The most frequently asked questions about Pa.’s frustrating vaccine rollout
Health experts and advocates from across the state joined Spotlight PA on Thursday for a live reader Q&A event. Here are some of the most important takeaways.
Category: Covid19
Could a centralized vaccine signup ease Pa.’s rollout pains? Here’s the answer.
The state is relying on a patchwork of individual health-care providers to create and manage their own scheduling, causing frustration among some residents.
Endless buffering: Local schools try to solve students’ internet access issues on their own
Public schools across the Pittsburgh region pivoted to online learning over the past year to keep their students safe. But for students without reliable or affordable high-speed internet access, the new normal highlights the disparity in how internet services are provided across the commonwealth — and its cost.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Who gets it and when? | Phase One breakdown
With news that one COVID-19 vaccine is already being distributed at hospitals statewide, what is Pennsylvania’s plan for getting the vaccine out to the public?
With vaccine on the horizon, Wolf imposes new COVID mitigation measures
During the three-week long mitigation period, extracurricular activities at schools, such as sports, plays, concerts and dances are suspended.
Allegheny County reports 366 new COVID cases and 5 deaths, PA breaks another record of new cases
The new deaths, which ranged from Oct. 20 to Nov. 5, included a person in their 20s, two in their 70s and two in their 90s. Two of the five deaths occurred in long-term care facilities.
Allegheny County reports 189 new COVID cases; Sec. Levine discusses PA vaccine distribution plans
The Allegheny County Health Department [ACHD] reported 189 new COVID-19 infections Thursday and no new COVID-related fatalities. The newly reported cases bring the total count since March 14 to 16,599 infections.
Most Pittsburgh Public students will stay online until 2021. Here are main takeaways from the Oct. school board meetings.
After two amendments and two days of public testimonies, the PPS board voted Wednesday in favor of extending exclusive online learning for most students through Jan. 2021.
Hundreds of Pa. child-care centers have closed, and some fear it will get worse
Federal coronavirus relief money made a big difference in Pennsylvania, but as it dries up, a second wave of closures could be coming.
Commercial Leases in the era of Trump and Covid-19
Hispanic business owners are also worried about their commercial leases and how to keep up on rent. It is no secret that the hospitality industry has suffered the most from to the COVID-19 pandemic and related government restrictions.
Potential liability should students or staff become infected with COVID-19 at school is a top concern among some education leaders
Potential liability should students or staff become infected with COVID-19 at school is a top concern among some education leaders.
Four tips to follow when maskless people make you anxious, according to a trauma therapist
On the list of public health recommendations known to help stem the global coronavirus pandemic, mask-wearing and social distancing are at the top. Unfortunately, complying with these basic public health measures has become politicized, leading some folks to refuse to do either or both.