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Philadelphia water is safe to drink and use. Philadelphia’s drinking water will not be impacted by the spill on the Delaware River. Read the final update.

COVID-19

Updates

Current risk and recommendations

Masks strongly recommended in indoor public settings.

The CDC provides weekly data updates and recommended prevention steps to reduce the transmission of COVID-19. Review the latest data and recommendations for Philadelphia.

Data tracking

At-home COVID-19 tests

Every U.S. household is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-⁠19 tests.

Order your free at-home tests.

For more information, visit frequently asked questions and guidance documents.

Isolation and quarantine guidance

Follow the latest CDC guidance for isolation timing if you tested positive for COVID-19 or have COVID-19 symptoms and have not tested. You will also find guidance on what to do if you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19.

This guidance applies to the general public. It does not apply to:

  • Healthcare workers.
  • People who work or live in congregate settings.
  • Schools, daycares, and other childcare settings.
  • Confinement facilities.

Note: Individuals with COVID-19 are most likely to transmit infection in the first 5 days after symptoms start or after their positive test. People who leave isolation after 5 days should be fever free and with improving symptoms. They must wear a mask at all times when around others and must eat in a space separate from others for an additional 5 days.

Press releases, blog posts, and live streams

Visit our archive of press releases, blog posts, and live streams on YouTube and Facebook.

COVID-19 emergency orders

The City of Philadelphia has issued several emergency orders during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read the latest emergency orders.

SMS survey

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is sending texts and emails to contact individuals who have recently been tested for COVID-19.

The individualized survey link invitation will come from the phone number 1-855-528-1237 or 1-855-735-0163.

Individuals are asked to complete a brief survey to help the Philadelphia Department of Public Health better understand and monitor the spread of COVID-19 in Philadelphia. Participation is voluntary.


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