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Health commissioner Mary O'Dowd says the medical community is often prone to "siloing" when treating cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, stroke, and other conditions.
The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) is rewriting the insurance landscape but may still not bring equal results to patients.
For many people, the middle of winter brings on a bout with the blues. But the condition may be more widespread this season.
Reading food labels could soon be a lot easier.
With our continuing bitter blast, stress is mounting. People are aggravated and edgy. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has some help to beat the winter blues.
Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D-Union County), who chairs the state senate's Judiciary Committee, says the war on marijuana has gone nowhere and it just makes sense to make marijuana available legally to those over 21.
City Councilman Bill Green says Philly's 2006 smoking ban -- authored by then-Councilman Michael Nutter -- already needs to be updated.
In separate cases in Ridley Township, a 92-year-old woman and an 87-year-old man were found dead. A 67-year-old man was found in Swarthmore.
If you've been avoiding the sun in an effort to lower your risk of skin cancer, you might want to rethink that strategy.
The federal government is allowing the lowest-income families who are enrolled in Pennsylvania's health insurance program for children to keep their coverage through the end of the year.
Many people who are elderly or disabled aren't able to get out of their houses. They depend on the kindness of others. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on how one program is helping.
After nine hours of deliberation, the jury ruled against two former nurses at Phoenixville Hospital and awarded $32.8 million to Leslie Proffitt on behalf of her daughter, Lillian.
Our newest blast of snow and then arctic cold are expected to increase heart attacks. Being outside can be dangerous.
Older people who are happier and enjoy life show slower declines in physical function, according to new research. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more.
In one of the largest studies conducted on the long-term effects of alcohol consumption, it was concluded that heavy drinking may lead to a significant cognitive decline in middle-aged men but women's brains seemed to be protected against the negative effects, for reasons that are not completely clear.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the firefighters who responded to Ground Zero still carry the memories of what they saw and experienced there.
John Rodak was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center's South Tower on 9/11.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
Four former presidents are at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump is visiting the Pentagon.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the firefighters who responded to Ground Zero still carry the memories of what they saw and experienced there.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
Unless lawmakers intervene, skill game machines will be banned from most businesses in Pennsylvania starting Oct. 14.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, the firefighters who responded to Ground Zero still carry the memories of what they saw and experienced there.
John Rodak was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center's South Tower on 9/11.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
After a series of setbacks and challenges, the historic Reading Senior Center reopened Thursday on Ringold Street in Trenton.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
Andrew Painter allowed five runs in five innings, and the Phillies' comeback efforts fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Astros Tuesday.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, thousands of volunteers teamed up to give back to the Philadelphia community at Lincoln Financial Field. Nikki DeMentri reports.
The Pennsauken community came together to place nearly 3,000 American Flags around the 9/11 memorial. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Ceremonies at the Garden of Reflection in Lower Makefield will honor the 18 Bucks County residents killed in the Sept. 11 attacks. Brandon Goldner reports.
We improve by midday with some sunshine, lower humidity and highs around 80. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
Experts say the surge in diesel prices will likely to have ripple effects for consumers as businesses pass on their higher energy costs.