
Immune response in animals good news for COVID-19 vaccine development
Writing in the journal Nature, the researchers show that a certain class of antibodies in a monkey's blood predicted protection from COVID-19.
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N.J. governor: First shipments of COVID vaccine could arrive in hospitals next week
Several New Jersey hospitals are preparing to receive the first shipments of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced Friday.
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Christmas assault? Maybe next year. Taller Puertorriqueño to host pandemic parranda online
Taller Puertorriqueño in North Philadelphia wraps holiday party/birthday celebration/fundraiser into one Zoom bash.
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As hospitals cope with a COVID-19 surge, cyber threats loom
By targeting providers with attacks that scramble and lock up data until victims pay a ransom, hackers can demand lots of money and wreak havoc until they’re paid.
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Momentum for coronavirus relief bill builds, but time short as parties work on deal
With days left before Congress aims to wrap for the year, Republicans and Democrats appear more willing to negotiate on a COVID-19 relief bill. But key sticking points remain.
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Philly passes 180-day ban on restaurant evictions, throwing struggling industry a lifeline
Other retail businesses are still looking for relief, as landlords demand rent payments.
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Gripped by surging pandemic, US employers cut back on hiring
The report of another hiring slowdown provided the latest evidence that the job market and the economy are faltering in the face of a virus that's shattering daily records.
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Pa. hospitals on the brink of a staffing crisis as COVID-19 surges
At least a third of the hospitals in the southwest and south-central part of the state expect shortages in the next week. Some rural facilities are already in crisis.
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Philadelphia Zoo lights up blue to thank health care workers, first responders
Although LumiNature is a no-go this year because of the pandemic, the country’s oldest zoo is still finding ways to make things shine.
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When will we know if Thanksgiving brought a COVID-19 spike?
Officials in the region tightened restrictions and warned against holiday gatherings and travel. Did it make a difference?
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Philabundance donations earn you free admission to ‘Polar Express’ screening at drive-in
Philadelphia Film Society is sponsoring a food drive benefiting Philabundance, along with a free screening of the 2004 animated film “Polar Express.”
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Building trust in COVID-19 vaccine marred by misinformation and America’s racist medical past
Community health care providers and community leaders work together to protect vulnerable populations.
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Biden asks Dr. Fauci to join his team; will urge 100 days of mask wearing
The Democratic president elect also told CNN on Thursday he would ask Americans to wear masks for the first 100 days of his administration.
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Vaccine cards and second-dose reminders are part of Warp Speed’s immunization plan
The U.S. government says it will issue a vaccine card and use other tools to help millions of Americans follow through with their immunizations against COVID-19.
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Delaware issues stay-at-home advisory, mask mandate
Gov. John Carney issues stay-at-home advisory to protect residents from the skyrocketing number of coronavirus cases.
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