New WHO study says there's not enough funds being spent on cancer care and treatment
To mark World Cancer Day this Sunday, a new study from the World Health Organization states the majority don't spend enough on cancer care and treatment.
New mobile hands-only CPR kiosk in North Philly aims for community to learn how to perform CPR
The North10 Lenfest Center in Hunting Park has a new mobile hands-only CPR kiosk that trains people how to help someone in cardiac arrest.
Parents concerned for children's safety as CDC warns doctors for measles as growing global threat
The CDC is warning doctors to be on the lookout for measles, which is a growing global health threat.
Troubling trend of diet stigma growing on social media, doctors say
When diet and exercise aren't enough, doctors say some people need medical treatments to lose weight and they're concerned about diet shaming.
Philadelphia chef inspires others with facial differences through cooking, fundraising
Chef Christopher Kearse, the owner of Forsythia in Old City, hasn't let facial differences stop him from chasing his dreams.
Mother speaks on what National Birth Defects Awareness Month means for her family
The March of Dimes says birth defects are the leading cause of infant death in the U.S. Those who survive face challenges but many lead long and happy lives.
Teaching Kitchen at Mass General Brigham prescribes patients food as medication
"Food is directly related to both the development and progression of chronic diseases," Dr. Mirsky said. "But it can also be used to prevent the progression and treat chronic diseases as well."
Delaware dentist uses artificial intelligence to accurately assess patients' pain
Artificial intelligence is a computer system that's a collection of millions of dental images that show different conditions. The AI software can in seconds compare and analyze new images.
NJ law expands health insurance coverage for LGBTQIA+ individuals for infertility treatments
New Jersey's new law will expand health insurance coverage for infertility services to now include LGBTQ+ individuals.
After Sarah Ferguson's diagnosis, doctors say breast cancer and melanoma could be linked
A Fox Chase Cancer Center doctor says there is a genetic connection between some types of breast cancer and melanoma.
Doctors share tips on how to stay safe in the snow to avoid long-term injuries
Slip and fall accidents are piling up around the region, luckily doctors are providing tips to avoid them.
Virtual reality helps Pennsylvania patient recover from severe burns
Virtual reality helped Emily Dorsheimer regain her strength after being in a medically induced coma.
One set of identical twins compares vegan diets as part of Stanford study
They were one set of 22 identical twins who Stanford researchers studied for eight weeks comparing vegan and omnivore diets.
These NJ parents got cancer in their 30s – and they're not alone
Cancer deaths are falling, but more people under 50 are being diagnosed, a new report shows.
New Jersey doctor warns about potential weather-related falls and hypothermia
Snowy and icy weather in the Philadelphia region could lead to slips, falls and even hypothermia. Two doctors are reminding people about the necessary precautions when going outside.