County officials across the Philadelphia region say they routinely consider how to deal with infectious diseases like measles or whooping cough. But with millions of residents in their jurisdictions and the scope of the coronavirus outbreak still unclear, they’re readying for what could be a much greater challenge. Read more

What is coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, some causing illness in people and others circulating among animals, including camels, cats and bats. Read more

Before Kathleen Ackert started her rotations, she was alarmed when she heard tales of medical students practicing pelvic exams on unconscious patients. Read more

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Despite federal reforms, including the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), “incarcerated women continue to experience physical and psychological safety harms while incarcerated and insufficient satisfaction of their constitutional rights.” Read more