Coronavirus Pandemic

Individuals recovering from substance use disorder can be at higher risk for COVID-19. A residential program in Kensington brought vaccines to them.

Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley says COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising significantly.

Carney is opening up registration well ahead of President Joe Biden’s deadline. He’s also easing outdoor restrictions as cases and hospitalizations rise.

COVID-19 most likely did not originate at Wuham's Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, says a WHO report due Tuesday. But critics are questioning the investigators' independence.

Losing these families could set Philly schools back in cash and political support as it faces the unprecedented challenge of recovering from a year of virtual classes.

A new, federally-backed vaccination site will open in North Philadelphia next week as scientists sound the alarm about the spread of new variants.

While tenants and advocates for vulnerable populations applaud the move, some local landlords and their representatives are challenging it.

The limit on outdoor gatherings in New Jersey will increase to 200 people starting Friday, but the state’s cap on indoor events will remain at 25.

The cause of her concern? A rising number of coronavirus cases in the United States. The most recent seven-day average is just below 60,000 cases per day.

The state has made significant progress in its vaccination effort after Gov. Tom Wolf came under intense scrutiny, but that progress still depends, in part, on where you live.

Despite the progress in vaccinating Americans, there's concern about the threat posed by COVID-19 variants. The White House is urging not to "let down our guard."

Why aren’t the vaccines approved for children? When will vaccine trials in kids have results? WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk did the homework.

As schools reopen — either fully or for hybrid learning — teachers are getting the chance to meet their students face-to-face.

Health researchers wonder why the United States tried to reinvent the wheel when it came to setting up COVID-19 vaccinations on a large scale.

A new study shows levels above those traditionally considered sufficient — 30 ng/ml (nanograms per milliliter) — may lower the risk of coronavirus infection.