John Kopp
John Kopp is the Chief Health Reporter/Assistant Editor at PhillyVoice. He joined the newsroom after spending five years reporting for the Delaware County Daily Times. He spent the prior year covering state and local politics, including a $4 million Pennsylvania state Senate race. He previously covered Chester city government, the Chester Upland School District and high-school sports. A Temple University graduate, John enjoys long-distance running, watching baseball and exploring new places.
April 4, 2019
Addiction
IBX Foundation expands campaign to reduce stigma of opioid addiction
The IBX Foundation is expanding its "Someone You Know" campaign, aimed at reducing the stigma of opioid addiction, to include a podcast and a support group.March 28, 2019
Health News
Temple Hospital first in nation to implant new valve into lungs of emphysema patient
The umbrella-like Spiration Valve System redirects airflow to healthy areas of the lungs, reducing shortness of breath.March 22, 2019
Illness
Mumps outbreak spreads to Drexel University, Abington Senior High School
A mumps outbreak continues to spread across the Philadelphia region, with Temple University being hit the hardest.March 21, 2019
Children's Health
The anti-vaccination movement is about more than autism
The beliefs of anti-vaxxers are shaped by a variety of factors. Understanding them could help prevent the anti-vaccination movement from growing, researchers hope.March 21, 2019
Illness
Expanding mumps outbreak likely just beginning, Temple health director says
Temple has advised all students to self-isolate, avoid travel and limit contact with other people if they begin to experience symptoms of the mumps. That can be challening on a campus where thousands live in close quarters.March 21, 2019
Illness
West Chester University student gets mumps after visiting Temple campus
The mumps outbreak at Temple has spread to West Chester University.March 18, 2019
Women's Health
Heart attacks can happen to young and fit women – as South Jersey mother learned
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is an emergency condition that can prompt heart attacks, cardiac arrest or sudden death. Known as SCAD, it primarily affects seemingly healthy women who do not display the common risk factors for heart disease. Know the symptoms.March 15, 2019
Healthy Eating
Are eggs healthy? New study warns against eating too many
Current dietary guidelines remove daily cholesterol limits. But new research suggests limiting the number of eggs you consume, linking them to increased rates of heart disease and death.March 14, 2019
Men's Health
Life expectancy among Philly's black men lower than any racial demographic
Philadelphia's African-American men and boys face many unique health challenges, including homicides, cardiovascular disease, cancer and drug overdoses.March 14, 2019
Children's Health
Delco gynecologist helps teens avoid relationship abuse, pregnancy
Rachael Polis, a pediatric and adolescent specialist, will begin writing occasional articles for PhillyVoice later this month, elaborating on the health issues she encounters during her day job. Earlier this year, she was named one of the state's "Top Physicians Under 40," by the Pennsylvania Medical Society.Just In
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