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Testing revealed some lots of the Tydemy birth control tablets did not have enough of a key ingredient.
Last winter, RSV spread rapidly across the Delaware Valley.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill, allowing Americans to buy Opill, a daily oral contraceptive, without a prescription.
The FDA approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill. This means women and girls can buy contraceptive medication from the same aisle as aspirin and eyedrops. Kim Hudson spoke to women who say this is a much-needed change.
Opill, the progestin-only pill from drugmaker Perrigo, will provide an option for obtaining oral contraceptives without needing to first see a health care provider, in hopes of reducing barriers to access, according to the FDA's news release, which notes that almost half of the 6.1 million pregnancies in the U.S. each year are unintended.
PRIME faces scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
U.S. officials have granted full approval to a closely watched Alzheimer's drug for patients with early stages of the disease.
Leqembi is said to be the first medicine proven to slow Alzheimer’s, although it does have some serious side effects.
At least 10 Pennsylvanians die every day from a drug overdose, according to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths. Federal officials named it a "growing threat" in April.
The FDA has asked its advisers to discuss the specific strain to choose for the vaccine update but to vote only on whether the vaccine should target a single XBB strain.
Additional recall includes frozen strawberry products sold under a variety of brands at Costco, Walmart and HEB stores.
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
The agency said that blood donor eligibility will now be based on an individual's personal risks.
The product could be the first nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
Drugmaker HRA Pharma wants to sell birth control pills without a prescription.
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
Limits on how late into a pregnancy the drug can be taken, who can prescribe it and how it can be dispensed were set to take effect Saturday at 1 a.m.
Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement the Justice Department "strongly disagrees" with the decision from an appeals court.
The U.S. FDA on Wednesday approved the overdose-reversing drug to be sold without a prescription.
The decision means Narcan can be available at convenience and grocery stores, but its price isn't clear.
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
Xylazine is "increasingly present" in the nation's drug supply and has been found in overdose deaths from coast to coast.
The approach would mean Americans no longer have to keep track of how many shots they've received.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
The Zero Waste and Circular Economy Act would reduce the amount of waste sent to Chester for incineration but would not eliminate it.
Project Atlas, a proposed 1½ million-square-foot data center near a South Whitehall high school, faces fierce community backlash.
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
Authorities say they have identified dozens of people seen in videos found inside the so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood.
Authorities say they have identified dozens of people seen in videos found inside the so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
The Zero Waste and Circular Economy Act would reduce the amount of waste sent to Chester for incineration but would not eliminate it.
Project Atlas, a proposed 1½ million-square-foot data center near a South Whitehall high school, faces fierce community backlash.
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
The Zero Waste and Circular Economy Act would reduce the amount of waste sent to Chester for incineration but would not eliminate it.
Project Atlas, a proposed 1½ million-square-foot data center near a South Whitehall high school, faces fierce community backlash.
Authorities say they have identified dozens of people seen in videos found inside the so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood.
A woman is in custody and charged with setting a deadly fire in Southwest Philadelphia in February.
An armored police vehicle is outside a home in Pennsauken, Camden County, on Wednesday.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Lindenwold School 4 in Camden County, New Jersey, will be closed through Monday after a fire Tuesday night.
Police are increasing patrols and searching for more victims after two sexual assaults that occurred months apart in Mercer County.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
Philadelphia-area athletes tried out for the Delaware Blue Coats during open tryouts this weekend.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tie-breaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
The Philadelphia Phillies placed left-handed starter Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list Tuesday (retroactive to 9/12) with left shoulder inflammation.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Making waves in pro soccer at 16 years old, Cavan Sullivan scored on a back-heel flick in the first half, later adding another goal and an assist.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Lindenwold Elementary School 4 in Camden County, New Jersey, will be closed through Monday after a fire Tuesday night, the school district announced. Families will be able to pick up meals and Chromebooks for students at the school.
Setup is underway at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia for Ed Sheeran's concert on Saturday. Multiple opening acts have dropped out of the tour after the promoter said Macklemore can no longer be part of the show following his pro-Palestine comments in New Jersey.
Philadelphia police said in an update Wednesday that they have identified dozens of the women seen in videos and photos recovered from the home of Eugene Horsch and the late Raymond Horsch in Olney. Some of them are believed to be dead, and others remain missing, police said.
Wednesday night is on the warmer side, but it's another gorgeous night in the Philadelphia region. That could change Thursday, as more rain could be on the way. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
The American Association for Cancer Research says continued reductions in cancer research could be dire. One Delaware County woman who was part of the report says she's concerned. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story.