Philadelphia Kid Head Back to School With New Health Measures
Philadelphia, PA - As Philadelphia schoolchildren return to classes, the District of Public Health is taking extra steps to protect their health and prevent the spread of diseases. It will offer free tests for kids whose parents submit a consent form ahead of time. It will also continue to offer free testing in five school-based locations. The district is also monitoring the spread of monkeypox. Although most cases are in adults, the district urges children to vaccinate, including booster shots.