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Researchers are looking for answers amid spike in beached whales at the Jersey Shore
Several whales have been found washed ashore on the East Coast. Researchers think vessels are to blame. → Read More
CHOP, Habitat for Humanity to repair West Philly homes to improve health outcomes
Bank of America has invested $1 million in a CHOP program that offers exterior repairs to homes in West Philadelphia. → Read More
Two Philadelphia summer events canceled as gun violence escalates
The city’s Summer Event Series and the West Fest Block Party have been canceled because of rising incidents of gun violence. → Read More
Philadelphia resident identified as first probable monkeypox case in Pa.
Pennsylvania’s first case of the monkeypox virus has been reported in Philadelphia based on preliminary testing. → Read More
Want to know which COVID variant you have? Rutgers scientists have a test for that
A new PCR test could more quickly and easily identify COVID variants. → Read More
Philly drops COVID vaccine mandate for indoor dining
City officials unveiled a four-level tier system to help them determine when certain COVID-19 mitigation efforts may be lifted. → Read More
Philadelphia underperforms national economy, according to Pew report
Philadelphia’s economy has been hit hard by the pandemic, a new Pew Charitable Trusts study finds. → Read More
Philadelphia extends vaccine mandate deadline for city workers
Friday had been the deadline. The city cited ongoing negotiations with employee unions for the extension to Jan. 24. → Read More
What do we know about omicron today?
Scientists are learning more about this coronavirus variant. It’s not detected at great rates in the U.S. yet, but experts expect that to change. → Read More
First case of COVID-19’s omicron variant is reported in Philadelphia
A 30-year-old man has tested positive for the new variant, the city Health Department announced Friday. → Read More
Demand is strong for kids’ COVID-19 vaccines, pediatricians say
Doctors in the Delaware Valley are pleasantly surprised. An October survey had shown many parents against or hesitant about vaccination. → Read More
Nests, fledgling numbers for endangered piping plover suffer this year in Delaware and N.J.
Efforts to preserve the shorebird faced setbacks from storms, increased beach use, and predators. → Read More
What do we know about COVID-19 in kids now?
WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk looked at the numbers, treatment trends, and patient outcomes. → Read More
Debilitating 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. → Read More
Now, kids under 12 are getting their shot at COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials
A Pfizer clinical trial in younger kids is underway at Rutgers. WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk talked to two families who signed up. → Read More
Does the coronavirus delta variant mean I’ll need a vaccine booster?
Is one J&J COVID-19 vaccine shot enough? Is a mixed vaccine regimen better? Here’s what WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk found out. → Read More
Will I need to get a COVID-19 booster shot?
While pharmaceutical companies making COVID-19 vaccines say it’s likely you’ll need a booster, scientists say it’s too soon to tell. Here’s what we do know so far. → Read More
Philadelphia Marathon plans November race at reduced capacity
Details are subject to change, depending on whether coronavirus cases continue to decline throughout the year. Officials hope limits will be further lifted. → Read More
Mask-wearing chefs learn new tricks to cook with limited sense of smell and taste
Tasting and smelling food have been a challenge for chefs working with masks during the pandemic. Here’s how they’re finding workarounds to make delicious meals. → Read More
What’s it like to get the second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? We asked health workers
How did they feel? Did they have side effects? WHYY’s Health Desk Help Desk asked health workers who recently got the last of two shots. → Read More