New Jersey among states with highest numbers of flu cases in U.S.
Health officials say this is the worst flu season in 15 years. New Jersey has been hard hit since the new year started with about 20 flu deaths a week.
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Stahl received the prestigious Diamond Award from Temple University Hospital's Auxiliary for her "dedication to excellence, her professional and personal integrity, and her deep sense of compassion for others." The Pennsylvania Public Health Association honored her with its 2000 Media Award; the local chapter of the American Liver Foundation named Stahl its Media Professional of the Year and the Cardiovascular Institute presented her with its Leadership Award for "positively impacting the health of the Delaware Valley."
She is also involved with community and station efforts, including Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and Ronald McDonald House Charities. She serves on the board of the Children's Crisis Treatment Center and is a mentor with Women of Tomorrow at Carver High School.
Stahl and her husband, Jim, reside in Montgomery County outside of Philadelphia. They have a son, Matthew, who works in professional sports management.
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Health officials say this is the worst flu season in 15 years. New Jersey has been hard hit since the new year started with about 20 flu deaths a week.
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