Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients

Pinellas County officials say some hospitals have so many COVID-19 cases that patients in ambulances may have to wait for up to an hour before the hospital can admit them. Although the most serious cases, like heart attacks and strokes, still take priority, the situation is putting a strain on fire departments and hospitals alike.

Gov. Wolf announces 'vaccine or test' requirement for some commonwealth employees

Some commonwealth employees in state health care facilities and high-risk congregate care facilities will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly COVID-19 testing, Gov. Wolf announced Tuesday.

Delaware to mandate masks in all public, private schools

On Tuesday, Delaware's Governor Carney announced that everyone kindergarten-age and older in K-12 schools, child care homes, and child care centers must wear face coverings indoors effective August 16.

How often should you shower?
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Dermatologist Dr. Naz Saedi joins FOX 29's Alex Holley, Mike Jerrick and Karen Hepp to discuss how often you should shower after stars speak out about their showering habits.

Fake vaccination card concerns grow as more local colleges require shots

A number of colleges across the country, and locally, are requiring students be vaccinated. But, there are concerns about a new kind of cheating on campus.

HIPAA vs Right to Privacy: Can you ask if someone is vaccinated?
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Attorney Heather Hansen joined FOX 29's Alex Holley to discuss the difference between HIPAA laws and the right to privacy and whether or not you can ask people like teachers, dentists and doctors if they are vaccinated.

Rise of hospitalizations among children
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Dr. Mike joined FOX 29's Alex Holley and Mike Jerrick to talk about the rise of hospitalizations among children that are contracting COVID-19 and many other topics.

CDC: Masks recommended indoors in all NJ counties

As the Delta variant continues to surge, the CDC is recommending that all New Jersey counties wear masks indoors.

School District of Philadelphia mulls over vaccine mandate for teachers

The COVID vaccines work and trust the science are the messages doctors continue to stress. Now, Philadelphia schools are weighing a vaccine mandate for teachers and staff.

France mandates COVID-19 pass to enter restaurants, trains

The measure is part of a government plan to encourage more people to get a COVID-19 vaccine shot and slow down a surge in infections.

Chances of heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccine are slim, study finds

A recent study found that the chances of developing heart inflammation complications after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine are slimmer than a person’s chances of getting struck by lightning.

Dr. Mike talks of a cholesterol drug and hand shaking
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Dr. Mike talks about a cholesterol drug which might help reduce coronavirus infection and when can people shake hands again

Washington announces COVID vaccine mandate for state workers, health care providers

Most state workers in Washington, as well as private health care and long-term care employees, will be required to show proof of vaccination for COVID-19 by Oc. 18 or will lose their jobs, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Monday.