New Jersey actor with autism stars in "Ezra," movie depicting boy with autism and his family
William Fitzgerald, who has autism spectrum disorder, plays a boy with autism in the movie "Ezra."
Penn scientists working on new bird flu vaccine amid growing concerns over virus mutation
With concerns growing about avian flu spreading, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are working on a new bird flu vaccine.
How a genetically compatible stem cell donor could be key to a Pennsylvania mother's future
Ethnic groups have genetic similarities which increases the odds of finding a stem cell match. It's a connection a 44-year-old Vivian Cheng Larsen is hoping to find.
Reminders about food safety in warm weather along Memorial Day weekend
Federal health officials are reminding everyone about food safety in warm weather as many are looking forward to fun and food outdoors this weekend during the unofficial start of summer.
Camden is using mobile testing – and bubbles – to get more kids tested for lead
In Camden, 14% of kids have elevated levels of lead. Efforts are underway to make testing quick and easy.
Philadelphia firefighters are overcoming mental health stigmas with new services
Firefighters say talking about emotions isn't something they're trained to do but the Philadelphia Fire Department is making that easier.
Nebraska woman's selfless act saves New Jersey veteran with kidney donation
On Friday, a grateful family from Cape May met the woman who donated a kidney not knowing who the recipient would be.
Special Delivery: Delaware County woman has her miracle baby at 43 after medical setbacks
A Delaware County woman finally has what doctors call a miracle baby. This coming Mother's Day is extra special with a journey that spanned nine years.
People with dementia are connecting with their care partners through art at the Barnes Foundation
Artz Philadelphia is designed for people living with dementia and their care partners.
New ACL implant brings hope to Philadelphia high school quarterback in recovery process
ACL injuries are common and often involve difficult surgery and a long recovery, but a new collagen implant is changing that.
CHOP helps restore vision in 2 children using experimental gene editing treatment
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
What is female athlete triad? Here's what to know about the often unrecognized, underdiagnosed condition
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankemeier is working to raise awareness.
Mother-daughter duo to participate in Broad Street Run in honor of late father
Cassie Donahue and her mom Jane are lacing up their sneakers for Sunday's Broad Street Run and it's all for a good cause. The duo is helping raise money for cancer research in honor of their late father and husband.
What is Bell's palsy, the medical condition Joel Embiid was diagnosed with?
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Butterfly mural unveiled in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood ahead of 20th annual Sandy Sprint
The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5k run/walk on Saturday.