North Philly Being Sprayed For Mosquitoes Wednesday Morning

Areas being sprayed are between Fifth Street and North Franklin Street, from West Berks Street to West Susquehanna Avenue Wednesday morning.

Roe V. Wade Overturned: These US Companies Will Cover Travel Costs For Employees Who Need Abortion

Millions of people seeking abortions could soon be forced to travel across state lines to access the procedure.

Cat Bites Can Become Big Problem, Article Says Middle-Aged Women Most At Risk

Animal advocate Carol Erickson explains who’s vulnerable and why cat bites can become a big problem.

West Nile Virus-Carrying Mosquitoes Found In Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection said only Philly and Montco have had mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus.

Police: Woman In Critical Condition After Attempted Murder-Suicide In Logan

Officers believe a 63-year-old man shot his 62-year-old wife, then shot himself in the head.

No Threat To Health After Philly Junkyard Fire: Health Officials

Health officials said no toxic compounds were identified at levels that would pose a threat to human health.

First Case Of Monkeypox In PA Found In Philadelphia

Nineteen cases have been confirmed in 10 states this year, according to Philadelphia health officials.

Philly Launches COVID Test Kit Program For Events

Testing kits are being made available to event organizers for distribution to attendees to either be used before or after a Philly event.

Increased COVID Hospitalizations Prompt Warning To Philly Residents

Coronavirus hospitalizations have nearly doubled in Philadelphia since three weeks ago, and the city's positive testing is increasing too.

Philly Health Officials Urge Indoor Masking As COVID Cases Rise

Residents should assume that a crowded indoor space will include people who are infectious with COVID-19, health officials said.

‘Operation Conversation' Providing Tips On How To Start Mental Health Conversations With Kids

A program at the hospital called “On Our Sleeves” is launching “Operation Conversation.”

Philly Cops Not Vaccinated Or Exempt By May 31 To Be Put On Leave

Those who haven't been vaccinated, started the vaccine series, or been exempt, will be placed on leave for 30 days and could be fired.

Volunteer Organization From Tennessee Holds Free Medical Care Clinic At Pennsylvania Convention Center

The clinic is sponsored by an organization called “Remote Area Medical.” The Philadelphia sheriff's office is also helping.

Philly Drops Mask Mandate After Just 4 Days

The city is also forgoing its tiered coronavirus response system after about two months based on case and hospitalization data.

Philly Mask Mandate Returns: When, Where You Need Them, And More

Philadelphia health officials are reinstating the city's mask mandate next week. Here's what you need to know before it returns.

Philly Mask Mandate Returns Next Week As COVID Rises

Health officials said with cases increasing, the indoor mask mandate is being reinstated on Monday next week.

Indoor Mask Requirement Could Come Back To Philly As COVID Cases Rise

The city is in its "all clear" tier of its coronavirus response system, but cases creeping up could shift it to the "mask precautions" tier.

COVID Case Increase In Eastern PA Prompts Mask Warning

“It’s not required yet, but Philadelphians should strongly consider wearing a mask while in public indoor spaces,” one health official said.

New Treatment For Loss Of Taste, Smell From COVID

Loss of small and taste — clinically anosmia and parosmia — are common COVID-19 symptoms, and Jefferson doctors are helping bring them back.

‘It's Just Freeing': Philadelphia Businesses, Customers Celebrate End Of COVID Mask Mandate

Other than a few weeks last summer, this is the first time many businesses in Philly are allowed to operate without COVID protocols.

Philly Alters Indoor Mask Mandate

The mask mandate for schools is also likely to be dropped on Wednesday, March 9 if the coronavirus continues to dwindle in the city.

University Of Pennsylvania Eases Mask Rules On Campus

All across the Philadelphia region, schools are starting to drop mask mandates.

Over 1 Million Philadelphians Are Fully Vaccinated, Officials Say

More than 80 percent of all Philadelphians are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, and more than 95 percent have at least one dose.

Philly Launches Tiered Coronavirus Response System

Additionally, the city is offering $100 to Philadelphians who get fully vaccinated at certain health department clinics.

Residents, Lawmakers Urging Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf To Declare Disaster Emergency After Kingsessing Water Main Break

The damage from the water main break could take months to fix, but residents say they need help now.

Temple University Hospital Doctor On Mission To Raise Awareness Of Heart Disease's Impact On Black Americans

African Americans have higher rates of heart disease than white men and women and are 30% more likely to die from it.

Philadelphia Man Opens Up About Struggle With Depression To Add To Conversation About Mental Health In Black Community

Help is also available from the National Alliance on Mental Illness. That number is 800-950-6264. You can also text 741-741.

Narcan Dispensers Being Piloted In Philly To Curb Overdose Deaths

Narcan Near Me towers allow people to get life-saving naloxone and other overdose reversal supplies 24-seven, anonymously, and for free.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Philadelphia Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Philadelphia County and across PA.

Philly's COVID Positive Testing Percent Lowest Since Mid December

The most recent data from the city also shows the number of hospitalizations and COVID patients on ventilators are dropping still.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Philadelphia Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Philadelphia County and across PA.

COVID Hospitalizations, Positive Tests Down In Philly

The city's testing rate has been dropping for since early January, and coronavirus-specific hospitalizations have also seen decreases.

Hospital Capacity In Philadelphia Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Philadelphia County.

Philadelphia Releases Update Regarding Implementation Of Workforce Vaccine Mandate

The vaccine mandate deadline for employees has been adjusted to Monday January 24, 2022.

81% Of City Workers, Contractors Vaccinated Ahead Of Philadelphia's Friday Deadline

If they don’t start their vaccine schedule or obtain an exemption by the end of that 30 days, they will be fired.

Vaccine Mandate For Philly City Workers Delayed 10 Days

Due to negations with unions that represent city workers, Philadelphia has delayed the vaccine mandate until at least Jan. 24.

COVID Hospitalizations In Philly Nearing Double Previous High

The previous highest number of hospitalized coronavirus patients was 975 in May 2020. Now, the city has more than 1,600 hospitalized.

Omicron Continues To ‘Significantly Impact' In-Person Learning As 2 More Philly Schools Go Virtual To Bring Total Over 100

“It is an understatement that this school year has not been easy or predictable,” Hite said.

Big Macs Key To 106-Year-Old Philly Woman's Longevity: Reports

Dorothy Nedd of South Philadelphia says the Big Macs play second fiddle to a more important aspect of her life: her faith.

How Close Are Philadelphia Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Philadelphia County and across PA.