Teen taken off life support after second test determined no brain activity
A teen who was declared brain dead after an asthma attack last month has been taken off life support.
Teen born without limb donates hundreds of Barbies with prosthetic leg to children’s hospital
Chloe Newman arrived at the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Massachusetts this week with a van full of Barbies to be donated to patients.
White Cane Safety Day
Attempting to navigate Philadelphia's streets while visually impaired
Blood pressure risks can last long after childbirth
Each year about 3 million women in the U.S. experience preeclampsia, a blood pressure disorder that can surface during pregnancy, delivery, and even months after a woman gives birth.
Taco Bell pulls seasoned ground beef from select stores over possible metal shavings contamination
It has not been reported when the ground beef will return to stores.
Report: Pennsylvania ranks No. 9 in country for childhood obesity
Pennsylvania ranks ninth in the country for childhood obesity, according to a new nationwide report. The report looked at childhood obesity rates state-by-state among kids 10 to 17 years old. Delaware came in at 20th and New Jersey 22nd.
Officials warn of possible measles exposure in Allentown
Health officials are warning the public of possible measles exposure in the Allentown area.
Boy undergoing treatment for rare form of cancer asks for cards for 10th birthday
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
Adorable toddler dances with dad to celebrate 11 months cancer free
A 2-year-old leukemia survivor celebrated 11 months cancer free recently, with an adorable dance with his dad.
Students displaced by asbestos discovery head back to class at relocation sites
Students and faculty displaced by an asbestos discovery at two Center City schools will head back to class Monday at nearby relocation sites.
US vaping illnesses continue to rise, cause still a mystery
The number of vaping-related illnesses in the U.S. continues to rise, now reaching about 1,300 cases and at least 26 deaths.
FYI Doc:Too much exercise, vaping and sleep
Dr. Mike shares what you need to know about exercise, vaping and sleep
Concussion PSA compares youth football dangers to smoking
Everybody seems to be having fun when the kids in a new public service announcement are just playing football, until one boy is thrown to the ground and the background music turns ominous.
Philadelphia School District announces relocation plan for students displaced by asbestos discovery
The Philadelphia School District announced a student relocation plan Thursday after an asbestos infestation forced two Center City schools to close.
11-year-old leukemia survivor treated to shopping spree
A local department store surprised an 11-year-old cancer survivor with a shopping spree.
The Peyton Heart Project: Upper Moreland High School student spreads positivity to help others
As the bullying epidemic persists, tragic stories of the consequences are commonplace these days.
SmartCurve aims to make mammograms more comfortable
It's a test that can be filled with anxiety and sometimes pain. Now, doctors hope some new technology will make mammograms more comfortable.
Former NFL star DeAngelo Williams sponsors over 500 mammograms, honors mom who died of breast cancer
Former NFL Pittsburgh Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams’ foundation has sponsored more than 500 mammograms since 2015 to honor his mother who died of breast cancer.
Owning a dog could help you live longer, study suggests
A University of Toronto study published Tuesday found that dog ownership is associated with a lower risk of death over the long term.
Chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases hit new highs in the US
U.S. infections from three sexually transmitted diseases have risen for the fifth consecutive year.