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As seasonal allergy symptoms hit residents of the Philadelphia region, a local doctor explains why allergy season is starting earlier than ever and how to cope.
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The North Texas man is being remembered across the world for his inspirational story of resilience, after living in an iron lung for more than 70 years after contracting polio.
A hearing is scheduled Thursday for a U.S. district judge to decide how the cases proceed. It's the beginning of what many say will probably be a long drawn-out legal fight.
Seniors said using VR improved their relationships and helped them feel more positive.
Virtual reality helped improve the lives of seniors, leading 80% of participants in a recent study to feel more positive. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the details.
A maternal health bill that passed in New Jersey this year ensures pregnant mothers have access to doulas in hospitals and birthing centers.
A survey from the Cleveland Clinic found 72 % of men would rather do household chores than see a doctor and only 50% of men even consider getting a physical. pancreatitis-vs-pancreatic-cancer
Ramon Garcia, a former medical assistant at Carbon Health Urgent Care in Jenkintown, is accused of impersonating a nurse and sexually assaulting two patients. Investigators believe there may be more victims.
Temple University Hospital is part of a new nationwide study of a drug to prevent or treat a rare heart condition that happens to pregnant women and new mothers. This study could help improve the high rate of pregnancy-related deaths among Black women in Philadelphia. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The South Jersey construction worker said it took years to figure out what was wrong. Wanting an alternative to medications, he decided to try deep brain stimulation.
The avian flu infecting humans is low right now, but as long as the avian flu is spreading to other animals, there's a risk it could spread to people.
The CDC says people who work closely with birds may be at higher risk of getting avian flu and should take precautions.
Dr. Theresa Pazionis is Temple University Hospital's first and only female spine surgeon.
The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
The measles outbreak in Philadelphia has ended but another virus is surging in the region. Plus, hospitals around the area welcomed babies born on Leap Day. These stories and more in this week's Health Watch from CBS News Philadelphia.
A family in Chester County pushed for the DOMinate Epilepsy Law that passed in Pennsylvania to train teachers how to recognize and respond to epileptic seizures.
In January, the FDA changed regulations to allow retail pharmacies to sell the drug mifepristone.
Virtua Voorhees Hospital had a Leap Day birthday party Thursday to welcome their little leapsters. They could set a new record.
The show called "Most Likely Not To..." was created by people with a rare disease and will be livestreaming on Thursday which is Rare Disease Day.
Like Amy Schumer, Marie Conley is speaking out about her health to help others.
Marie Conley is opening up about her experience being diagnosed with Cushing syndrome and why she's advocating for people with rare diseases. Amy Schumer has also discussed her experience with the rare disease.
As of late, the founder and CEO of Ko12 Kids School said fewer students have been coming through the doors.
You might have heard or possibly dealt with it: the stomach bug that is going around. More and more students and teachers have been calling out sick with the norovirus. Eva Anderson reports on how it's impacting schools.
According to health officials, 93% of Philadelphians are up-to-date on their measles vaccine so the outbreak didn't spread further.
Officials said the cause of the massive fire at SPS Technologies in Abington Township that took nearly a week to contain in February was ruled accidental.
Abrego Garcia's lawyers argued that travel to Moshannon is far more difficult for members of the defense team based in Nashville, and not easier for those in New York.
A spike in assaults where the victims were hit in the head has led to increased security on and around Penn's campus.
Lt. Col. George Hardy enlisted in the Air Force in 1944 and was the youngest Red Tail fighter pilot to fly a combat sortie over Europe.
Clouds thicken up during the day on Saturday, and highs will reach near 80 ahead of another round of rain Saturday night.
Officials said the cause of the massive fire at SPS Technologies in Abington Township that took nearly a week to contain in February was ruled accidental.
Abrego Garcia's lawyers argued that travel to Moshannon is far more difficult for members of the defense team based in Nashville, and not easier for those in New York.
