New Jersey doctor breaks down flu-like illnesses surging in Philadelphia area
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
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Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you can get the right kind of treatment as flu-like illnesses continue to surge in the Philadelphia region. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Experts say the holiday season is prime for contagious illnesses to spread in crowded places like malls, airports and holiday parties.
The season for respiratory viruses such as flu and RSV is starting. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl shares what you need to know to protect your family.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
It's payback time for all the holiday gatherings, and doctors say most of the respiratory infections are mild. But the CDC is now predicting hospitalizations could be as high as last year. Stephanie Stahl reports.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
The CDC's new recommendations for COVID-19 are now in line with the recommendations for flu and RSV.
Temple and the University of Pennsylvania health systems have added mask mandates, joining other hospitals in the region, amid a surge in respiratory illnesses.
The University of Pennsylvania Health Care System says as cases of influenza, RSV and COVID-19 continue to rise, they must ensure a safe environment for their patients.
COVID and influenza cases are increasing dramatically in some parts of the Philadelphia region and hospitalizations are also rising.
Philadelphia health officials are urging caution as respiratory infections continue to increase and Main Line Health started a new mask mandate Thursday.
The Carter family is like many in the region — sick with respiratory infections.
The new year has brought has a new surge of COVID-19, flu and RSV linked to holiday gatherings.
The post-holiday surge of respiratory infections is growing and doctors expect it to get even worse in the next few weeks.
Doctors are hoping to avoid another trifecta of infections with COVID-19, flu and RSV all happening at the same time.
RSV is spreading widely across the United States, and it’s spiking in the eastern part of Pennsylvania.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention said this two-week run up to Thanksgiving is the best time to get vaccinated for COVID, the flu and RSV.
The flu and COVID vaccines are recommended for everyone over six months. The RSV shot is for anyone over 60 years old and babies.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding surveillance of infectious diseases at some major airports.
The director said the timing for the vaccines is critical so people are protected before the holiday season.
Fall and winter are when highly contagious infections start spreading rapidly and there are a number of events in Philadelphia in the next week that could be super spreaders.
Fall and winter are when highly contagious infections start spreading rapidly. A number of upcoming events in Philadelphia could be super spreaders.
Saturday is dry and mild but Sunday's snow will likely really pick up during the afternoon and evening.
Superintendent Tony Watlington received mixed reactions to the district's plan that would close 20 schools.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
With so much attention lately on the site, CBS News Philadelphia went deep into our archives to see how the exhibit came to be.
Just as last month's snow melts away, Mother Nature is reminding the Jersey Shore that winter is not over yet.
Saturday is dry and mild but Sunday's snow will likely really pick up during the afternoon and evening.
Displays about slavery at the President's House in Old City were being restored nearly a month after they were removed by order of the Trump administration.
Superintendent Tony Watlington received mixed reactions to the district's plan that would close 20 schools.
At least five students and an adult were arrested after an alleged confrontation Friday during an anti-ICE protest in Quakertown.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Superintendent Tony Watlington received mixed reactions to the district's plan that would close 20 schools.
With so much attention lately on the site, CBS News Philadelphia went deep into our archives to see how the exhibit came to be.
At least five students and an adult were arrested after an alleged confrontation Friday during an anti-ICE protest in Quakertown.
Flames broke out in a "high-occupancy" building on the 400 block of Northampton Street, around 10 a.m., Friday
Media Mayor Joi Washington, the borough's first Black leader, says being a pioneer isn't easy.
Just as last month's snow melts away, Mother Nature is reminding the Jersey Shore that winter is not over yet.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection said more than 1,100 dead birds have been reported statewide between Saturday and Monday.
One child was taken to the hospital after a crash involving a school bus in Lindenwold, New Jersey, Thursday afternoon.
A New Jersey barbershop employee is facing charges after allegedly placing cameras in the shop's bathroom, police said.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
Wawa says these four bottled milk products could present a choking hazard and are being recalled as a precaution.
The long-ago first husband of first lady Jill Biden pleaded not guilty to charges that he killed his current wife in Delaware.
A fire that broke out at a wastewater treatment facility in Wilmington, Delaware, is under control after an explosion early Tuesday morning.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
With their fathers in mind, two female therapists founded Black Men Heal to help change the perception about caring for your mental health.
Sick and dying geese at Alcyon Lake in Pitman, New Jersey, had presumed cases of bird flu, officials said in a news release.
A Code Orange alert is in effect Wednesday, Feb. 18, for all of southeastern Pennsylvania due to poor air quality levels around the region.
A nationwide shortage of estrogen patches used for hormone replacement therapy has prompted many women to look for alternatives for treating symptoms of menopause.
Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia is the country's oldest hospital and will become a museum for the nation's 250th birthday in 2026.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
Malvern Prep sophomore Matt O'Neill is looking to win back-to-back National Prep titles, and his hustle started at an early age.
Jalen Johnson had 32 points and 10 rebounds, and CJ McCollum added 23 points as the Hawks beat the 76ers 117-107 on Thursday night in the teams' first game after the All-Star break.
The Philadelphia Catholic League basketball championships are set for a Sunday doubleheader at the Palestra.
Three figure skaters from Team USA competed in the women's individual free skate event at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.
Thousands of volunteers will help with the PGA Championship in Delaware County in May.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Bruce Springsteen is bringing the Land of Hope and Dreams tour to Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on May 8.
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Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
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.
A coastal storm that could "bomb out" and intensify when it arrives could drop 6-10 inches of snow around Philadelphia and even more at the Jersey Shore. Jan Carabeo has the latest headlines on how our region is preparing for the storm, and NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
Fire up the snow blowers, get the shovels out, check your tires, grab some food, etc. Saturday is dry and mild, Sunday’s snow will likely really pick up during the afternoon and evening. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
The City of Philadelphia honored Sixers legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving ahead of his 76th birthday.
The City of Philadelphia honored Sixers legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving ahead of his 76th birthday.
A town hall was held to address the Philadelphia School District's Facilities Master Plan — a plan that will close 20 schools in the city. Kerri Corrado reports.