Wait Times Scans

'A worsening problem'

Wait times for imaging results have doubled in recent years

Eating the same foods may improve weight-loss results, Drexel researchers say

Repetitive diet weight loss

Children's Health

As RSV spreads at unusually high rates, Pa. and N.J. extend windows for infant immunizations

RSV Immunizations Antibodies

Wawa recalls lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch sold at Philly-area stores

Wawa drinks recall

Healthy lifestyle habits lead to longevity. But they require emotional inspiration and logistical willpower

Motivation Healthy Habits

Newly approved weight-loss pills could expand access to GLP-1s

weight loss pills 2

Philly's new homeless shelter offers case management and medical services to 'set people up for success'

Hope 220 Homeless Shelter

Yawning could help cool down the brain and strengthen social bonds

Lounging with a puzzle or book instead of binge-watching TV may decrease the risk of dementia

Puzzles reading dementia

'Male-enhancement' chocolates recalled, because they may be deadly when used with some medications

iLum Chocolate Recall

Children's Health

Common chemicals used in plastics linked to millions of premature births

Preterm Births Phthalates

Teens are driving the demand for online abortion pills via telehealth, new research shows

Medication Abortion Teens

HBO's 'The Pitt' nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care

HBO Pitt Cyberattack

Boil water advisory in effect in parts of Delco due to potential for contamination

Boil Water Advisory Delco

Children's Health

Certain ADHD medications may help protect children from developing psychosis later in life

ADHD Psychosis Medication

weight loss pills 2

Newly approved weight-loss pills could expand access to GLP-1s

Motivation Healthy Habits

Healthy lifestyle habits lead to longevity. But they require emotional inspiration and logistical...

Purchased - Shoes, fitness and person walking or hiking for outdoor exercise

Think you don’t have time to exercise? It may take less time than you think

Purchased - Man holding blue ribbon supporting colon cancer awareness

Colon cancer: Rising in young adults

Hope 220 Homeless Shelter

Philly's new homeless shelter offers case management and medical services to 'set people up for...

Yawning could help cool down the brain and strengthen social bonds

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