Tree branch impales South Jersey man through face and into brain
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
1st blind medical student to graduate in U.S. reflects on starting journey in Philly
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
2 measles cases confirmed in Lehigh County: "This is the worst it's ever been"
Measles cases have spread to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, as a big jump in outbreaks is happening in other parts of the state.
How a nonprofit is aiming to save fertility for young women diagnosed with cancer
The Chick Mission, a nonprofit, rolled into Montgomery County on Monday. It aims to save fertility for young women who have cancer by providing grants.
Baby becomes youngest CHOP patient to receive gene therapy treatment
A baby from Alaska became the youngest child at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to get gene therapy for metachromatic leukodystrophy.
Philly-area woman wins Fittest Adaptive Athlete on Earth Award at CrossFit Games
Lauren Taylor, who trains at the CrossFit King of Prussia gym, won the Fittest Adaptive Athlete on Earth Award at the CrossFit Games in California.
Delaware County launches mobile health clinic to offer measles vaccines
Delaware County health officials hope a mobile clinic will help get more residents vaccinated against measles.
Camp Rock helps children with limb differences face new challenges
The camp, hosted by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, is designed for children with differences affecting their hands, arms or legs.
42-acre park in N.J. helps people find wellness in art and nature
Three hundred installations at the Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton are combining the restorative powers of being outside with art.
Rittenhouse Square dentist flagged for unsanitary practices allowed to reopen
Dr. Kirti Chopra, who allegedly put patients at risk with unsanitary practices in her dental office, is allowed to reopen.
5th case of measles confirmed in Delaware as outbreak continues to grow
The five cases are all in Kent County among people who are not vaccinated and one is in the hospital, health officials said.
Air quality in Philly shows signs of improving; trash pickup to resume Saturday
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Palak Raval-Nelson says some forecasts say a return to Code Purple is possible Friday night.
Cyclosporiasis cases surge in Pa., N.J. as diarrhea-causing parasite sweeps nation
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Doctors sounding alarm about squishy toys social media trend
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
Tick season in Pa. comes with concern over rare but dangerous tick-borne illness
A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan can attack the central nervous system and lead to memory loss.