US health officials hint COVID-19 moving closer to no longer being a 'constant crisis'

The nation’s top federal health official says the U.S. is moving closer to the point that COVID-19 is no longer a “constant crisis” as more cities, businesses and sports venues began lifting pandemic restrictions around the country.

COVID-19 vaccines in pregnant women may protect newborns, study shows

The study showed the completion of vaccination during pregnancy was associated with reduced risk for COVID-19-associated hospitalizations in newborn babies.

Philadelphia mandates: City to announce 'adjustments' to COVID-19 mitigation measures Wednesday

Speaking to reporters Tuesday morning, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said the city would be announcing 'some adjustments' to COVID-19 mitigation measures and rules on Wednesday.

American companies return to 'normal' operations as COVID-19 pandemic wanes

For the first time in two years for many people, the American workplace is transforming into something that resembles pre-pandemic days.

Disney World to make face masks optional for fully vaccinated guests

Walt Disney World will no longer require face coverings for fully vaccinated guests in both outdoor and indoor locations starting Feb. 17.

New Zealand authorities blare Barry Manilow and 'Macarena' in attempt to disperse vaccine protesters

Thousands of protesters are refusing to leave after setting up camp on the grounds of New Zealand's Parliament to rail against the country's COVID-19 vaccine mandate -- a move inspired by the Canadian trucker protests.

COVID-19 cases continue to fall in Philadelphia

COVID-19 cases are down in Philadelphia and people want to know when the city will loosen restrictions like in New Jersey and Delaware.

Philadelphia may rely on new metrics to guide COVID-19 mandates

As COVID-19 numbers continue to trend down in Philadelphia, city officials who have been hesitant to pull back restrictions may be ready to take a small step forward.

Hospitality industry hoping COVID-19 mandates will change with dropping COVID cases
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COVID-19 restrictions are being eased in various cities and states across the country. Many are wondering if dropping COVID-19 cases will prompt a change in Philadelphia. FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce has the details.

Hospitality industry hoping COVID-19 mandates will change with dropping COVID cases
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COVID-19 restrictions are being eased in various cities and states across the country. Many are wondering if dropping COVID-19 cases will prompt a change. FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce has the details.

Ban on school mask mandates passed by Virginia House; Gov. Youngkin plans to sign

The Virginia House of Delegates banned school mask mandates Monday, handing a victory to Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin after his effort to impose the ban by executive order stalled in court.

Bowser lifting DC mask mandate for bars, gyms, concerts, but not schools

Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser said Monday that the city will lift its mask requirements for many public venues, including bars, restaurants and schools – but it will still mandate masks for schoolchildren.

Founder of Philly Fighting COVID agrees to destroy personal health data collected during clinic debacle

Founder of disgraced start-up Philly Fighting COVID, Andrei Doroshin, and his associates are barred from managing charitable assets or soliciting charitable donations in Pennsylvania for 10 years.

Masks help prevent COVID-19, yet another study shows

The study found that consistent use of a face mask or respirator in indoor public settings was associated with lower odds of a positive COVID-19 test.

What is bebtelovimab? US authorizes new antibody drug to fight omicron

U.S. health regulators on Friday authorized bebtelovimab, a new antibody drug that targets the omicron variant, a key step in restocking the nation's arsenal against the latest version of COVID-19.