.
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
Second coronavirus death reported in Delaware, cases rise to 165
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.
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Nearly 400 people gathered remotely on a Zoom call with city lawmakers.
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Stranded in South America: ‘Our embassy and state department have failed us’
As South American countries close their borders, those trying to get back to the U.S. encounter dead ends.
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.
6 years ago
Stuck home because of coronavirus? Spread the word about the census, Philly groups urge
The census is now online and being mailed to homes across the region. Philly community groups are still trying to get the word out during the pandemic.
6 years ago
Guide: Delaware museums offering virtual tours to entertain during quarantine
Museums in Delaware may be closed due to COVID-19, but museum lovers can still enjoy virtual tours to keep entertained when they’re stuck at home.
6 years ago
Listen 1:24How bats, mosquitoes, humans and other mammals factor into the coronavirus story
Viruses travel, and sometimes jump from species to species. Which ones are a part of the coronavirus journey?
6 years ago
The corps’ 3,200-plus members are medical and nonmedical volunteers deployed by the city to assist during major emergencies.
6 years ago
Morning Edition host Jennifer Lynn speaks with Chaz Howard about being away from the groups of students with whom he usually engages on campus.
6 years ago
Listen 3:59Philly social justice activist Erika Almirón discusses being tested for coronavirus
Erika Almirón, a social justice advocate in Philadelphia, worries for her family and for those in detention while awaiting her coronavirus test results.
6 years ago
Listen 5:44Philly rushing to add morgue space in advance of COVID-19 death surge
Refrigerated trucks are a potential solution.
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