Philadelphia ends mask mandate just days after it reinstating it
The city of Philadelphia’s health department on Thursday voted to end the citywide indoor mask mandate that went into effect Monday, abruptly changing policy after health officials said there was a concerning rise in COVID-19 cases.
Philadelphia health officials now say that coronavirus cases have leveled off and hospitalizations have decreased, so masks will not be required indoors. The board of health voted to rescind the mask mandate on Thursday.
“Due to a recent leveling-off of case counts and a decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations in the City, masks are strongly recommended, but are no longer required in public indoor settings, with the exception of healthcare and congregate settings,” Philadelphia Public Health said Friday.
“The Health Department strongly recommends residents & visitors wear a mask in indoor public settings, and get vaccinated and/or boosted if you’re eligible.”- READ MORE
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