Visitation Community Center 2646 Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125COVID-19 Testing open to the publicTuesday & Wednesday 1:00 PM-3:00 PM SEAMAAC Community Testing Site @ Francis Scott Key School2230 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148COVID-19 Testing open to the publicThursdays 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Ford PAL Recreation Center 609 Snyder Avenue, Philadelphia , PA 19148COVID-19 Testing open…
COVID-19
Philadelphia FIGHT is committed to keeping all of our patients safe during the Coronavirus outbreak. As the outbreak has intensified, we have made some changes to keep everyone safe. Read more COVID-19 updates.
#mindPHL Together: A Statement from Mayor Jim Kenney
#MindPHL together is a joint initiative by the City of Philadelphia and Blue Cross. There is a number to call if you are experiencing a mental health crisis.
Philadelphia’s COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Have you lost income because of COVID-19? Are you having trouble paying your rent? The City of Philadelphia might be able to help with the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
Health Fact Friday: 6 Tips for Safe Grocery Shopping
Health Fact Friday: 6 tips for safe grocery shopping during the coronavirus crisis.
National Institutes of Health Panel Issues New Guidelines
A National Institutes of Health panel has released new guidelines on treating patients with COVID-19. Here are some of the highlights: The panel does not recommend any drug for pre- or post-exposure prophylaxis outside of clinical trials. It does not make a recommendation for specific antiviral or immunomodulatory treatments, as no drug has been proven…
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) FAQs
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) FAQs from the State of Pennsylvania, includes information on the CARE Act related to COVID-19 epidemic.
List of Philadelphia Churches Livestreaming Easter Services
List of Philadelphia Churches that are streaming Easter services on Sunday, April 12, 2020.
Mayor Kenney Issues a New Business Activity and Stay at Home Order
Mayor Kenney has issued a new business activity and stay at home order requiring us to stay home except for absolutely necessary activity. Here is the link to the order: New Business Activity and Stay at Home Order: What you need to know. Social Distancing The graphic illustration below shows the importance of social distancing….
NIH Releases Interim Guidance for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV
This interim guidance reviews special considerations for persons with HIV and their health care providers in the United States regarding COVID-19.
Dr. Cruz is a board certified pediatrician who serves as the Medical Director for our Pediatrics and Adolescent Health Center. He has presented and/or published in the fields of community violence and domestic violence prevention, quality improvement, behavioral health, curriculum development and mentorship. In 2019 he received the Greater Philadelphia Social Innovation Award for Innovations in Healthcare.