Vaccination
The first person in the United States to be diagnosed with Polio is a Jewish man in Rockland County, New York. (Getty/Catherine Falls Commercial)
July 27, 2022, 9:00 pm
First US case of polio in nearly a decade is a Jewish man
The case was diagnosed in Rockland, County, just north of New York City.
By Jacob Henry
(Photo by CDS via Pexels)
July 18, 2022, 2:15 pm
JCC to require COVID vaccines for children 4 and under
One-time proof of vaccination must be presented in person.
By Toby Tabachnick
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh in Squirrel Hill. Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
January 4, 2022, 1:39 pm
JCC offering COVID-19 vaccines in Squirrel Hill and South Hills
The clinics support the JCC’s vaccine policy, which requires anyone entering its facilities age 12 and older to provide one-time proof of their COVID vaccination.
Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
December 30, 2021, 2:29 pm
JCC’s Jason Kunzman honored for work during pandemic
Though named an 'Emerging Leader' for his recent efforts, Kunzman credits colleagues with doing “whatever it takes” to help the community
By Adam Reinherz
Photo by sorrapong via iStock
December 9, 2021, 8:06 am
JCC enacts new vaccination requirements
New policy creates 'vaccinated bubble' for nearly 97% of its members
By Adam Reinherz
The owner of this kosher restaurant in Brooklyn says a vaccine mandate will not convince the unvaccinated to get the shot. (Photo by Lauren Hakimi)
September 13, 2021, 11:14 am
Kosher restaurants fear losing customers over NYC vaccine mandate
"There are people who’ve, God forbid, boycotted restaurants who are following the law.”
By Lauren Hakimi
Synagogues regulations vary for members wishing to worship in person. Temple David in Monroeville has readied their congregation with signs in the sanctuary, post-COVID-19. Photo by Barbara Fisher.
June 14, 2021, 4:33 pm
Area congregations offer a variety of options
Local synagogues work to accommodate vaccinated and unvaccinated members
By David Rullo
Photo by Helena Lopes from Pexels
April 27, 2021, 11:12 am
Pittsburgh Jewish teens eye a vaccinated summer
“I can’t believe people are letting these things go to waste,” she said. “It’s crazy to me.”
By David Rullo
Scott and Rani Wedner reunited with Scott's mother, Eleanor, after a year of physical separation. Photo provided by JAA.
April 27, 2021, 10:52 am
JAA families thrilled to be reunited after COVID-19 vaccinations
" Being able to hold my mother’s hand for the first time in a year was emotional.”
By David Rullo
Professor Alexander Star holds a breathalyzer prototype in his Sensor Technology Advanced Research (STAR) laboratory at the University of Pittsburgh. (Photo courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh)
April 19, 2021, 11:39 am
Jewish researcher at Pitt develops rapid COVID test
Professor Alexander Star and colleagues adapt research for current task
By Adam Reinherz
COVID-19 vaccination occurs at the Squirrel Hill JCC. Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
April 11, 2021, 3:37 pm
Local partnerships facilitate vaccination
More than 4,700 people vaccinated against COVID-19 due to communal efforts
By Adam Reinherz
Dee Weinberg is looking forward to celebrating Passover with her family this year. Last year's seder table featured setting for Weinberg, her husband the guest of honor: a computer screen. Photo by Dee Weinberg.
March 15, 2021, 12:07 pm
Some vaccinated Pittsburghers plan in-person seders
“If I wasn’t vaccinated, we wouldn’t be doing this."
By David Rullo
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the HHS/NIH COVID-19 Vaccine Kick-Off event at NIH on 12/22/20. Despite the vaccinations roll out, many in Pittsburgh have struggled to find the vaccination. Credit: NIH
February 17, 2021, 9:40 am
Our government can’t force us to get vaccinated, but our morals compel us to
"Living in a civilized society isn’t a free lunch. Every once in a while it comes with a moral obligation."
By Rabbi Yosie Levine
Pittsburghers are ready to roll up their sleeves for the COVID-19 vaccine Photo by Skarie20/iStockphoto.com
December 22, 2020, 10:07 am
Jewish Pittsburgh prepares for COVID-19 vaccinations
“Knowing vaccinations are on the horizon gives us hope that there will finally be relief from some of the stress and heartache related to the pandemic.”
By David Rullo
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