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At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
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At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
About 96% of union nurses at Jefferson Einstein Hospital in North Philadelphia say they are prepared to go on strike if they can't work out a new contract.
The head of Jefferson Health said staff worked all night to evacuate people from Jefferson Methodist Hospital after a power outage Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Saturday morning, the hospital reopened now that power is restored, Ray Strickland reports.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
Seconds count with strokes, and now, instead of waiting to get to a hospital for treatment, it can happen on the way. One young Bucks County woman says Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit saved her life.
The Krause family from Bensalem thanked the nurses and doctors who cared for their baby, Alton, during his long stay in the neonatal intensive care unit at Jefferson Abington Hospital in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Nurses at Jefferson Hospital say proposed changes to pediatric care could disproportionately impact low-income and immigrant families in North Philadelphia.
Jefferson Health is finding new ways to treat cluster headaches, which are described as being more painful than childbirth or being shot.
Babies in the NICU at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital celebrated their first Valentine's Day!
Scott Edgell said Jefferson's MossRehab Institute for Brain Health helped restore his life. He's now back at the center helping others.
Staff at a mobile testing van in Philadelphia can test people for prostate cancer and provide more information about the disease.
New videos featuring former NFL Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith and a mobile testing van powered by Jefferson Health in Philadelphia are both part of an effort to educate men about prostate cancer and the importance of early detection.
Jefferson Health is filling some job openings with a special free training program for Philadelphia high school students.
A free training program at Jefferson Health is preparing Philadelphia students for jobs in health care and in the Jefferson system.
A CBS News analysis of IRS data found some nonprofit hospitals in Philadelphia attempt to collect hundreds of millions of dollars a year from low-income patients.
A CBS News analysis of IRS data found some nonprofit hospitals in Philadelphia and across the country attempt to collect hundreds of millions of dollars a year from low-income patients.
A new program in Philadelphia is helping substance abuse patients transition out of the the hospital and continue their recovery journey.
The early stages of substance recovery can be difficult. The program acts as a safe bridge between the hospital and helps patients stay sober.
Patients use music and meditation to manage pain and anxiety in a new program at Moss-Magee Rehab in Philadelphia.
The first day of spring has arrived, and for some of us, that means the return of regular sneezing and coughing due to pollen allergies. Dr. Rob Danoff of Jefferson Health shares some tips to manage this allergy season.
Nearly 900 doctors at Jefferson Health have voted to unionize. The resident physicians and fellows are the fourth group of doctors in Pennsylvania to unionize. They are now part of the committee of interns and residents union. Leaders said they plan to secure a fair contract that prioritizes safe patient care and improved training.
Main Line Health said four babies were born at each of the system's four hospitals, all before 1 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2025.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
On Tuesday, the heat wave begins in the Philadelphia region, and even hotter days will follow for the rest of the week.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
On Tuesday, the heat wave begins in the Philadelphia region, and even hotter days will follow for the rest of the week.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man wanted in three shootings, including two deadly ones, in the city's Hunting Park neighborhood.
A home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, was reduced to rubble after an explosion on Highview Road on Monday.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
On Tuesday, the heat wave begins in the Philadelphia region, and even hotter days will follow for the rest of the week.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
Preparations are underway for Friday's parade in Philadelphia to mark America's 250th anniversary.
Philadelphia police are searching for a man wanted in three shootings, including two deadly ones, in the city's Hunting Park neighborhood.
One Pennsylvania church is opening its doors wider, creating a welcoming place for members of the LGBTQ+ community.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Aiden Logrande, 19, was arrested in connection with two vehicle arsons and multiple acts of criminal mischief in Washington Township, police said.
Police said a girl was shot and two boys were hit by a car after shots were fired outside a graduation party in Deerfield Township, Cumberland County.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
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.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring "Smokin'" Joe Frazier now stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The Phillies have three finalists for a starting job on the National League team: Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
A dangerous heat wave will begin in the Philadelphia region Tuesday. Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia police believe the same suspect is responsible for three shootings in Hunting Park, including two that were deadly.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill will have shortened hours on the Fourth of July in anticipation of rising temperatures.
Bells are an integral part of our nation's history. There's the Liberty Bell with its storied crack, of course. But the lesser-known bells at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City are even older.
The First Bank of the United States in Philadelphia will reopen to the public this week. It's been closed to the public since 1976.