The Coronavirus in Philadelphia

The latest local news on the coronavirus, including updates from city government, ways to help and the community's efforts to fight the disease

Philadelphia has been in some form of coronavirus quarantine since March 16, 2020.

Local health officials report that citizens are currently at high risk of community transmission, and, as cases begin to rise again, a revamped set of “Safer at Home” restrictions will begin on November 20, including the closing of museums, gyms and schools, and indoor dining is banned.

To date, more than 69,600 people have been infected with Covid-19 in Philadelphia, and 1,990 Philadelphians have died from the virus. You can keep track of the total here. You can find testing sites here.

You can stay on top of the City of Philadelphia’s regular updates on the coronavirus epidemic here, along with a variety of resources and services to help you get through this experience.

Below you’ll find some of the ways we’ve been covering the pandemic, including analysis on the City’s response, resources to provide or get help and stories about ways in which the community is stepping up to help those in need.

Check out our Covid coverage

HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING COVID-19

 

HOW TO HELP DURING THE PANDEMIC

 

HOW PHILLY IS FIGHTING COVID-19

 

THINGS TO DO DURING CORONAVIRUS

 

THE CORONAVIRUS AND EDUCATION

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