What's cupping therapy? Some Phillies players are undergoing the popular treatment
The Phillies didn't want to comment on their players, but doctors said cupping is a popular treatment, often used with massages or acupuncture.
Jefferson researchers score $1.3M Cancer Moonshot grant from President Biden
Hien Dang's team at Jefferson received a $1.3 million grant for "microbubble" research into treating deadly liver cancer.
Concerns grow about popular weight loss drugs promoted by social media influencers
New research says these drugs can cause serious, even deadly side effects.
New class from Barnes Foundation and UPenn shows a new twist in art therapy
It's through art that people can flourish or thrive. That's the focus of a new class from the Barnes Foundation and the University of Pennsylvania.
New research highlights the importance of diagnosing depression
This research is looking at the most effective ways to identify people considering suicide and how best to prevent it.
Doctors stumped on why there's a trend of younger people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
Research shows there's been a 50% increase in Parkinson's cases over five years, many patients are under age 50.
CDC proposes new type of morning after pill to protect from STIs
The morning after pill is usually associated with preventing pregnancy. Now, an antibiotic has been shown to reduce the risk for sexually transmitted infections.
South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
Meet the 2 UPenn scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine
These two hometown heroes are credited with helping to end the pandemic with the vaccine that came from their work.
Philly health officials urge vaccinations as COVID hospitalizations increase
The Philadelphia health commissioner hopes to avoid another tripledemic of flu, COVID and RSV, like what happened last winter.
Crisis therapy friends from Philly team up to help others get lifesaving therapy access
The two friends created Charlie Health, a virtual therapy platform that provides mental health counseling for teenagers and young adults.
Majority of dog owners see pet vaccinations as unsafe, ineffective, or unnecessary: study
A new study finds many dog owners are skeptical of having their pet vaccinated but experts said vaccines for dogs are safe, effective and necessary.
Norristown school helps fight food insecurity with a hydroponic garden
A Norristown school is helping fight local food insecurity with Green Bronx Machine hydroponic garden.
Bucks County family returns home after Mt. Kilimanjaro trip to raise awareness about ovarian cancer
The Hussey twins and their parents are back in Bensalem from the trip of a lifetime climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.
160 children die every year from nursery products, consumer report shows
A recent report shows nursey products contribute to 160 deaths every year, prompting renewed warnings about products.