Flu And Vaccine Myths Busted At Bio Life Sciences Conference
Folks at this year's Pennsylvania Bio Life Sciences Future conference at the downtown Sheraton in Philadelphia did a little myth busting in regard to the flu and vaccinations.
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Folks at this year's Pennsylvania Bio Life Sciences Future conference at the downtown Sheraton in Philadelphia did a little myth busting in regard to the flu and vaccinations.
Halloween can be seriously dangerous for the millions of children who have allergies. Many of them can't have Halloween candy. The Teal Pumpkin Project is making sure they don't get left out of the fun.
Christopher Molineaux, president and CEO of the Pennsylvania bio life sciences future conference, says the goal of the influenza panel discussion was to improve the vaccine rates and pandemic preparedness.
Distracted driving kills nine people every day and injures another 1,100, according to the CDC. Experts say it's a growing problem as more and more people turn to their phones and other technology while behind the wheel.
Wednesday morning, a South Jersey restaurant owner will undergo a kidney transplant to save his life. He's battled health issues for year, but his life will soon change thanks to a familiar face.
Move over coconut water, maple water is the newest healthy H-2-O on the market boasting all sort of benefits.
The World Health Organization classifies processed meat as carcinogenic to humans in the same category as cigarettes and red meat as probably carcinogenic to humans.
With autism numbers continuing to sky-rocket, advocates say a new sesame street character, just introduced is making a big impact.
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation recognized Anne Frank Elementary School.
Pastors, ministers and spiritual leaders from around the region get a course on how to properly support people fighting the disease.
From billions of insurance records comes the one doctor for you: that's the idea behind a new website that helps you search for a specialist and schedule services. Amino.com begins the free process by asking the condition or procedure for which you want to see a physician.
Marijuana use among U.S. adults doubled over a decade, rising to almost 10 percent or more than 22 million mostly recreational users, government surveys show.
The American Cancer Society has issued new guidelines on breast cancer screenings for women.
Billionaire media mogul Oprah Winfrey and Weight Watchers are teaming up. She has acquired a 10 percent stake in the diet company. Today's announcement quickly caused the stock price of Weight Watchers to soar.
Food allergies affect 1 in 13 children, and with trick-or-treating right around the corner, there's a movement, called the Teal Pumpkin Project, which aims to supply kids with safe treats.
Punxsutawney Phil makes his weather prediction at Gobbler's Knob on Groundhog Day, but it's not where he lives year-round.
Community members in Northeast Philadelphia will join local leaders for a memorial Saturday.
A big coastal storm delivers coastal flooding risk and very gusty winds to the shore points.
Joel Embiid scored 40 points to help the 76ers win just hours after Paul George was suspended for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.
Quinton Byfield's overtime winner lifts the Kings over the Flyers 3-2, extending Philadelphia's slide to four straight losses.
Punxsutawney Phil makes his weather prediction at Gobbler's Knob on Groundhog Day, but it's not where he lives year-round.
Joel Embiid scored 40 points to help the 76ers win just hours after Paul George was suspended for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.
After weeks of waiting and a weather delay, the Mummers String Band competition finally took the field Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia is marking one year since the tragic Northeast Philadelphia plane crash on Jan. 31, 2025.
Community members in Northeast Philadelphia will join local leaders for a memorial Saturday.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Thursday following the weekend snow.
A Delaware County man was arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, U.S. Marshals said Wednesday.
Despite a sunny sky, South Jersey residents continue to dig out of the snow.
These are the schools closing, opening late and moving to virtual learning on Wednesday following the weekend snow.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia area are seeing an increasing number of injuries related to the winter weather.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Joel Embiid scored 40 points to help the 76ers win just hours after Paul George was suspended for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.
Quinton Byfield's overtime winner lifts the Kings over the Flyers 3-2, extending Philadelphia's slide to four straight losses.
Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points, including the winning layup with 1.3 seconds remaining, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to edge the Sacramento Kings 113-111.
Fraser Minten and Casey Mittelstadt each had a goal and two assists and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Thursday night.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
From Alfa Romeo to Volvo, 27 brands are taking part in the largest Philadelphia Auto Show since before COVID-19.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A wreath is placed near the area where a medical jet crashed exactly one year ago in Northeast Philadelphia. Joe Holden reports.
Philadelphia has not had a temperature above freezing since 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, and our below-freezing stretch will continue through the weekend. Andrew Kozak reports.
After weeks of waiting and a weather delay, the Mummers String Band competition finally took the field Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field, giving performers and families a long-anticipated moment to celebrate a time-honored tradition. Eva Andersen reports.
Community members in Northeast Philadelphia gathered for a memorial honoring the victims and the neighborhood forever changed after last year's deadly medical plane crash. Joe Holden reports.
One year ago, six people aboard a medical jet and two people on the ground were killed when the plane crashed near Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia. Saturday evening, the city will remember the victims and celebrate the recovery from the tragedy. Ray Strickland reports.