Delaware lacrosse star returns for playoffs after mysterious jaw condition
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
New clinical trial finds CAR-T therapy could also help treat kidney failure
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Weight loss drugs could prevent breast cancer, early Penn research shows
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
Penn Medicine is preparing for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Philly
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
Delco teen helped test newly FDA approved needle-free insulin for kids
The FDA approved an inhaled needle-free insulin and a Delaware County teenager was part of the four year clinical trial.
Amid blood supply emergency, officials urge people to donate
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
Former Eagles cheerleader honored for helping husband with early-onset Alzheimer's
A former Eagles cheerleader is honored for her work as her husband's caregiver after his diagnosis with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.
Philadelphia woman uses adaptive technology after limb loss
A former flight attendant who lost her arms and legs during the COVID-19 battle in 2021 is using new technology to help make life easier.
Woman with rare lung disease determined to participate in Philly's Lung Force Walk
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
New technology at Jefferson Health "game changer" for people who are paralyzed
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.
Philly dental clinic shuts down, patients urged to get tested for HIV, hepatitis
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The machine that revolutionized open heart surgery was developed in Philly
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
Extreme heat, poor air quality in Philadelphia region creating dangerous mix
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Good vibrations? Jefferson using fruit flies to test way to improve sleep
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
A mobile stroke unit helped save this 21-year-old Pa. woman's life
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.