Philly lights up blue in honor healthcare workers and first responders for World Health Day
Philadelphia lit up blue for World Health Day to honor healthcare workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ireland’s prime minister re-registers as doctor to help fight COVID-19
Ireland’s Prime Minister and former medical professional Leo Varadkar has reportedly re-registered as a doctor to join the fight against the novel coronavirus, according to Ireland’s national public broadcast service, RTE.
NYC mayor urges national enlistment program for nurses and doctors
The mayor warned that if "we’re going to see hospitals simply unable to handle so many people who could be saved."
White House considering direct payments to hospitals to cover COVID-19 treatment for uninsured
The news came the same day that the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases surpassed 1 million for the first time.
Emergency nurse at Jefferson Hospital gives insight into being on front lines fighting COVID-19
An emergency nurse at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital shares real insight what it is like being on the front lines of COVID-19.
Dolly Parton donates $1 million to Vanderbilt University to aid in coronavirus treatment research
Parton tweeted that the school had been making "exciting advancements" in research for a COVID-19 cure.
Federal judge rules in favor of abortion providers in Texas
The federal lawsuit filed in Austin, Texas, is among the most high-profile challenges to a government response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Hospitals prepare for potential surge of COVID-19 patients
Area hospitals are preparing for a potential surge of COVID-19 patients, while healthcare workers are still in need of masks, ventilators, and more hands on deck.
How would overwhelmed hospitals decide who to treat first?
Health care workers are dreading the prospect of dire scenarios as U.S. hospitals brace for a looming surge in patients who need breathing machines.
Viral photos show health care workers on plane, en route to New York to help in coronavirus fight
It’s a photo worth a thousand words: Southwest Airlines on Sunday posted an image of a group of health care workers ready to go to battle in New York, which has fast become the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S.
Volunteers sought for emergency medical facility at Glen Mills School
Delaware County officials are looking for up to 700 volunteers for the Glen Mills School medical overflow site.
Murphy calls ventilators New Jersey's biggest need to fight COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy said he made a request for more ventilators during a call with federal officials Saturday night.
FDA clears rapid test that can detect coronavirus in 5 minutes
The company said it would launch the test next week to select health care facilities that deliver urgent care.
Customers leave words of encouragement for healthcare workers at West Reading pizza shop
A West Reading pizza shop owner is encouraging people to leave thoughtful messages for healthcare workers.
Crocs donating shoes to healthcare workers during coronavirus outbreak
Workers can go to Crocs.com to order their pair that includes free shipping.
Krispy Kreme will be offering free doughnuts on Mondays to health care workers
The free dozens will be available starting March 30.
South Philadelphia doctor helps out community during coronavirus outbreak
When Dr. Vicky Borgia of the Radiance Medical Group is not caring for patients at a local urgent care, she’s handing out sanitizer to neighbors and strangers in South Philadelphia.
'We are collapsing': Coronavirus pummels medics in Spain and Italy
The coronavirus is waging a war of attrition against health care workers throughout the world.
'Unconscionable greed': City leaders accuse Hahnemann owner of prioritizing profit over coronavirus patients
A Philadelphia councilmember is urging the city to use all available means to secure Hahnemann Hospital to treat coronavirus patients.
Hospital workers in desperate need of masks during COVID-19 pandemic
A Fashion Institute of Philadelphia graduate is busy sewing masks for a healthcare workers to protect them during the COVID-19 pandemic.