Health: New Developments In Alzheimer's Research
Researchers have a good understanding of what causes this most extreme form of dementia, and now, in an exciting development, they are studying a possible way to stop it.
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Researchers have a good understanding of what causes this most extreme form of dementia, and now, in an exciting development, they are studying a possible way to stop it.
As many as five million Americans age 65 and older suffer with Alzheimer's disease. Now researchers are testing a drug that could be the first new treatment for the debilitating brain disease in years.
Julianne Moore, in an Oscar-nominated performance as an Alzheimer's victim, calibrates and reveals her decline subtly but unmistakably.
Tuesday remains the deadline to opt out of the NFL's settlement of concussion claims after a judge in Philadelphia denied an extension request.
Joyce Miller, 79, has reportedly been missing since Wednesday evening.
Saying "I love you" to mom on Mother's Day is a common occurrence, but showing her how much you love her every day isn't quite as common. But for one South Jersey woman, her love for her mother is expressed all year long.
Pennsylvania has more people suffering with Alzheimer's disease than most other states. And now Senator Toomey is calling for more research funding.
A startling number of women will be diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, compared to men, according to a new report. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on the numbers.
A simple at home test that can identify if you're at risk for Alzheimer's disease. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on how it works.
From a lifestyle standpoint there is now little doubt that exercise, a well-balanced diet and stress reduction can play a protective role as we age.
A new study suggests the number of people with Alzheimer's disease is projected to increase from 4.7 million in 2010 to as many as 15 million by 2050.
The proposed creation of a statewide panel on Alzheimer's disease has been approved by the state House of Representatives.
The cherished family moments are fading. Fifty-three-year-old Michael Ellenbogen struggles to remember important events with his only child, his beloved daughter Jamie.
The Obama administration today declared that Alzheimer's disease is one of the country's biggest health challenges and unveiled the first national Alzheimer's strategy.
Students from the Mastery-Shoemaker charter school peered at slides of mouse brain cells, and even got to hold a human brain.
Using a technique called optogenetics - the control of genetically modified brain cells using light - scientists might figure out ways to stimulate lost memory.
Improving brain function with light therapy. It's a breakthrough treatment being tested in Montgomery County, with some encouraging, early results. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the exclusive details.
The title describes not only the survival rate for spinal cancer but also the film's nervy blend of comedy and drama.
Scientists at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey say they developed a test that is more than 90 percent accurate in detecting the presence of Alzheimer's Disease.
According to researchers, if people reduced certain risk factors by as much as 10 percent, there could be a million fewer cases of Alzheimer's world wide.
Delaware County authorities have arrested a worker at a senior living facility in Haverford Township, in an alleged elder abuse case.
The number of Americans taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease is skyrocketing.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
Pottsgrove Manor, a headquarters for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is now home to colonial-era examples of resistance.
Chase Utley's Phillies Wall of Fame induction ceremony will take place before the club's Aug. 7 game against the Blue Jays.
After an early taste of summer in Philadelphia, temperatures are expected to drop more than 50 degrees.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says law enforcement is responding to an "active shooter situation" at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
After its kitchen was damaged in a fire last year, the former Westmont Diner in Haddon Township, New Jersey, is reopening with a new name.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
Pottsgrove Manor, a headquarters for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is now home to colonial-era examples of resistance.
Buying everything children need can be expensive, but there are ways to save by buying gently used items.
Dan Hilferty, CEO of Comcast Spectacor and governor of the Flyers, says being the grand marshal is one of the biggest honors of his life.
High gas prices and travel uncertainty are on the minds of many travelers as they try to book their vacations locally and overseas.
After its kitchen was damaged in a fire last year, the former Westmont Diner in Haddon Township, New Jersey, is reopening with a new name.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, on the job for a little over a month, called for major cuts during her first budget address Tuesday.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official 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.
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.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
SEPTA plans to create new bus routes and extend service on others in Philadelphia.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Chase Utley's Phillies Wall of Fame induction ceremony will take place before the club's Aug. 7 game against the Blue Jays.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team is heading to the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the first time in more than a decade.
It's a big summer for sports in Philadelphia, and one of the biggest events is the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.
Cam Payne scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, rookie VJ Edgecombe added 21 points in his return to the lineup and the 76ers rallied to beat the Grizzlies 139-129 on Tuesday night.
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history, and set records for most free throws taken and made on Tuesday.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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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.
Chase Utley will be inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame before Philadelphia's Aug. 7 game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park, the team announced Thursday.
Steve Serio, a three-time U.S. gold medalist in wheelchair basketball, and Staff Sgt. Rico Roman, a three-time gold medalist in sled hockey, are visiting Philadelphia this week participating in sports clinics in partnership with Toyota, the 76ers and Flyers and the Challenged Athletes Foundation. Natasha Brown chats with these two gold medalists live in our studio.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Meet Dan Hilferty, an influential businessman in Philadelphia, the governor of the Flyers and proud of his Irish heritage. This Sunday, Hilferty has a new title that he may be most proud of. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden has the story.