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Scientists are studying zebrafish to learn about human illnesses and conditions including infertility and anxiety.
Gloucester County Department of Health confirmed a case of hepatitis A in a food handler at an Olive Garden in Deptford Thursday afternoon.
The Red Cross says there are a number of safety considerations people need to remember as crews clean up the aftermath of Tuesday night's storm in the Philadelphia area.
Experts say coping and cleaning up can be dangerous if you're not careful.
Having survived after a series of treatments, the sisters are now big advocates for screenings. It's about living beyond cancer and encouraging others to be proactive.
The Red Cross has declared a nationwide blood emergency because supplies are critically low.
Temple Health joins Cooper, Main Line Health, University of Pennsylvania Health System and Jefferson Health in requiring masks amid a surge in respiratory illnesses in the area.
Officials in Atlantic City said Sunday afternoon that water is now safe to drink.
The Philadelphia Health Department commissioner gave updates as the measles outbreak in the region continues to grow.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health confirms at least four cases of measles in the area and is warning the public about additional possible exposures.
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COVID and influenza cases are increasing dramatically in some parts of the Philadelphia region and hospitalizations are also rising.
Including a pet can help people stay accountable to their New Year's resolutions and healthy habits, research shows.
Over 10 Main Line Health facilities are requiring temporary masks starting Thursday, Jan. 4 due to the rise in respiratory infections across the Philadelphia region.
The Carter family is like many in the region — sick with respiratory infections.
The post-holiday surge of respiratory infections is growing and doctors expect it to get even worse in the next few weeks.
Flovent, a popular asthma inhaler, will no longer be available in pharmacies as of January 1, but will replaced by a generic product.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Pennsylvania Department of Health, and Jefferson Health want to warn the public of possible measles exposure at a building.
The holidays are an exciting time for kids playing with new toys, but some can be risky if adults aren't mindful.
This week, we got behind-the-scenes footage at USPS during the holiday season, Camden students explored new medical opportunities, the Adventure Aquarium's Christmas Underwater and much more.
Coca-Cola's recall impacts 12-pack cans of soda distributed in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida, the FDA said in a filing.
Sammy was part of a new study from Nemours Children's Health that found congenital abnormalities in babies born to mothers who used fentanyl.
CHOP pioneered a gene therapy that's already helping patients who have sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder.
A new study shows severe morning sickness may be linked to a certain hormone, and that could be used as a treatment.
The holidays can be hard for those grieving the loss of a loved one. An expert shares tips for coping during the holidays.
The 51st ODUNDE Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, spans 16 city blocks and draws food vendors, artists and entertainers from around the country.
Humidity creeps back into the picture on Sunday with highs in the low 90s, and storms developing this afternoon could produce damaging winds and power outages.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
Three Philadelphia officers are expected to be okay after being shot in the Wynnefield neighborhood while responding to reports that a car "had been shot up."
The 51st ODUNDE Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, spans 16 city blocks and draws food vendors, artists and entertainers from around the country.
Humidity creeps back into the picture on Sunday with highs in the low 90s, and storms developing this afternoon could produce damaging winds and power outages.
From outdoor block parties to VIP tables, here's a look at where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in and around Philadelphia this summer.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
The 51st ODUNDE Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, spans 16 city blocks and draws food vendors, artists and entertainers from around the country.
Fans transformed the Art Museum steps into a sea of yellow, blue and red where they waved flags, blew horns, rang cowbells and chanted in support of their national team.
Three Philadelphia officers are expected to be okay after being shot in the Wynnefield neighborhood while responding to reports that a car "had been shot up."
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
Collingswood's Pocket Park will fill with drag performances, local vendors, community speakers and live music for its fifth Annual Pride.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
A driver was hospitalized after a tree service and landscaping truck drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
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.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
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.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion and NBA Finals MVP.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
Ten of the 16 stadiums hosting Men's World Cup matches across North America are using Rutgers turfgrass, which is bred at a sprawling 300-acre research farm in Freehold.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
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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.
Three Philadelphia police officers are expected to be okay after being shot in the Wynnefield section of the city. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the officers were responding to a shooting incident when a man began "engaging" with officers and pulled out a gun as police tried to arrest him.
Michael Keating, who was blessed by Pope Francis during his 2015 visit to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families, has died at the age of 21. Keating, who had cerebral palsy, was laid to rest in Coatesville.
On this week's Pet Project, Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains how we know dogs know their own size and what it says about their behavior.
Sunday is the last day of the Philadelphia region's four-day heat wave as temps climb into the low-90s. Clouds increase through the day ahead of a strong cold front that will trigger strong to severe storms this evening and overnight.
It happened at N 54th and Arlington streets Saturday night.