CoronavirusWhat to know about covid vaccines — and whether you need one this fallVaccination remains the best way to decrease the likelihood of severe outcomes from the virus, as well as protect those around you who might be at higher risk.Kathleen Felton, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
CoronavirusWhat to know about covid vaccines — and whether you need one this fallVaccination remains the best way to decrease the likelihood of severe outcomes from the virus, as well as protect those around you who might be at higher risk.Kathleen Felton, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
HealthLook up 100 top-paid employees at nonprofit health systems in the Philadelphia region in 2024Employee pay and benefits typically account for more than half of health system expenses and have contributed to rising healthcare costs for employers and governments.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthLook up 100 top-paid employees at nonprofit health systems in the Philadelphia region in 2024Employee pay and benefits typically account for more than half of health system expenses and have contributed to rising healthcare costs for employers and governments.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania measles cases near 800 in ongoing outbreakThe state’s measles outbreak is the largest in the country in 2026.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania measles cases near 800 in ongoing outbreakThe state’s measles outbreak is the largest in the country in 2026.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
PoliticsCongressional leaders warn White House against adding controls over NIH grantsLeaders of the House and Senate appropriations committees on Monday admonished the White House for its attempts to impose political controls on scientific research.Dan Diamond and Riley Beggin, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
PoliticsCongressional leaders warn White House against adding controls over NIH grantsLeaders of the House and Senate appropriations committees on Monday admonished the White House for its attempts to impose political controls on scientific research.Dan Diamond and Riley Beggin, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
OpinionYou should feel safe, not judged, at a doctor’s visit | Expert OpinionIn medicine, a psychologically safe office or exam room may help patients feel more comfortable discussing emotionally sensitive concerns. It may also improve the likelihood of scheduled follow-up.Jeffrey MillsteinLink copied to clipboard
OpinionYou should feel safe, not judged, at a doctor’s visit | Expert OpinionIn medicine, a psychologically safe office or exam room may help patients feel more comfortable discussing emotionally sensitive concerns. It may also improve the likelihood of scheduled follow-up.Jeffrey MillsteinLink copied to clipboard
WeatherThe equinox arrives Tuesday in Philly, and it finally feels like fallWith autumn’s advent, millions of birds across the region are taking their nightly migratory flight.Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
WeatherThe equinox arrives Tuesday in Philly, and it finally feels like fallWith autumn’s advent, millions of birds across the region are taking their nightly migratory flight.Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhy haven’t state officials revealed more about Pennsylvania’s measles deaths?Pennsylvania’s health department has cited state privacy laws that they say prohibit them from releasing more information.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhy haven’t state officials revealed more about Pennsylvania’s measles deaths?Pennsylvania’s health department has cited state privacy laws that they say prohibit them from releasing more information.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhat caused this teenager’s weight loss, fatigue, and passing out? | Medical MysteryUnintentional weight loss, fatigue, and fainting are often nonspecific symptoms that can be caused by a variety of conditions, including nervous system, blood, and hormone disorders.Rebecca Mirochnik and Hayley GoldnerLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhat caused this teenager’s weight loss, fatigue, and passing out? | Medical MysteryUnintentional weight loss, fatigue, and fainting are often nonspecific symptoms that can be caused by a variety of conditions, including nervous system, blood, and hormone disorders.Rebecca Mirochnik and Hayley GoldnerLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaThere was a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International AirportThe city department of public health is notifying travelers and others of the possible exposure, which is unrelated to the recent measles exposures at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Andrew Kitchenman and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaThere was a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International AirportThe city department of public health is notifying travelers and others of the possible exposure, which is unrelated to the recent measles exposures at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Andrew Kitchenman and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthAs measles cases grow in Pennsylvania, some parents are speeding up vaccinations and avoiding Lancaster County The measles outbreak has some Philadelphia-area parents opting to vaccinate their children early and delay daycare while avoiding Lancaster County and those who have traveled there.Brett Sholtis and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthAs measles cases grow in Pennsylvania, some parents are speeding up vaccinations and avoiding Lancaster County The measles outbreak has some Philadelphia-area parents opting to vaccinate their children early and delay daycare while avoiding Lancaster County and those who have traveled there.Brett Sholtis and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthCHOP’s measles exposure shows the growing danger of Pa.’s outbreak, experts sayInfectious disease experts say hospitals around the country have been monitoring an explosion of measles cases in the last several years.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthCHOP’s measles exposure shows the growing danger of Pa.’s outbreak, experts sayInfectious disease experts say hospitals around the country have been monitoring an explosion of measles cases in the last several years.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPenn launches mobile eye clinic to detect disease early and help prevent blindnessThe mobile screening van aims to prevent blindness in underserved communities by improving access to eye care. It will make its first appearance on Saturday.Kayla YupLink copied to clipboard
HealthPenn launches mobile eye clinic to detect disease early and help prevent blindnessThe mobile screening van aims to prevent blindness in underserved communities by improving access to eye care. It will make its first appearance on Saturday.Kayla YupLink copied to clipboard
