Philadelphia Coronavirus News

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  November 22, 2021

  Is It Safe To Attend Family Gatherings This Holiday Season?

  While many people are vaccinated, COVID-19 still poses a risk to family gatherings. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Efrat Kean weighs in on how to minimize your level of risk.
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  November 17, 2021

  Wearing Scrubs Like a Shield

  Identity at home and work in a time of anti-Asian hate during the pandemic.
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  November 5, 2021

  What You Need to Know About the COVID Vaccine and Kids Ages Five and Up

  The COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children ages 5-11, so we spoke with pediatrician Dr. Meg Frizzola to answer questions from parents.
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  October 27, 2021

  How to Handle Halloween During COVID-19

  A family medicine physician talks redefining trick-or-treating, safe alternatives and shares how she plans on celebrating with her own child.
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  October 25, 2021

  Step by Step: What to Do If You Think You Have COVID-19

  From what to do if you start having symptoms, the differences between COVID-19 tests, what to do if you test positive, to when you can re-enter society safely, this is your complete guide to care.
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  October 21, 2021

  Can You Have Natural Immunity
  to COVID-19?

  Dr. John Zurlo breaks down the difference between natural immunity and vaccine-induced immunity, and why COVID-19 vaccination remains critical.
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  October 18, 2021

  Best Practices For Face Masks For Your Children

  Here are the mask-wearing best practices you need to know, from best types of masks, to how often they need to be washed.
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  September 21, 2021

  Podcast: COVID Update and A Look into the Future

  Dr. John Zurlo, chair of the Jefferson COVID-19 Task Force offers the latest on emerging variants, return to school, booster shots and more.
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  August 25, 2021

  Here’s What You Can Expect for COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots This Fall

  Dr. Bruce Meyer, president of Jefferson Health, provides the latest on booster shot recommendations and updates on vaccines for children under 12.
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  August 23, 2021

  Jefferson Reacts to FDA’s Full Approval of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

  The FDA’s decision to fully approve Pfizer and BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine marks a milestone moment in the battle against COVID-19 and optimism for the public’s vaccine confidence.
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  August 18, 2021

  How to Keep Kids Safe at School with COVID Delta Cases Rising

  With the Delta variant on the rise, here’s how to keep your kids healthy as they head back to the classroom.