Washing Raw Chicken Before Cooking Is An Unnecessary, Dangerous Step
The USDA advises us not to rinse off raw chicken or turkey in the sink before cooking, but nearly 90-percent of us do it anyway,
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The USDA advises us not to rinse off raw chicken or turkey in the sink before cooking, but nearly 90-percent of us do it anyway,
Ted Landis, a CPA in Colmar (Montgomery County), Pa., notes that incidentals can add up at college so it's important for you and your student to know who is going to pay the bills and where that money is coming from,
Tyler Arboretum in Media, Delaware County will hold its annual butterfly festival on August 24th. A highlight of the event will be monarch tagging.
International experts meeting in Philadelphia have just written a set of guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections encountered during joint replacement surgery.
For years doctors have said that breastfeeding can help prevent childhood obesity, allergies, and infections. Still, only a fraction of women follow breastfeeding guidelines.
Local researchers want to find out if helping mothers get healthy will also have a positive impact on their children.
Doctoral students will gain additional experience by offering outpatient therapy evaluation services to the community on a
New rules are now in place that could have some diabetics on Medicare searching for new testing suppliers.
Hundreds of seniors lined up at the Reading Terminal Market on Tuesday for free food vouchers.
Starting today, SEPTA is closing a key bridge that carries the Norristown high speed line.
Take care this holiday weekend to avoid serious eye issues.
Septa is closing the Bridgeport Viaduct, which is the bridge carrying the Norristown High Speed Line over the Schuylkill River between Norristown and Bridgeport.
Dr. Christopher Brady says eyes are subjected to many more hazards in the summertime.
Better be careful when squeezing that lime into your summer cocktail.
You can view and buy works from more than 40-legally blind adult artists at the Form in Art exhibition at Wills Eye Institute.
Angelina Jolie put a public face to the fact that a gene mutation can cause breast cancer, but gene mutations can cause other cancers, too.
A spokesman notes this is only for Peco customers who have not switched to other companies to be their energy supplier.
Dr. Daniel Eun, director of robotic urologic oncology and reconstruction at Temple University Hospital, says doctors can and sometimes do operate -- even remove kidneys -- through the belly button, making the scar almost invisible.
Emergency room doctors are the gatekeepers for cost in hospitals, according to a new survey.
A local transplant doctor is trying to raise awareness to the need for suitable lungs to save patient's lives.
A coalition of hospitals, insurance companies, and health care groups is creating the HealthShare Exchange of Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Just in time for the warmer weather, a local medical facility is offering free skin cancer screenings this week.
Every 40 seconds someone in the US has a stroke, according to government statistics.
C-Celia is a one of a kind life like manikin used to teach Drexel College of Medicine students to perform caesarean sections before seeing a real patient.
A run and walk near the Philadelphia Museum of Art will benefit the battle against the second most common type of blood cancer.
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
A Pennsylvania man died when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into another rider, police say.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
A Pennsylvania man died when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into another rider, police say.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Two men were hospitalized after being shot on West Westmoreland Street in Philadelphia, police say.
Nelson Contreras-Gelves' wife and employer are fighting to get him released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Seven New Jersey college students had to find a new place to live after heavy rain flooded their home near Rowan University this week.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
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
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.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
The Philadelphia Eagles' roster could change before the regular season opener vs. the Commanders, but here's who made the cut.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Pinch hitter Edmundo Sosa hit his first career grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Phillies roared back for a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
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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.
Andrew Kozak says the Philadelphia region could get some unsettled weather this week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
A shooting in Trenton, New Jersey, left two people dead and eight others wounded Sunday morning, according to officials.
Kelly's Seafood in the Bustelton neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia is closing after 68 years in business.
If your pet is a scaredy cat, you can help him develop into a confident cat. Animal advocate Carol Erickson shares expert-backed tips to help.
Sunday starts nice and dry for the Philadelphia area, but scattered showers are possible later in the day and throughout the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.