Kids with smartphones by age 12 at higher risk of health issues, study says
Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.
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Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.
Depression is becoming more common among younger adults and adolescents in the United States, but most are not getting therapy to help, according to a new report from the CDC. Experts say increased awareness has led to more people getting help for depression, and that the pandemic is also blamed for the growing numbers.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
A Philadelphia symposium held at Temple University offers support and tools to combat depression and suicide for first responders. Stephanie Stahl reports.
It's estimated about 50 million people struggle with mental health issues. While symptoms can range from mild to serious, doctors say it's important to know when it's time to get help.
Psychologists say listening to Taylor Swift's new 31-track album can be good for your mental health and emotional healing.
It has been one year since Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was discharged from Walter Reed Medical Center after checking himself in to be treated for depression. On CBS Mornings Wednesday, he shared an urgent message for anyone who is battling depression. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/3vLcbcP
Researchers are exploring new and innovative depression treatments. Stephanie Stahl reports.
This study found that stress and depression are more common in female heart attack patients with blocked arteries.
This research is looking at the most effective ways to identify people considering suicide and how best to prevent it.
The benefits? Some claim it can help cope with stress and anxiety, but now doctors say it can make matters worse.
Being chronically constipated may put you at a higher risk of cognitive decline, new research shows.
Depression in the U.S., a new report from the CDC says it's a major contributor to mortality, disability and economic costs. Stephanie Stahl reports with the state numbers on depression.
People close to Fetterman say his relaxed, comfortable style is a sign that he is making a robust recovery after six weeks of inpatient treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman is back to work for the first time since he was hospitalized for depression.
The Democrat was hospitalized for clinical depression for 6 weeks.
The Pennsylvania senator talks about his "downward spiral" that led to a diagnosis of major depression, how his health scare affected his family, and his reasons for feeling hopeful for the future.
The KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
Iran launches more missiles at Israel as 6 U.S. deaths are confirmed and Trump says he'll do "whatever it takes," for as long as it takes.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Tuesday morning due to a wintry mix moving through the area.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
The KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
Iran launches more missiles at Israel as 6 U.S. deaths are confirmed and Trump says he'll do "whatever it takes," for as long as it takes.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert Tuesday morning due to a wintry mix moving through the area.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
The KB Foundation is returning to South Africa — and for the first time, a cohort of young women will participate in its "LEAP" experience.
A large fire in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia has left 10 people injured.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington said the policy has his full support.
A fire in Bristol Borough has left one person dead Monday night, according to Bucks County dispatch.
Some Iranian-Americans in the Philadelphia area are sharing their perspectives on the United States' and Israel's war with Iran.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge has been closed to the public after it suffered major damage in last week's blizzard.
A minor is facing a murder charge after another juvenile was shot and killed in Lakewood, New Jersey, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A large fire that tore through several homes in Camden, New Jersey, left one person injured Saturday night, fire officials say.
Philadelphia police are "monitoring developments overseas" after the United States and Israel began military strikes in Iran.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
A nor'easter taking aim at Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware has prompted schools to announce closings and virtual learning days for Monday, Feb. 23.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
Camden County health officials said a New Jersey resident was placed in isolation after testing positive for active tuberculosis earlier this month.
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
The NICU team at Virtua Voorhees Hospital in New Jersey celebrated Baby Myla as she headed home Tuesday.
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.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras scored in a shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers extended their winning streak to three games with a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Neemias Queta scored a career-high 27 points and added 17 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics recover from a slow start and rally past the Philadelphia 76ers 114-98.
Former Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson is reportedly joining the Philadelphia Eagles' coaching staff.
Phillies top pitching prospect Andrew Painter had two perfect innings in his highly anticipated spring training start Sunday vs. the Yankees.
The combined efforts of Travis Konecny and Dan Vladar led the Flyers to victory over the Bruins.
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.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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.
Bill Kelly says a wintry mix that moves through the Philadelphia region on Tuesday could affect the morning commute. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city leaders were on hand to welcome nearly 30 new EMTs and paramedics to the Philadelphia Fire Department Monday night.
The fire started just after 6 p.m. on the 300 block of Dorrance Street in Bristol Borough.
The School Board approved the policy late last week after roughly 18 months of organizing by parents with Lift Every Voice Philly, an advocacy group that pushed for district-wide standards to protect students' basic needs during the school day.
People protested the war with Iran at Philadelphia City Hall Monday night.