Doctors believe new medicines can slow progression of Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease has been linked to several factors, including aging, genetics, exposure to toxins and lifestyle choices.
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Alzheimer's disease has been linked to several factors, including aging, genetics, exposure to toxins and lifestyle choices.
New tests and new treatments are presenting more options for certain patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's numbers have increased to seven million people now living with the disease, according to new research from the Alzheimer's Association. Stephanie Stahl explains more about this new report.
According to a new study, cognitive decline will double by 2060 and impact about 1 million Americans a year.
A new study shows ambulance and taxi drivers are 56% less likely to die from Alzheimer's disease. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story.
Seniors who become victims of financial scams might be at risk for eventually developing Alzheimer's disease, according to new research.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother, who's now in the late stages of Alzheimer's disease, is helping millions of people support each other and share their struggles with the disease.
An Alzheimer's drug is helping a former doctor in South Jersey get extra time with her family.
Dr. Jonel Dershem, of Voorhees, New Jersey, started taking Leqembi when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. It's slowed the progression of the disease, she said.
The latest report from the Alzheimer's Association finds caregivers are facing increasing stress.
The Alzheimer's Foundation is offering scholarships to high school seniors affected by the disease or other dementia-related illnesses.
This week, two Air Force veterans are bonded forever after a kidney transplant at Penn, the team has coverage of election night, a newly installed rainbow crosswalk in Swarthmore was defaced and much more.
A tattoo reveal goes viral and is now helping raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and the walk that's coming up this Saturday.
Some private insurers in Pennsylvania are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer's patients.
Being chronically constipated may put you at a higher risk of cognitive decline, new research shows.
U.S. officials have granted full approval to a closely watched Alzheimer's drug for patients with early stages of the disease.
A doctor with Keystone Clinical Studies in Plymouth Meeting is testing the drug lecanemab in the AHEAD trial to determine if it can also prevent Alzheimer's. It's already approved to treat early-stage memory loss.
Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented? It's something millions of families are hoping will eventually be possible. Stephanie Stahl reports on a trial that might lead to a cure.
Alzheimer's advocates protest for access to drugs at a rally outside the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Thursday.
Shares of the pharmaceutical company jumped almost 5% after announcing promising results for donanemab.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
It's estimated 6.7 million Americans over the age of 65 are now living with Alzheimer's, a number that is projected to grow to nearly 13 million by 2050.
Researchers think the drug might be able to stop Alzheimer's before symptoms show up.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
Alexis Flores, accused of killing 5-year-old Iriana DeJesus in 2000, was arrested in Honduras by Transnational Anti-Gang Task Force, FBI Director Kash Patel said.
Xiaomin Fei pleaded guilty to the first-degree murder of Robert and Gretchen Ackerman, Northampton County DA Stephen Baratta said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
A Princeton patrolman ran nearly a mile through snow and rough terrain to rescue an injured ice skater.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order that bars federal immigration agents from launching or carrying out operations on state property.
Washington Township police say a man is wanted in connection with multiple incidents reported around the Washington Way Apartments in Blackwood, New Jersey.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett was laid to rest Wednesday, nearly one week after the 60-year-old died after falling into the icy Delaware River.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski has conceded the New Jersey special election to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's congressional seat.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive remains closed as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
Former Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo is heading to the Dolphins to become the team's passing game coordinator.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Snow will continue to melt around the Philadelphia area over the next week as high temperatures above freezing continue. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Alexis Flores, who is accused of killing 5-year-old Iriana DeJesus in Philadelphia in 2000, was arrested in Honduras this week, federal officials say. Iriana's family celebrated the capture.
Asher's Chocolate Co. started more than 130 years ago in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. Today, the fifth generation of the Asher family is helping run the company based out of Souderton, Montgomery County. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
Pennsylvania schools are required to teach cursive handwriting under a new law. Gov. Josh Shapiro announced on social media Wednesday that, using his "best cursive," he signed House Bill 17 into law.
CBS News Philadelphia's Krystle Rich catches up with Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean, who recently celebrated his 23rd birthday.