Wolf stumps for school mask mandate in Norristown visit, downplays critics
Wolf says he’s seen mostly compliance with the mask mandate from districts and parents across the state. Some GOP lawmakers are suing.
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WHO chief urges halt to COVID vaccine booster shots for rest of the year
Wealthy nations — including the U.S. — have begun or are considering plans to offer third shots of two-dose vaccines to their vulnerable people.
3 years ago
Delta pushed most Philly-area school districts to keep virtual option; a few fear slippery slope
New Jersey forbade districts from offering virtual learning. But in Pennsylvania, it’s allowed — and many districts are taking advantage.
3 years ago
Listen 1:26Fauci says DeSantis is ‘completely incorrect’ to call vaccine a mere personal choice
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is "completely incorrect" to suggest vaccines are a personal choice with no broad implications, says Dr. Anthony Fauci.
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Lost vax card? Online portal designed to help Delawareans access vaccine records
Lost your COVID-19 vaccine card? Delaware residents can now access their vaccine history through a new online portal.
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Philadelphia City Council says no to live meetings, will return virtually next week
To guard against the coronavirus’ delta variant force, the council will resume virtual hearings starting Sept. 17.
3 years ago
Jobless Americans have few options as benefits expire
It's estimated that roughly 8.9 million Americans will lose all or some of these benefits.
3 years ago
Could a vaccine mandate lead to a ‘mass exodus’ of nursing home staff?
The Biden administration proposed rules requiring nursing homes taking Medicare and Medicaid to vaccinate workers. Medicaid is the primary payer for care.
3 years ago
Listen 1:26Debilitating long COVID symptoms may qualify workers for ADA job accommodations
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, some employees experiencing long COVID conditions might qualify for government resources and protection.
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Listen 1:14First responders resist COVID vaccine mandates in Philly, nationwide
A COVID resurgence and the debate over vaccine requirements have created a fraught situation for the nation’s first responders, who are dying in larger numbers.
3 years ago
Mutual aid: Philly’s 30 community fridges still need your donations
“In the beginning of the pandemic, it was a lot of people coming together,” said one organizer. “Now I feel like we’re back to pre-pandemic days.”
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Pediatricians offer advice on keeping kids healthy as COVID cases rise in Delaware
Physicians answered questions in an online forum for parents concerned about sending kids back to school as cases rise in younger age groups.
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Why does information about vaccines and COVID keep changing?
The messages shift and can be confusing. WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk talked to public health communicators about, well, communication.
3 years ago
A COVID surge is overwhelming U.S. hospitals, raising fears of rationed care
The delta variant is pummeling America's hospitals, taxing an already-depleted health care workforce. Some states are facing the prospect of rationing medical care.
3 years ago
Montco recommends masking outdoors in certain settings, regardless of vaccination status
The new guidance, officially in effect beginning Monday, Sept. 6, aims to “maximize protection from the delta variant,” per the county.
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