A vaccine won't end the COVID-19 crisis right away, experts say
Many challenges lie ahead — not just the logistical hurdles involved in the biggest vaccination campaign in U.S. history, but public fear and misinformation that could hinder the effort and kick the end of the pandemic further down the road.
Many challenges lie ahead — not just the logistical hurdles involved in the biggest vaccination campaign in U.S. history, but public fear and misinformation that could hinder the effort and kick the end of the pandemic further down the road.
Mask mandates work to slow spread of COVID-19, CDC study finds
A study analyzing COVID-19 cases in Kansas found that counties with a mask mandate slowed the spread of the virus, while counties without a mask requirement saw a dramatic increase in cases.
A study analyzing COVID-19 cases in Kansas found that counties with a mask mandate slowed the spread of the virus, while counties without a mask requirement saw a dramatic increase in cases.
Qantas airline plans to require coronavirus vaccine for international travel, CEO says
In a world first, Qantas Airways will likely require passengers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus for future international travel, the CEO announced.
In a world first, Qantas Airways will likely require passengers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus for future international travel, the CEO announced.
States impose new rules, plead with public to stop COVID-19 spread
State and local officials nationwide are imposing new restrictions and pleading with the public in an increasingly desperate attempt to stop the coronavirus spread.
State and local officials nationwide are imposing new restrictions and pleading with the public in an increasingly desperate attempt to stop the coronavirus spread.
Travelers to Los Angeles will have to sign quarantine form starting Wednesday
Travelers coming through Los Angeles International and Van Nuys airports and Union Station beginning Wednesday will be required to sign a form acknowledging California's recommended 14-day self-quarantine in response to rising coronavirus rates.
Travelers coming through Los Angeles International and Van Nuys airports and Union Station beginning Wednesday will be required to sign a form acknowledging California's recommended 14-day self-quarantine in response to rising coronavirus rates.
Economists urge Congress to send out second round of $1,200 stimulus checks
A group of more than 125 economists is calling on Congress to send out more direct cash payments to American families to help them weather the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.
A group of more than 125 economists is calling on Congress to send out more direct cash payments to American families to help them weather the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.
Are dining tents a safe way to eat out amid the COVID-19 pandemic?
Outdoor dining tents are popping up outside restaurants during the pandemic, but experts say not all setups are equal.
Outdoor dining tents are popping up outside restaurants during the pandemic, but experts say not all setups are equal.
AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine is cheaper and appears effective
Dr. Mike joins Good Day Philadelphia to talk about the third vaccine being developed by AstraZeneca that is proving to be easier and cheaper to produce and appears effective plus when we should see the first of these vaccines becoming available.
Dr. Mike joins Good Day Philadelphia to talk about the third vaccine being developed by AstraZeneca that is proving to be easier and cheaper to produce and appears effective plus when we should see the first of these vaccines becoming available.
Study: COVID-19 rare in children, but higher risk in minorities
A study led by CHOP confirms that COVID-19 is rare in children, but more severe among children of color. The study found only 4% of those tested were infected and most were mild cases or asymptomatic.
A study led by CHOP confirms that COVID-19 is rare in children, but more severe among children of color. The study found only 4% of those tested were infected and most were mild cases or asymptomatic.
Pennsylvania issues stay home advisory, adds 'additional safeguards' further limiting gatherings
Pennsylvania officials are issuing new orders and advisories they are calling "additional safeguards" as they work to slow the spread of coronavirus across the state.
Pennsylvania officials are issuing new orders and advisories they are calling "additional safeguards" as they work to slow the spread of coronavirus across the state.
NFL tightens COVID-19 rules, will discipline players who don’t wear mask on sidelines
The NFL has announced new safety restrictions at games to slow the spread of COVID-19, now requiring players who are sitting on the sidelines to wear masks.
The NFL has announced new safety restrictions at games to slow the spread of COVID-19, now requiring players who are sitting on the sidelines to wear masks.
99th birthday celebration becomes COVID-19 'super spreader' after all family members infected
From their 99-year-old father to a 3-year-old great-nephew, more than a dozen relatives felt the effects of the family trip that turned into a super spreader.
From their 99-year-old father to a 3-year-old great-nephew, more than a dozen relatives felt the effects of the family trip that turned into a super spreader.
Some Ohio hospitals running out of ventilators, Cleveland Clinic says
A top Cleveland Clinic official says some Ohio hospitals are running out of ventilators due to the worsening COVID-19 outbreak and a sharp increase in hospitalizations.
A top Cleveland Clinic official says some Ohio hospitals are running out of ventilators due to the worsening COVID-19 outbreak and a sharp increase in hospitalizations.
Persons infected with COVID-19 at risk of psychiatric disorder
Researchers from Oxford in England have discovered that people infected with the coronavirus are also at risk of developing a psychiatric disorder.
Researchers from Oxford in England have discovered that people infected with the coronavirus are also at risk of developing a psychiatric disorder.
Delaware's new restrictions go into effect as coronavirus cases surge
Delaware Governor John Carney announced revised restrictions and guidelines that go into effect on Monday as coronavirus cases surge across the country.
Delaware Governor John Carney announced revised restrictions and guidelines that go into effect on Monday as coronavirus cases surge across the country.
COVID-19 vaccine news boosts spirits in hard-hit Gloucester City
Locals of Gloucester City say the coronavirus has hit hard, so news of a third vaccine showing promise to combat COVID-19 is welcome.
Locals of Gloucester City say the coronavirus has hit hard, so news of a third vaccine showing promise to combat COVID-19 is welcome.
COVID vaccine news boosts spirits in hard-hit Gloucester City
Jeff Cole has details
Jeff Cole has details
Millions fly ahead of Thanksgiving 2020 despite CDC plea not to travel
U.S. airports saw more travelers this weekend than has been reported since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as public health officials urge Americans to stay home for Thanksgiving.
U.S. airports saw more travelers this weekend than has been reported since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as public health officials urge Americans to stay home for Thanksgiving.
Pa. schools required to commit to safety measures regarding the surge in COVID-19 cases
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine provides an update regarding public schools
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine provides an update regarding public schools
CDC raises warning against cruise travel, lists risk of infection as 'very high'
The CDC has issued a warning against going on cruise ships, where the risk of infection is "very high."
The CDC has issued a warning against going on cruise ships, where the risk of infection is "very high."