Coronavirus Pandemic

Officials in Philly’s suburban collar counties say they are being “short-changed” when it comes to vaccine doses, encouraging residents to “shop around.”

The water will stay on for those unable to pay their utility bills through April 2022, officials announced Monday.

Philadelphia’s inspector general said the Health Department ignored numerous red flags that could have avoided the scandal, yet stopped short of recommending sanctions.

Some residents are cancelling their appointments to receive the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine in the hope of holding out for the Johnson & Johnson shot, officials said.

The LGBTQ health clinic says it doesn't have staffing or space to ramp up doses.

The CDC guidance is designed to address a growing demand, as more adults have been getting vaccinated and wondering if it gives them greater freedom.

“Although the pandemic is far from over, beginning to welcome our students back … is a little bit of a light at the end of the tunnel,” said Superintendent William Hite.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling for bipartisan support for the upcoming House vote on the Senate-amended legislation. Such support is unlikely, as Republicans are opposed.

The School District of Philadelphia is reopening for about 2,600 pre-K through second graders — the first time students are back in classrooms since last March.

This vaccine requires only one dose and uses slightly different technology to fight the virus. Like you, WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk wanted to know more.

Getting to watch Sunday night’s Flyers game in person offered some fans a welcome distraction from the woes of one year of pandemic life.

Approximately 80% of the domestic market is currently allowed to operate with limited capacity. Many areas in North America are not yet fully open.

The $1.9 trillion bill approved Saturday carries direct payments of up to $1,400 for most Americans, extended emergency unemployment benefits and spending for vaccines.

Millions who lost jobs at the beginning of the pandemic are still out of the labor force, making up levels not seen since the Great Recession.

The Philadelphia Flyers will be the first to play in person for fans in a year. The 76ers will follow next weekend.