HealthThe busiest ambulatory surgery centers in the Philadelphia regionHealth insurers including IBX and Highmark want to move more care from hospital outpatient departments to surgery centers to cut costs, but not all surgery centers save money.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthThe busiest ambulatory surgery centers in the Philadelphia regionHealth insurers including IBX and Highmark want to move more care from hospital outpatient departments to surgery centers to cut costs, but not all surgery centers save money.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
Pennsylvania‘Babies are dying’: How Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak changed the vaccine mindset of this Amish country midwifeWhile top officials publicly spar over whether Pennsylvanians are dying of measles, a midwife in Amish country believes the outbreak is so bad she wants to be able to carry the MMR vaccine herself.Gillian McGoldrickLink copied to clipboard
Pennsylvania‘Babies are dying’: How Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak changed the vaccine mindset of this Amish country midwifeWhile top officials publicly spar over whether Pennsylvanians are dying of measles, a midwife in Amish country believes the outbreak is so bad she wants to be able to carry the MMR vaccine herself.Gillian McGoldrickLink copied to clipboard
HealthPhiladelphia health officials report a measles exposure at CHOPHealth officials said the potential exposure took place in a NICU and other locations on Sept. 11 at the hospital at 3401 Civic Center Blvd.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPhiladelphia health officials report a measles exposure at CHOPHealth officials said the potential exposure took place in a NICU and other locations on Sept. 11 at the hospital at 3401 Civic Center Blvd.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPa. is asking CDC for more emergency aid, but only if measles deaths are reportedBoth sides have accused the other of politicizing the measles outbreak.Sarah Gantz and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPa. is asking CDC for more emergency aid, but only if measles deaths are reportedBoth sides have accused the other of politicizing the measles outbreak.Sarah Gantz and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
Health5 subtle dental symptoms you should never ignoreLeft unaddressed, these seemingly minor oral health issues can turn into bigger problems.Erica Sloan, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
Health5 subtle dental symptoms you should never ignoreLeft unaddressed, these seemingly minor oral health issues can turn into bigger problems.Erica Sloan, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
HealthPlanned Parenthood clinics now offering hormone replacement therapy, menopause carePlanned Parenthood Keystone will add vasectomy services next year.Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
HealthPlanned Parenthood clinics now offering hormone replacement therapy, menopause carePlanned Parenthood Keystone will add vasectomy services next year.Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
ObituariesWilliam Johnson Jr., community-minded dentist and lifelong elite runner, has died at 95His mother, Mary, wanted him to be a doctor. So, after she died when he was six, he went on to earn a dental degree at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn. Gary MilesLink copied to clipboard
ObituariesWilliam Johnson Jr., community-minded dentist and lifelong elite runner, has died at 95His mother, Mary, wanted him to be a doctor. So, after she died when he was six, he went on to earn a dental degree at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn. Gary MilesLink copied to clipboard
EducationPhilly’s school bus drivers, cleaners and maintenance workers are getting 9.5% raises in a “life-changing” contract32BJ represents 2,000 Philadelphia School District building engineers, cleaners, bus drivers, mechanics and tradespeople. Its new contract includes paid parental leave for the first time ever.Kristen A. GrahamLink copied to clipboard
EducationPhilly’s school bus drivers, cleaners and maintenance workers are getting 9.5% raises in a “life-changing” contract32BJ represents 2,000 Philadelphia School District building engineers, cleaners, bus drivers, mechanics and tradespeople. Its new contract includes paid parental leave for the first time ever.Kristen A. GrahamLink copied to clipboard
WeatherAn early nor’easter threatens the Philly area, with Shore flooding and strong winds possibleSo-called cold-air damming is going to make it feel like mid-October.Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
WeatherAn early nor’easter threatens the Philly area, with Shore flooding and strong winds possibleSo-called cold-air damming is going to make it feel like mid-October.Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
OpinionPennsylvania’s shameful contribution to President Trump’s immigration crackdown | EditorialGov. Shapiro should seize the opportunity to counter a cruel attack on the state’s communities.The Editorial BoardLink copied to clipboard
OpinionPennsylvania’s shameful contribution to President Trump’s immigration crackdown | EditorialGov. Shapiro should seize the opportunity to counter a cruel attack on the state’s communities.The Editorial BoardLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaPHL is experiencing some delays after yesterday’s FAA equipment issue grounded planesPHL Airport is operating with minimal delays following Monday's FAA ground stoppage that caused hundreds of delays and cancellations in the Northeast.Henry SavageLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaPHL is experiencing some delays after yesterday’s FAA equipment issue grounded planesPHL Airport is operating with minimal delays following Monday's FAA ground stoppage that caused hundreds of delays and cancellations in the Northeast.Henry SavageLink copied to clipboard
HomeHouse of the week: A four-bedroom rowhouse in East Falls for $419,000The home has several recent updates, include a basement waterproofing and new appliances, that add to its appeal.Paul Jablow, For The InquirerLink copied to clipboard
HomeHouse of the week: A four-bedroom rowhouse in East Falls for $419,000The home has several recent updates, include a basement waterproofing and new appliances, that add to its appeal.Paul Jablow, For The InquirerLink copied to clipboard
Arts & CultureFrom Phoebe Bridgers, to AC/DC, to Gorillaz, and Doja Cat, here are 30 pop music concerts you cannot miss this fallPlus, Philly Music Fest, Phish, Shaboozey, Low Cut Connie, the Chicks, Sienna Spiro, Geese, Goosemas, and more.Dan DeLucaLink copied to clipboard
Arts & CultureFrom Phoebe Bridgers, to AC/DC, to Gorillaz, and Doja Cat, here are 30 pop music concerts you cannot miss this fallPlus, Philly Music Fest, Phish, Shaboozey, Low Cut Connie, the Chicks, Sienna Spiro, Geese, Goosemas, and more.Dan DeLucaLink copied to clipboard