Milk Bank asks for more donors as a new law grants coverage to infants in need of breast milk
Under a new Pennsylvania law, Medicaid will now cover donated breast milk for infants in need
Under a new Pennsylvania law, Medicaid will now cover donated breast milk for infants in need
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announces law granting Medicaid coverage for donated breast milk. Kim Hudson reports.
A Texas mom has gone viral on social media after her clever response to someone telling her to "cover up" while breastfeeding.
Dom discussed Rick Santorum and President Obama's thoughts towards Planned Parenthood, Major Garrett's controversial question to President Obama and the Iranian Deal. He also discussed Target becoming breastfeeding friendly, problems with Hillary Clinton and more. Dom spoke with Marwan Kreidie of United Voices of Philadelphia regarding immigration in Philadelphia at 10am and columnist J.D. Mullane spoke with Dom about the latest Planned Parenthood scandal at 11:30am.
A local hospital is getting assistance in its effort to spread the word on the benefits of breastfeeding.
It's based on a study from the University of Haifa in Israel which found that breastfeeding for 6 months or more was linked to almost a 20% lower risk of childhood leukemia.
The station is located in the corridor connecting terminals A and B, beyond the security checkpoints.
A new study takes a good look at the benefits of breastfeeding. It's in the journal Pediatrics, and it looked at 1,500 mothers and followed them and their infants up to six years later.
"Human milk can be the difference between life and death," says Dr. Diane Spatz, director of lactation at CHOP.
Chris talks to Chaka Fattah Jr about his indictment on Fraud Charges at 7:00, Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00, Phillies Manager Ryne Sandberg at 8:20, and welcomes in the Piazza Pet of the Week at 8:35.
A group of Philadelphia hospitals, that deliver babies, say they'll no longer give free formula to mothers when they leave area hospitals. 3 On Your Side Stephanie Stahl has the details.
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and area hospitals are kicking it off with a new initiative.
Baby-friendly programs are meant to encourage new mothers to breastfeed - and there are many good reasons - but it's not for everyone.
75% of all new moms try breastfeeding. Yet, only 13% ultimately maintain breastfeeding for the doctor-recommended 6-months duration. So, what happens?
For years doctors have said that breastfeeding can help prevent childhood obesity, allergies, and infections. Still, only a fraction of women follow breastfeeding guidelines.
New Jersey's Health Department wants hospitals to encourage new mothers to breastfeed.
I am often asked the question whether breast feeding is better than bottle feeding and my answer is that there is not an easy yes or no answer.
Doctors need to ask all women of childbearing age if they might be pregnant before prescribing medications. That's because some are safe during pregnancy but others are not.
Breastfeeding-friendly employers in Philadelphia were recognized on Thursday as part of Breastfeeding Awareness Week.
The World Health Organization recommends that women breastfeed for the first six months of life. But what do most women do?
Discover which Apple iPad models are best suited to college students.
A 76-year-old man was charged with shooting and killing his wife and adult daughter, the Chester County District Attorney's Office and Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
A student was hospitalized and two other students were arrested after two fights broke out at Abington High School in Montgomery County leading to a lockdown Friday afternoon, police said in a news release.
Got bees? Don't put up with all that buzzing and stinging; here are some easy ways to get rid of bees this spring.
A 76-year-old man was charged with shooting and killing his wife and adult daughter, the Chester County District Attorney's Office and Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2024 NFL draft with eight picks, with three in the first two rounds. Keep track of the Birds' draft picks here.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
A student was hospitalized and two other students were arrested after two fights broke out at Abington High School in Montgomery County leading to a lockdown Friday afternoon, police said in a news release.
A 76-year-old man was charged with shooting and killing his wife and adult daughter, the Chester County District Attorney's Office and Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
A student was hospitalized and two other students were arrested after two fights broke out at Abington High School in Montgomery County leading to a lockdown Friday afternoon, police said in a news release.
A Pottstown, Pennsylvania priest charged over $40,000 to a parish credit card related to gaming apps including virtual slot machines and Pokemon Go.
Jessica Kartalija, who anchors the evening newscasts at CBS News Philadelphia, was honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Opposition is growing in one Atlantic City neighborhood over possibly expanding the area where recreational marijuana businesses can open.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Camay Mitchell De Silva was killed at Delaware State University. Her family wants to make sure she's remembered for the life she lived.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
Camay De Silva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day and we've got everything you need to know about why and the risks of holding onto expired medications.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5k run/walk on Saturday.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
Lincoln Financial Field will host Round 15 of the AMA Supercross Championship, the first time supercross is returning to Philadelphia in 40 years.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2024 NFL draft with eight picks, with three in the first two rounds. Keep track of the Birds' draft picks here.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Play on Philly provides students with ambitious, high-quality music education at almost no cost.
The Iron Menace coaster at Dorney Park takes you 15 stories into the sky before a 95-degree drop tops out at speeds of 64 mph. We got a sneak peek and rode the brand new ride.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Earth Month is a chance to re-evaluate the role we play in protecting our planet. Now, one homegrown organization has developed unique programs to help you understand our rapidly changing climate. Tammie Souza reports.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
Stephanie Stahl talks to Dr. Leah Croll of Temple Health who explains what is Bell's palsy after Sixers center Joel Embiid revealed he was diagnosed after Thursday night's Game 3 victory against the New York Knicks.
"In this encampment, the mood has been incredible," Sophia Rosser said on Friday. "I already feel like, even though it hasn't been a full day yet, just the community that we're building, it's just really beautiful to see." Emma Herndon said the goal of the encampment is for the university to disclose its investments, divest from Israeli companies and defend the voices of Palestinian students.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrate their efforts raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania. Kim Hudson reports.