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Many Americans are unaware of the warning signs of eye disease that could blind them if not detected and treated.
Tollefson, who is diabetic, was taken by sheriff's deputies to Doylestown Hospital to be checked out.
Too many carbohydrates in the diet can increase the risk of people developing type 2, or adult onset, diabetes.
One of the largest diabetes awareness walks in the country took place this morning right here in Philadelphia.
Medical professionals in Bucks County say the film has a compelling message designed to get people to look at food labels and how much sugar they consume and make better choices when they go shopping.
We all know that many Americans go hungry every day and hunger can lead people to buy more inexpensive foods they know are not good for their health.
This past week results of a study were released which looked at the use of gastric surgical procedures to fight diabetes.
Women with diabetes may need patience to reduce leg pain according to a new study.
Those with better education live longer and are more productive.
A new study suggests that the sugars in the plant used to make tequila may offer health benefits to people who are overweight or have diabetes.
What medical expenses can you deduct, and when? There's been a change in tax law.
According to new research out of Mt. Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine, grilled and broiled meats have now been linked weight gain, diabetes and Alzheimer's disease.
If you have nerve damage caused by diabetes and high blood sugar, you're not alone. More than half the people with diabetes have diabetic neuropathy.
The idea that all of that monitoring could be going on passively, through a contact lens, is especially promising for the world's 382 million diabetics who need insulin and keep a close watch on their blood sugar.
A new report finds that adding an extra 2,000 steps to your day may lower your risk for heart attack and stroke by 8%.
If you suffer from diabetes or have a family member with the condition, please let them know about the importance of getting regular vision checks.
It is estimated that 8 to 12 million people in the US have peripheral artery disease, yet most people are not even certain of what peripheral artery disease is.
The estimated annual cost of obesity is $147 billion but the price on our overall health is even greater.
Could finger sticks to test blood sugar be a thing of the past? Researchers indicate the painful prick could be replaced some day by breathalyzers.
Americans are swallowing 22 teaspoons each day. A troubling statistic because women should be getting no more than six teaspoons a day, and men, nine.
The biggest step to prevent kidney problems for diabetics is to maintain good control of the blood sugar, but much can be done with a good diet as well.
Traveling can be fun but it is not without risk, especially for those with diabetes, the elderly or others who may have an underlying health concern.
I don't know if you have noticed but there is a new battle going on at fast food restaurants. It is a desire to make them healthier with their food choices.
According to new research, the adverse health effects of prolonged sitting are widespread – regardless of race, sex, socioeconomic status, medical history, diet and physical activity.
The goal of The Print Center in Philadelphia is to make people reflect and examine America's democracy.
Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia will open enrollment to students of all genders starting in 2027-2028, the school announced.
Crews are still searching for a 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood, New Jersey.
Here are the results for the Primary Day races in New Jersey.
Two men wounded in a shooting during then-presidential candidate Donald Trump's 2024 rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds are suing the United States.
Here are the results for the Primary Day races in New Jersey.
A.J. Brown broke his silence on his relationship with Jalen Hurts one day after the Eagles traded the star wide receiver to the Patriots.
A shooting in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has left a suspect dead and two officers wounded Tuesday, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said.
The goal of The Print Center in Philadelphia is to make people reflect and examine America's democracy.
Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia will open enrollment to students of all genders starting in 2027-2028, the school announced.
The goal of The Print Center in Philadelphia is to make people reflect and examine America's democracy.
Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia will open enrollment to students of all genders starting in 2027-2028, the school announced.
An appeals court will determine whether the National Park Service can change the exhibit or must fully restore the original display.
Philadelphia leaders, past and present, say they're ready for the FIFA World Cup and provided their safety plan on Tuesday.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
Crews are still searching for a 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood, New Jersey.
Here are the results for the Primary Day races in New Jersey.
Residents across Salem County are demanding answers after two police K9s suddenly died.
A shooting in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has left a suspect dead and two officers wounded Tuesday, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said.
Firefighters are working to put out a fire near the waterfront in Camden, New Jersey, Tuesday afternoon.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
More than 1,000 people turned out for the 12th annual Lung Force Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo.
The FDA approved an inhaled needle-free insulin and a Delaware County teenager was part of the four year clinical trial.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
SEPTA launched its first-ever digital real-time arrival display Wednesday at the bus stop at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue.
A.J. Brown broke his silence on his relationship with Jalen Hurts one day after the Eagles traded the star wide receiver to the Patriots.
Philadelphia leaders, past and present, say they're ready for the FIFA World Cup and provided their safety plan on Tuesday.
Freshly acquired New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown was all smiles Tuesday after his first practice with his new team.
Cristopher Sánchez has been on a remarkable streak, pitching 44 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
One art gallery in Philadelphia is starting a conversation about the state of American democracy by using printmaking.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday night.
Mayor Marty Small Sr. said the officers were serving a search warrant when they were shot.
A decision about whether the original slavery exhibit at the President's House Site in Old City must be restored is now in the hands of an appeals court.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is the sprawling vision of artist Isaiah Zagar and one of the city's most distinctive cultural spaces. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.