Pharmacist known as ‘the mask man’ charged with hoarding, price gouging N95 masks
A licensed pharmacist who was known by the alias “the mask man,” has been charged with hoarding and price gouging of N95 respiratory masks, according to a statement released on May 26 by federal prosecutors in New York.
Most Medicare enrollees could get insulin for $35 a month
The new benefit — to be formally unveiled at a Rose Garden event Tuesday afternoon — is being touted as a major accomplishment by Trump administration officials eager to change the subject from the grim drumbeat of coronavirus pandemic news.
Majority of 23,000 US nurses surveyed report having to reuse disposable PPE
A new survey conducted by National Nurses United (NNU) found that a majority of respondents reported having to reuse personal protective equipment (PPE) intended for one-time use.
‘He is at peace’: ICU nurses use signs to communicate with family of man dying from COVID-19
After Rene Johnson contracted COVID-19 and was admitted to his local hospital this month experiencing trouble breathing, his family made sure to be there for him even if the circumstances of the pandemic forced physical distance between them.
Nearly 50 Pa. nursing homes have reported 20 or more deaths related to COVID-19
Nearly 50 Pennsylvania nursing homes have reported 20 or more deaths related to COVID-19, according to partial data released Tuesday by the state Department of Health.
WWII veteran who raised millions for UK health service to be knighted
Tom Moore, who is lauded for raising millions for the NHS in the U.K., will be knighted for his selfless service.
Virus whistleblower tells lawmakers US lacks vaccine plan
Bright alleges he was ousted from a high-level scientific post after warning the Trump administration to prepare for the pandemic.
More than 4,000 health care workers from NY hospital hit hard by COVID-19 gifted free vacations
American Airlines has partnered with Hyatt Hotels Corporation to reward medical staff currently working at a New York City hospital hit hard by the novel coronavirus with complimentary vacations once they are able to take time off for themselves.
Pennsylvania AG opens criminal probes into nursing homes
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro has opened criminal investigations into several nursing homes amid a coronavirus outbreak that has killed 2,600 residents of nursing homes and other facilities that care for older adults.
Man steps up to help in nursing home during COVID-19
A man who was working a desk job when he stepped up to work as a physician assistant again to help out during COVID-19.
Pennsylvania plans to test all residents, employees in nursing homes for coronavirus
Gov. Tom Wolf says his administration plans to begin testing every resident and employee for the coronavirus in nursing homes and other facilities caring for older adults.
Delaware County teen raises money to treat hospital workers to lunch
A teen raised money to treat hospital workers to lunch at Mainline Health’s Riddle Hospital.
Indiana man paints giant American flag on lawn in honor of health care workers
An Indiana man and his crew painted a giant American flag on his lawn to celebrate health care workers.
Pennsylvania plans 'fairly radical' widespread virus tests in nursing homes
COVID-19 has reportedly killed more than 2,600 residents of 540 nursing homes or personal care home -- amounting to two-thirds of the state's death toll, according to Wolf's administration.
Counterfeit masks reaching frontline health workers in US
An investigation has found millions of counterfeit medical masks, gloves, gowns and other supplies being used in hospitals across the country, putting lives at risk.
'These are the hands': Actress Emilia Clarke recites poem in touching tribute for International Nurses Day
The actress thanked all nursing staff around the world amid the fight against COVID-19.
Father and daughter, both doctors, pass away from coronavirus in New Jersey
A father and daughter both in the medical field pass away due to the coronavirus in New Jersey.
Fire and EMS salute hospital staff at Abington Hospital-Jefferson Health
Fire and EMS from departments all over the area surrounded the entrance to applaud and cheer on our health professionals at Abington Hospital-Jefferson Health.
Nurses express gratitude on National Nurses Day for outpouring of appreciation during COVID-19
Nurses are expressing gratitude on National Nurses Day for outpouring of appreciation during COVID-19.
Philadelphia nurses talk about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic
This week is National Nurses' Week and two nurses from Philadelphia hospitals talk about how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their work.