Child survived nine months without a heart thanks to CHOP's surgical intervention
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
New radiation therapy in N.J. is showing promise in treating cancer in pets
Anu, a bulldog, has the most common form of canine skin cancer, and she underwent the new radiation therapy that uses radio gel.
More patients turn to medical marijuana for chronic pain relief
A growing number of people are turning to medical marijuana instead of opioids for pain control.
Genetic testing for breast cancer was a game-changer for this Montco woman
A growing number of people are getting genetic testing for breast cancer, which has become more comprehensive and cost-effective.
Pa. doctor wears 31 shades of pink to honor patients and raise awareness
A doctor in Allentown marks breast cancer awareness month with a growing collection of pink shoes — a tribute with a personal connection.
Neshaminy High School student dies after contracting meningitis, district says
A Neshaminy High School student has died after contracting meningitis, school district officials say.
Meet a volunteer who brings heart to Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia
Joe Selfridge is one of the volunteers who supports families at the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia.
N.J. lifeguard slowly regains movement with non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy
A South Jersey facility called Project Walk has this non-invasive spinal cord stimulation therapy that is helping a lifeguard who broke his neck.
Pa. boy back to playing sports after treatment for rare hip disorder at CHOP
After treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Landon Gallo is back to running and playing.
Pa. nonprofit empowers families impacted by substance abuse and addiction
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
Memphis Street Academy's health center focuses on student health and attendance
Students at Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond can get all kinds of health care without leaving school or waiting for a doctor's appointment.
Delaware State University coach returns after two year bout with Lyme disease
Symptoms of Lyme disease can range from fever, headaches, fatigue and occasionally serious heart complications.
Meet the Zumba instructor raising money for breast cancer research at Penn
Carol Fee, 74, decided to become a Zumba instructor after she was diagnosed with breast cancer 12 years ago.
Philly high school baseball coach raises awareness about male breast cancer
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro aims to protect vaccine access with executive order
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.