WHO chief says "work not over" after evacuation of hantavirus-stricken ship
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
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The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
Baby foods may be less healthy than you think. Researchers at the George Institute for Global Health analyzed more than 650 commercially-produced infant and toddler foods. They didn't release product names. But they found nearly 60% of the foods, failed to meet nutritional standards set by the World Health Organization.
Researchers analyzed 651 commercially produced infant and toddler foods across 10 different grocery chains in the U.S., finding nearly 60% failed to meet nutritional standards.
Representatives from Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP have been independently reviewing New Jersey's COVID-19 response without any interference from the state since November 2022. Monday, March 11, 2024 marks four years since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 emergency a pandemic.
To mark World Cancer Day this Sunday, a new study from the World Health Organization states the majority don't spend enough on cancer care and treatment.
World leaders and health experts gathered at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos to discuss a hypothetical disease X pandemic.
The World Health Organization is weighing in on aspartame, an artificial sweetener used in thousands of food and drink products.
The World Health Organization says COVID-19 is no longer a global emergency but the coronavirus is here to stay.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
The World Health Organization declared an end to the global COVID-19 emergency, but said countries should not let down their guard.
The World Health Organization urged countries to adopt the new name for the disease, citing the "ongoing negative impact" of the original.
Anti-vaccination groups are being blamed for outbreaks of measles, which are growing.
The World Health Organization classifies processed meat as carcinogenic to humans in the same category as cigarettes and red meat as probably carcinogenic to humans.
Basically, if you're going to enjoy the sun, you need to be careful. Tens of thousands of people die each year from too much sun.
For several years now health officials have been issuing warnings about indoor tanning beds and it appears teens may be paying attention.
According to a new study, if we did this, we could avoid 1.65 million deaths related to high blood pressure.
The CDC and WHO claim they are hard at work tracking 100 people that may have come in contact with the deadly MERS virus.
According to WHO's first-ever global report on antibiotic resistance, antimicrobial resistance is no longer just a threat – it's happening in every region of the world, and it could pose a major public health risk.
The US Customs and Border Protection agency has been busy intercepting packages at Philadelphia International Airport over the last week.
While scientists have previously shown high sugar intake ups a person's risk of cardiovascular disease, the new study is the first to link sugar consumption to death.
As hundreds of thousands of refugees from the civil war in Syria are fleeing to Europe, the concern is they could bring polio with them.
Without smoke, e-cigarettes are potentially safer than cigarettes and could help smokers quit but the studies are just starting.
The World Health Organization recommends that women breastfeed for the first six months of life. But what do most women do?
You may not be able to wash your hands of this movie for quite a while.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering legislation that would make indoor tanning salons off-limits to young people.
Educators at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy say artificial intelligence is helping students build confidence, communication skills and digital literacy as the new school year begins.
Flash flooding is the greatest risk for impacts, along with frequent lightning and damaging winds as thunderstorms arrive this afternoon.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
Lionel Messi's first game at Subaru Park since 2023 drew another large crowd and offered fans a chance to see one of the greats.
The Phillies won a season-best sixth straight game and closed within 4 1/2 games of the first-place Braves in the NL East.
Educators at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy say artificial intelligence is helping students build confidence, communication skills and digital literacy as the new school year begins.
Flash flooding is the greatest risk for impacts, along with frequent lightning and damaging winds as thunderstorms arrive this afternoon.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
Lionel Messi's first game at Subaru Park since 2023 drew another large crowd and offered fans a chance to see one of the greats.
The Phillies won a season-best sixth straight game and closed within 4 1/2 games of the first-place Braves in the NL East.
Educators at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy say artificial intelligence is helping students build confidence, communication skills and digital literacy as the new school year begins.
Flash flooding is the greatest risk for impacts, along with frequent lightning and damaging winds as thunderstorms arrive this afternoon.
Detectives in Northeast Philadelphia are investigating an arson at the Walmart store on Roosevelt Boulevard.
Police in Philadelphia are looking for a man they say vandalized a statue outside of the city's Jewish museum.
Cheltenham School District has tapped Chris McGinley as its next superintendent.
Flash flooding is the greatest risk for impacts, along with frequent lightning and damaging winds as thunderstorms arrive this afternoon.
Families and small business owners say a beach replenishment project in Ocean City, New Jersey, has affected their routines this summer.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Camden educators visited families at home Wednesday to share resources ahead of the new school year.
While Tuesday will be hot, the humidity levels in the region will be lower, making for a good day to head to the pool or beach.
Flash flooding is the greatest risk for impacts, along with frequent lightning and damaging winds as thunderstorms arrive this afternoon.
Art DeRamus' girlfriend was hurt in the shooting while she was sleeping in the front bedroom of the home in New Castle County, Delaware.
While Tuesday will be hot, the humidity levels in the region will be lower, making for a good day to head to the pool or beach.
A 54-year-old woman was killed by an alleged drunken driver who ran a stop sign in New Castle, Delaware, Saturday night, police said.
A 6-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when an SUV struck them in Port Penn, Delaware, on Sunday, New Castle County Paramedics said.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
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
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.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Lionel Messi's first game at Subaru Park since 2023 drew another large crowd and offered fans a chance to see one of the greats.
The Phillies won a season-best sixth straight game and closed within 4 1/2 games of the first-place Braves in the NL East.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Bryston Stott's two-run single in the sixth inning helped the Phillies rally to beat the Marlins, 6-4, for their fifth straight win.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed defensive end Za'Darius Smith, the team said Tuesday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
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.
Artificial intelligence is becoming a bigger part of the classroom at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy in Philadelphia. Wakisha Bailey reports.
As the summer rapidly comes to a close, some Ocean City business owners fear this season may be a wash because of this massive beach replenishment project. Brandon Goldner reports.
Diner en Blanc returns to Philadelphia on Thursday with nearly 5,000 guests expected to attend the annual all white picnic.
A North Philadelphia rowhome could be demolished after it caught fire twice this week.
Stephen Schneider has been released on bail in deadly Barnegat Bay boat crash that killed tho children.