Diet Sodas May Be Tied To Stroke, Dementia Risk
Gulping down an artificially sweetened beverage not only may be associated with health risks for your body, but also possibly your brain, a new study suggests.
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Gulping down an artificially sweetened beverage not only may be associated with health risks for your body, but also possibly your brain, a new study suggests.
Wednesday was National Walking Day, an effort by the American Heart Association to bring attention to the importance of walking.
The lunchtime crowd at the Shops at Comcast Center in Center City were treated to a healthy cooking demonstration and free samples, as part of National Eating Healthy Day.
A new way to lower blood pressure might be on the horizon.
Landing one of the largest conventions in the nation is adding to the momentum that the Pennsylvania Convention Center is building.
Research shows that even one hour of exercise a week is better for your health than doing nothing. Add fruits and vegetables to your diet and you're on your way.
The two-day home run derby was born out of the sudden death of Hall of Fame outfielder and broadcaster Richie Ashburn.
Why is it important to have a National Walkng Day? "Well, because there are a lot of couch potatoes around," one woman said.
Stroke kills more women than men - it is the third leading cause of female death. But, according to the American Heart Association, less than half of women know the signs.
Are we a country that is relying too much on medications to help extend our lives? New guidelines recommend statin drugs for half the adult population.
One of the most widely prescribed and effective drugs in the war against heart disease is about to become even more popular, because of new recommendations by the nation's cardiologists.
But whether the new tax ever gets final approval remains unclear.
There are definite advantages to keeping your salt intake under control.
And, experts say, the point is to do it briskly and repeatedly.
Most people don't know that heart disease is the number one killer of women and high blood pressure left untreated increases the risk.
Angelo Cataldi donates $1580 to American Heart Association in honor of Richie Ashburn.
Pennsylvania's scholastic athletic coaches have some homework, meeting the guidelines of a just-implemented law on preventing sudden cardiac arrest.
Doctors will get together Monday to share ideas on how to get people to drink less soda and other sugary drinks.
"In the center of the chest to the beat of "Stayin Alive". That is the beat we need you to keep. Keep that beat until paramedics arrive."
For decades, doctors have linked gum disease to heart disease, but now an expert panel says there is no proof that one causes the other.
Men and women from the area put on their red and tied up their sneakers to participate in the Red Dress Dash in Center City.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Athletics 4-3 for their eighth straight win.
Memorial Day is about more than the beach, and the Philly area is hosting multiple events with a sense of remembrance befitting the holiday.
Despite a staffing shortage, Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara says he is determined to build trust between police and the community.
Police in Chester, Pennsylvania are investigating a shooting that killed a teenager and sent four people to local hospitals.
This MDW we're feeling cool air and a breeze with a mix of sun and clouds, plus an occasional brief shower.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Athletics 4-3 for their eighth straight win.
Memorial Day is about more than the beach, and the Philly area is hosting multiple events with a sense of remembrance befitting the holiday.
Despite a staffing shortage, Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara says he is determined to build trust between police and the community.
Staying in the city this weekend? We've got you covered. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this Memorial Day Weekend.
Police in Chester, Pennsylvania are investigating a shooting that killed a teenager and sent four people to local hospitals.
Memorial Day is about more than the beach, and the Philly area is hosting multiple events with a sense of remembrance befitting the holiday.
Police in Chester, Pennsylvania are investigating a shooting that killed a teenager and sent four people to local hospitals.
From the Jersey Shore to the Poconos, thousands of people were on the roads Friday in the Philadelphia-area.
A Delaware County community is paying tribute to those who put their lives on the line to protect our country ahead of Memorial Day.
Tyler State Park is closed until further notice as authorities search for a missing park resource ranger whose boat capsized in the Neshaminy Creek.
Starting next month, the Doo Wop Experience Museum in Wildwood will be open Thursday through Sunday until Labor Day weekend.