A spike in assaults where the victims were hit in the head has led to increased security on and around Penn's campus.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Lt. Col. George Hardy enlisted in the Air Force in 1944 and was the youngest Red Tail fighter pilot to fly a combat sortie over Europe.
Officials said the cause of the massive fire at SPS Technologies in Abington Township that took nearly a week to contain in February was ruled accidental.
A spike in assaults where the victims were hit in the head has led to increased security on and around Penn's campus.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a man was shot at the Neshaminy State Park Marina in Bucks County on Friday afternoon.
A grassroots organization is at odds with the Fairmount Park Conservancy as the two continue to debate over what should happen to about 100 acres of green space at FDR Park.
Classes were canceled for a second day at Winslow Township Middle School in Camden County due to extensive water damage to the building.
Business owners in a New Jersey county are being warned to watch out for what police are calling phony movie money.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
The Delaware Ronald McDonald House is providing comfort for this family while their baby deals with a serious illness.
A 36-year-old man was killed in a shooting at a youth football game at Eden Park in Wilmington, Delaware, on Sunday.
A 4-month-old is dead after a driver who was allegedly fleeing from police in Wilmington crashed near I-95 Tuesday morning.
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
The Delaware Ronald McDonald House is providing comfort for this family while their baby deals with a serious illness.
Despite little evidence, President Trump linked the use of acetaminophen to autism at a White House briefing on Monday.
Nurses and other health care workers at Paoli Hospital say the service dogs help them decompress from a stressful job.
Investors and community leaders are looking for a health care system to take over the shuttered Taylor Hospital in Delaware County.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
In the wake of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closing, here are some options customers with unspent gift cards have.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closed all its locations Thursday, weeks after announcing the closure of 3 locations.
Rising costs and a lack of sponsors are to blame for the beloved Midtown Village Fall Festival not returning in Philadelphia this year.
In an exclusive interview, attorney George Bochetto now plans to file a lawsuit over SEPTA's recent fare increases.
An 81-year-old woman died in a wrong-way crash on Route 1 in Morrisville, Bucks County, on Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
A tanker truck overturned on Route 1 in Delaware County, causing thousands of gallons of heating oil to spill onto the roadway.
Road closures and detours for the Philadelphia Distance Run begin Sunday at 5 a.m.
Police said the car that initiated the crash in Philadelphia was involved in a carjacking two days ago on Torresdale Avenue.
Aaron Nola takes a perfect game into the sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
At a Sept. 10 Phillies game, 9-year-old Jameson Pennings got what he had always dreamed of: a foul ball. His parents thought he would cherish it forever. But forever only lasted four more innings.
Ahead of the PGA Championship returning in 2026, the Aronimink Golf Club honored 1962 winner Gary Player with "The Gary Player Lounge."
Sixers center Joel Embiid offered no timetable for his return from knee surgery but insists there's a "plan in place" to play.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
WXPX in West Philadelphia celebrated its 1,000th Free at Noon concert at World Live Café with legendary Philly band The Hooters.
Renowned Philadelphia chef and restaurant owner Jesse Ito is opening up his second restaurant in the City of Brotherly Love. Check out Dancerobot.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Laufey, AJR and Zara Larsson are probably the biggest names at Philly's 2025 iHeartRadio "Jingle Ball" at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A fire damaged a home on the 4800 block of North 15th Street just after 1 a.m. Saturday.
Ross DiMattei was feeling all zen after a trip across the super calm waters of the Delaware River this morning. More than a dozen boats are ready to face off in this year's Philadelphia Cup Regatta. He hears all about it from Director Laura Ness and Captain Chris Stock.
Clouds will fill in through the day Saturday before we see showers that intensify into the evening. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast and more on the fall foliage forecast.
The clock is ticking: Temple University Hospital workers say they are prepared for a possible strike if they cannot reach an agreement on a new contract. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Grant Gilmore.
Clouds thicken up during the day on Saturday ahead of another round of rain that will approach Saturday night into Sunday morning. Bill Kelly has the forecast.