Michael Tanenbaum
Michael Tanenbaum is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice.com, with interests ranging from technology and behavioral health to local community initiatives and cultural life. Michael has written for the Argentina Independent and Bespoke Magazine and previously served as a news editor for Xfinity.com before joining PhillyVoice. He received his B.A. in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University.
March 20, 2020
Recreation
Philly sees boom in cyclists, 471% increase on Kelly Drive Trail during coronavirus restrictions
Cycling has increased by an average of 151% on Philadelphia's bike trails during the coronavirus crisis, prompting the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia to launch a petition that would close Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to motor vehicle traffic. The petition aims to create more space for cyclists and ensure proper social distancing.March 20, 2020
Digestive symptoms, diarrhea could be signs of coronavirus, Chinese study finds
Coronavirus patients in China showed a high rate of digestive symptoms that have not been as widely associated with COVID-19, including diarrhea and loss of appetite, according to new research out of Wuhan. Research published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology suggests clinicians take note of these symptoms when evaluating patients.March 19, 2020
Health Stories
Pennsylvania distillery pivots to produce hand sanitizer for charity amid coronavirus pandemic
Eight Oaks Distillery in New Tripoli, Pennsylvania will begin producing hand sanitizer to make up for shortages caused by the spread of COVID-19. Proceeds from donations for the sanitizer and cleaning supplies will go to ongoing operations and charity organizations.March 19, 2020
Volunteering
Philadelphia launches COVID-19 fund, urges healthy volunteers to give back
Philadelphia business and non-profit leaders have teamed up to form the PHL COVID-19 Fund, which will provide critical resources to organizations working to serve those most in need during the coronavirus pandemic.March 19, 2020
Technology
Israel uses controversial surveillance tool to track people with coronavirus, text alert others
The Israeli Health Ministry is tracking the spread of the coronavirus by using cell phone tower data, sending text message alerts advising individuals to enter quarantines if they were in close proximity to positive cases of COVID-19. Privacy advocates and opponents of the program have petitioned the country's High Court to shut it down.March 19, 2020
Education
Pennsylvania cancels PSSA, Keystone Exams due to coronavirus pandemic
Pennsylvania students will not take the PSSA and Keystone Exams in 2020 as a result of closures caused by the coronavirus, according to the state department of education. The annual tests were scheduled to begin in April and May.March 18, 2020
Education
Philly school district pauses online instruction over state, federal equity mandates
Philadelphia School District superintendent Dr. William Hite explained why remote instruction for students must be limited to follow federal and state education department guidelines during the coronavirus closure period.March 18, 2020
Illness
Philly region ramps up COVID-19 testing, plans drive-thru site near stadium complex
Philadelphia officials talked about the drive-thru coronavirus testing site being established at the South Philly stadium complex; answered questions about Philly's hospital capacity and its ability to handle the expected influx of COVID-19 cases; and outlined the police department's to arrest policies during the pandemicMarch 18, 2020
Illness
New Jersey looks to reopen Inspira Health hospital in Woodbury for COVID-19 patients
Inspira Health's Woodbury facility could open up nearly 300 new beds for coronavirus patients, New Jersey officials said Wednesday. The hospital, located at 509 North Broad Street, was decommissioned in December but would add much needed capacity to the state as COVID-19 cases surge.March 18, 2020
Eagles
Malcolm Jenkins shares farewell to Philly after parting with Eagles
Safety Malcolm Jenkins will become a free agent after six seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, including a victory in Super Bowl LII. Jenkins shared his thoughts on his time in Philadelphia in a message to fans, announcing he plans to return to the city when he finishes his NFL career.Just In
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- An early look at what positions are strong in the 2027 NFL Draft
- Supreme Court preserves access to abortion drug via telehealth – at least for now
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