The iconic tram cars are moving, and families are once again filling the boardwalk, making memories at the beginning of a new season down the shore.
A family in Washington Township said they went through the proper channels before installing their pool, but were ordered to stop the project.
Staying in the city this weekend? We've got you covered. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this Memorial Day Weekend.
As Memorial Day approaches, Eugene Richardson reflects on his journey and legacy from Camden, New Jersey, to soaring the skies as a Tuskegee Airman.
Millions of people who receive public benefits in the Philadelphia area now have a way to protect those benefits from being stolen.
Thousands of chicks that were found abandoned in a postal service truck in Delaware have been adopted.
Don't expect summer-like weather for Memorial Day Weekend, but the weekend isn't a total loss in Philadelphia and New Jersey.
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A pair of systems will bring soaking rain, gusty winds and unseasonably cool temperatures to the Philadelphia area Wednesday.
A Philadelphia family is grieving the loss of their beloved Navy officer, who's now being remembered for giving the gift of life.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Two Philadelphia area patriots who lost legs in the line of duty are now finding new freedom with martial arts.
The Ben Franklin Bridge and the Philadelphia skyline turned the color teal Tuesday night in recognition of Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month.
Nerivio REN wearable, a noninvasive and drug-free device, is hoping to change the way to treat and prevent migraine headaches.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
A long time coming – that's what officials are saying about the prestigious Michelin Guide arriving in Philadelphia.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin will lend his copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the National Constitution Center.
Philadelphia is joining Michelin Guide's upcoming Northeast Cities edition, which highlights the best restaurants with stars.
What's the impact of a major PGA event in your backyard? Millions in hotel revenue, tourism officials say.
From the Jersey Shore to the Poconos, thousands of people were on the roads Friday in the Philadelphia-area.
A person was seriously injured after a dump truck lost control and crashed into their car before overturning on Route 422 East in Montgomery County, Friday morning.
The Memorial Day Weekend travel rush from Philadelphia to the Jersey Shore has begun. Here are the best times to be on the road.
New Jersey Transit riders said they are relieved the strike is over and rail travel has returned to normal.
The wait is over! Pennsylvania drivers can finally start ordering the commonwealth's newest license plate.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Athletics 4-3 for their eighth straight win.
The Gaudreau family is hosting a 5K run, walk and "family fun day" in Gloucester County to benefit a playground at a Westville school.
Two Philadelphia area patriots who lost legs in the line of duty are now finding new freedom with martial arts.
Ranger Suárez pitched into the seventh inning to outduel Germán Márquez, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Rockies 2-0 on Thursday.
J.T. Realmuto, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper hit home runs and the Phillies beat the Rockies 9-5 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.
The iconic tram cars are moving, and families are once again filling the boardwalk, making memories at the beginning of a new season down the shore.
Maxwell is now replacing D'Angelo as a headliner for the Roots Picnic 2025 on Saturday, May 31.
Staying in the city this weekend? We've got you covered. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this Memorial Day Weekend.
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Kid Cudi, whose real name is Scott Mescudi, testified in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial about his relationship with Cassie Ventura.
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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.
New at Hersheypark is Twizzlers Twisted Gravity, a ride where guests sit in two gondolas and get swung up to 137 feet at 68 mph.
The Veterans Affairs Medical Center held a community cleanup and flag placement Saturday at the Philadelphia National Cemetery in West Oak Lane. Ross DiMattei reports.
From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore the Philadelphia region is cooler than average for Memorial Day Weekend. Tammie Souza has the full NEXT Weather forecast.
A Ring camera captured the sound of multiple gunshots in Chester, Pennsylvania on Friday night. The shooting sent three victims to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, but we're waiting to hear from authorities on their conditions. Jan Carabeo has your morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
A rally was held in response to the mixed verdict against former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial. The event was organized by the Party for Socialism and Liberation outside the criminal justice center. Dial was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment but not guilty of murder in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop in August 2023.