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Sugar substitute xylitol linked to increased risk of stroke, heart attack, research shows
The sugar substitute xylitol has been linked to negative health effects including increased risk of heart and stroke, a new study shows.
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The sugar substitute xylitol has been linked to negative health effects including increased risk of heart and stroke, a new study shows.
A new observational study, meaning it does not prove causation, found xylitol, a common sugar substitute, may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
A young mother who lives in Schuylkill County is grateful to recognize Heart Month having survived a life-threatening episode of Broken Heart Syndrome.
A new study from drugmaker Novo Nordisk found that its weight-loss drug Wegovy can reduce the risk of heart problems in people without diabetes, which could change the way doctors treat certain heart patients.
Walkers made their way around the Sports Complex raising money for research. Their goal was $2.3 million, Ross DiMattei reports.
This study found that stress and depression are more common in female heart attack patients with blocked arteries.
Instead of relying on doctors analyzing testing and imaging, AI computes thousands of images and corresponding outcomes to predict future risks.
Denial is your biggest enemy when your body starts to tell you there is a problem.
A doctor says sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes, like Bronny James, is usually caused by an undiagnosed congenital heart defect and not an injury.
The excitement is building for the Eagles' nation with hearts racing, literally. Research shows rooting for a sports team can be a workout for your heart.
Supplements like fish oil and garlic may not help heart conditions, and might even be harmful, a study suggests.
Medical researchers affiliated with Dallas-based UT Southwestern Medical Center have unveiled a web page designed to "calculate" a person's risk level for heart attack or stroke.
The 47-year-old famed artist shared a Facebook post about his experience.
Sex and sudden cardiac arrest rarely happen together, according to preliminary research presented Sunday at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2017.
Breast implants may skew heart attack detection, resulting in a false diagnosis, according to new research.
Taking even over-the-counter doses of common painkillers known as NSAIDs -- nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs -- has been linked to an increased risk of heart attack in a new study.
Officials say the group teamed up Thursday to save a man's life who collapsed at Veterans Park in Hamilton, New Jersey.
He says a doctor who also was in the gym performed CPR on him.
Police say it happened in front of the Sands Casino.
Activity in the amygdala, a region of the brain associated with fear and stress, can predict your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to a study.
CBS' KNX 1070 Newsradio reports actress Carrie Fisher suffered a massive heart attack during a flight on Friday.
Rich discussed the VA Secretary's controversial comments, eating too little salt increasing health problems and long TSA waits. He also discussed Elijah Wood's account of pedophilia in Hollywood, the FDA continuing to push government control and corruption within the Democratic party.
The next time you visit the doctor, you might want to shake his or her hand.
Could the bacteria in your mouth be associated with heart risk?
The report found those who drank coffee had a lower risk of having calcium deposits in their coronoary arteries, which is one of the best predictors of heart disease.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
A 15-year-old is critically injured after they were shot in the head inside a North Philadelphia recording studio Friday afternoon, according to police.
Park Finder is a new app helping families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their child's needs as July marks a major milestone in the U.S.
In a letter to the community, the Haverford Township School District says it only learned about a fifth-grade teacher's alleged criminal actions after the second time he was arrested.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
A police officer and K-9 received minor injuries in a crash in Trenton on Thursday, police said.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
The Phillies on Friday sent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for outfielder Austin Hays.
Haddonfield beat perennial powerhouse Toms River, 9-5, in North Jersey to secure the championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded their best pass rusher to the New York Jets. Haason Reddick is now holding out for a new contract as training camp begins, and Bryce Huff is expected to replace that production.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agreed to an 8-year contract extension with an annual average value of $8.75 million.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Investigators believe these three suspects are responsible for 25 retail thefts, two robberies and $14,000 in stolen items.
A new app helps families find disability-friendly parks in Pennsylvania, celebrating 34 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
After a warm weekend, temperatures will drop down a few degrees come Monday as our NEXT Weather team tracks our next chance for showers.
The calls to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians continue to grow louder after recent crashes in the city. Now advocates are calling on Mayor Cherelle Parker to do more to improve safety but they say they're concerned.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.