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.
Medical teams prepare for heat emergencies as temps soar at FIFA Fan Festival
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in Philly region are preparing for patients with heat-related illnesses
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
"Dangerous heat wave" has Philly officials making plans to keep people safe
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
How dogs are helping aphasia patients improve their ability to speak
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Philly cancer survivor's story sheds light on racial disparities in new report
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Emergency calls for dogs eating cannabis products are increasing
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
Rutgers study connects GLP-1 medications, lower risk of violent behavior
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
How this N.J. healthcare clinic is empowering LGBTQ+ community
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
How ALSF helped a mother, daughter beat cancer: "For them, it was a home run"
The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation played a big role in helping a mother and daughter beat childhood cancer.
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.