Historic study will investigate why Black women have higher cancer death rates
The American Cancer Society plans to enroll 100,000 Black women in Philadelphia and around the country for the study.
Hundreds attend CHOP's Prom for patients and families: "It's epic"
For the first time since the pandemic, hundreds were in attendance for at CHOP's atrium for its annual Joshua Kahan Fund Prom for patients and their families.
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto to undergo knee surgery; placed on 10-day IL
The Phils recalled Rafael Marchán from the Triple-A Lehigh Valley to fill Realmuto's spot on the team's 26-man roster. Marchán will serve as a backup to Garrett Stubbs.
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.