West Chester Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply.

Chester County Hospital Named Among Newsweek's Best

For a second consecutive year, Chester County Hospital was named as one of Newsweek's Best in the Pennsylvania.

Vaccine Doses Received Are Half Of Chesco Health Dept.'s Request

The Chester County Health Department said it received just over 9,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine this week.

Don't Mistake Health Dept. Emails For Junk Mail, Says Chesco

If you get an email from the Chester County Health Department asking if you still want the COVID-19 vaccine, it's not junk, the county says.

COVID-19 Cases, Rates Turn Upward In Chesco: Weekly Updates

Chester County COVID-19 metrics shifted a long downward trend, as DOH reports increased cases and case rates over the last week.

As Pandemic Loosens Grip, Here's How Chesco Towns Have Fared

Chester County was not the worst-hit in Pennsylvania, but COVID-19 socked some Chesco communities harder than others.

Blood Drive This Week Offers Red Cross T-Shirt

The American Red Cross reminds Chester County that blood is always needed for cancer patients, even with trauma cases down in the pandemic.

COVID-19 Metrics Down Again In Chester County: Weekly Updates

All of Chester County's COVID-19 metrics improved again this week.

Vaccines In Chester County: State Rep. Explains Inequities

Chester County's vaccine supply remains scant and State Rep. Dianne Herrin explained why suburban Philly got 'shorted' and what to expect.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In West Chester Area

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in Chester County.

Officials Book Vaccine Appointments, Confirm Chesco Was Shorted

Elected officials made vaccine appointments on Saturday after Chester County confirmed Chesco got scant doses for its high population.

Chesco COVID-19 Positivity Rate Dips Into 'Low Risk': Updates

Another week running COVID-19 metrics from the Department of Health are improved in Chester County, the positivity rate below 5 percent.

5 Chesco CVS Stores On List Of 75 CVS Vaccination Sites In PA

CVS has expanded its COVID-19 vaccination site list to 75 stores statewide and five Chester County CVS pharmacies will be giving the shots.

Chesco Government, Health Dept. Geared Up To Vaccinate Fast

Chester County officials are ready to quickly vaccinate every person in the county who wants a COVID-19 vaccine, as supply trickles in.

Another Week Of Improved COVID-19 Numbers In Chesco: Updates

Chester County's COVID-19 incidence rate has dropped below 100 per 100K residents, dropping the county from 'Very High' transmission risk.

Chester County Hospital, Health Dept. Making Large-Scale Vax Plan

The partnership of Chesco's health department with Chester County Hospital serves as a model for large-scale vaccination.

Weekly Update: Check Hospital Capacity In West Chester Area

Here is the latest data on hospital capacity in Chester County as the pandemic wanes.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting West Chester Area Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the West Chester area.

Vaccine Supply, COVID-19 Numbers in Chester County: Updates

As COVID-19 cases fall, obtaining a vaccine in Chester County and the rest of PA seems like a waiting game, as even the weather interferes.

1,500 In 1A Phase Will Get Vaccinated Saturday At WCU Mass Site

Chesco Health Department and Chester County Hospital will open a COVID-19 vaccine clinic Saturday for a one-day distribution of 1,500 doses.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting West Chester Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in West Chester.

Chester County Vaccine Supply Half Of Requested Amount: Updates

Chester County's Health Department said it is receiving half the COVID-19 vaccine doses it is asking for.

Chester County Hospital Named One Of America's 50 Best

Chester County Hospital has been designated one of the 50 best in the U.S. and also was named for excellence in surgery and pulmonary care.

Hospital Capacity In West Chester Area: Weekly Update

Here is the latest federal data on which hospitals and ICUs are nearing capacity in Chester County.

Vaccine Supply To Chester County A Dribble Amid Demand

Vaccine distribution by the Chester County Health Department is at a near standstill as supply trickles in.

COVID-19 Still Trending Down In Chester County: Update

The PA Department of Health weekly update shows most of Chester County's COVID-19 metrics continue slowly to improve.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting West Chester Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in West Chester.

Rite Aid Expands No-Charge COVID-19 Testing

Rite Aid pharmacies have expanded COVID-19 testing at sites in Chester County and elsewhere.

Chester County Hospital Continues Vaccinating, Shares Supply

Vaccination distribution continues at Chester County Hospital amid limited supply and high demand.

Hospital Capacity In The West Chester Area: Weekly Update

Here is the latest federal data on which hospitals and ICUs are closest to capacity in Chester County.

Tracking COVID-19 Improvement In Chester County: Update

Chester County shows slow and steady improvement in COVID-19 measures this week with case counts and positivity rates declining.

Chesco Among PA Counties Out Of COVID-19 Red Zone

Chester County has been downgraded from Red to Orange in the latest White House coronavirus task force report.

Vaccinations In Chester County: 5 FAQs Answered

Vaccine rollout is tied to supply, so getting signed up is the only action step for many in Chesco. Here are 5 COVID VAX FAQs answered.

How Close Are West Chester Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

New federal data shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in Chester County and across Pennsylvania.

Can Special Fabric Mask Zap Viruses? Exton Co. Says Yes

An Exton company is selling a $39 face shield that uses 'electroceutical microcell technology' to stifle viruses, and research backs it up.

Sign Up For A Vaccine In Chester County: Update

Chester County responded to the state's COVID-19 vaccine category changes, so you may now pre-register, then wait on vaccine supply.

90,000 More Eligible For Vaccine, Chesco Told To Expect Shortages

Chesco's health department is asking people in vaccine-eligible groups to register so they can be updated when vaccines become available.

Long-Term Care Tallies 2/3 Of COVID-19 Deaths In Chesco, Delco

More than two-thirds of COVID-19 deaths in Chester and Delaware counties are residents of long-term care.

See Which West Chester Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

New federal government data shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in the West Chester area.

Getting Vaccinated In Chester County: Updates

Vaccine roll-out continues across PA and Chesco is prepping to move to Phase 1B for teachers, police, firefighters, and grocery workers.