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Alexis Rodriguez survived cancer but is now fighting a serious infection at Penn Medicine. She and her family are hoping for a miracle.
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Alexis Rodriguez survived cancer but is now fighting a serious infection at Penn Medicine. She and her family are hoping for a miracle.
Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park will soon stop performing surgeries, Crozer Health confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia on Wednesday.
A Harrisburg mom on TikTok is raising awareness about lung cancer by sharing her journey to empower others.
Prospect Medical Holdings announced a plan to sell Crozer Health to CHA Partners. Crozer Health operates hospitals in Delaware County including Crozer-Chester, Taylor, Springfield and Delaware County Memorial Hospital. Financial issues have forced Crozer to cut staff and services over the past couple of years. CHA will transition Crozer Health's hospitals back to nonprofit status. Ownership will be transferred over the next several months as the deal undergoes regulatory reviews.
A South Jersey man with a heart condition aims to complete 2,000 muscle-ups in 24 hours to break the Guinness World Record.
This program focuses on the special needs of boys, finding new ways to deal with the epidemic of teenagers struggling with mental health issues and helping them before they cause trouble in the community. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The New Jersey Department of Health has issued says there are high levels of harmful algal blooms or HABs in several of the state's swimming areas.
Hundreds of bikers rode in on Broad Street to spread a bit of Christmas cheer this summer for the Philadelphia Centurion's annual Toy Run for Shriners Children's Hospital.
Cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, are on the rise, and the illness can be dangerous. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl spoke to a South Jersey family about their experience with the sickness.
Colorectal cancer is a leading cancer killer, but that could change if more people were screened. Doctors say at-home testing can help, and research shows the fecal immunochemical test, known as FIT, is effective.
A new mobile health unit in Pennsylvania provides health care for cats, dogs and people. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the details.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
AI bots like Google AI have given incorrect information, with the results ranging from humorous to potentially dangerous.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm made by the team at Widener University.
Philadelphia is under an air quality alert, which means everyone should be limiting time spent outside. A doctor shares advice for staying safe and healthy at this time.
A teenage scoliosis patient reunites with the Philadelphia doctor who restored her mobility through a pioneering surgery.
A Massachusetts man has regained his voice after surgeons removed his cancerous larynx and, in a pioneering move, replaced it with a donated one. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story.
President Biden has had three physicals, including three neurological exams, since taking office, the White House says.
20-year-old Onyi Kenine is winning more medals at this years transplant games in Alabama. Stephanie Stahl reports.
From heart disease monitoring to post-surgery recovery, here's why some doctors are recommending the use of smart wearables like the Apple watch.
The anti-sunscreen movement is spreading misinformation online, and some younger adults are questioning sun safety.
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.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
Aaron Nola takes a perfect game into the sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
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.
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.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
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.
WXPX in West Philadelphia celebrated its 1,000th Free at Noon concert at World Live Café with legendary Philly band The Hooters.
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.
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.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
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.
CBS News Philadelphia hosted a welcome reception for the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists' inaugural Emerging Media Diversity Convention. Award-winning CBS News anchor Errol Barnett was the keynote speaker. We appreciate everyone who joined us. To all, keep making a difference for so many. The future is now.
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.