Hundreds turn out for Walk MS Philadelphia with the goal to find a cure

A sea of orange taking over the Philadelphia Museum of Art Saturday morning. Orange represents awareness for multiple sclerosis and hundreds were out for Walk MS Philadelphia.

Hundreds turn out for Walk MS Philadelphia
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A sea of orange taking over the Philadelphia Museum of Art Saturday morning. Orange represents awareness for multiple sclerosis and hundreds were out for Walk MS Philadelphia.

Rochelle Walensky, CDC director, submits resignation

Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is a good time to make a transition.

WHO says COVID-19 pandemic no longer global emergency

The announcement marks a symbolic end to a devastating pandemic that triggered lockdowns, upended economies globally, and killed over a million people worldwide.

The importance of early detection in fight against pancreatic cancer
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Dr. Ursina Teitelbaum of the Penn Pancreatic Cancer Research Center joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss the importance of early detection of pancreatic cancer.

1st vaccine for RSV approved by FDA

The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.

Hair relaxers may affect women's fertility, study suggests

Current and former use of chemical hair straighteners, greater frequency and duration of use, and scalp burns from the products were linked to lower chances of becoming pregnant, the study found.

How AI being used in Delaware is detecting breast cancer
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Dr. Jacqueline Holt joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss how artificial intelligence is being used to help early detection of breast cancer in Delaware.

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says

“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.

Study finds link between long naps and obesity, high blood pressure

A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.

US to end most federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates next week

The Biden administration will end the last remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week when the national public health emergency for the coronavirus ends.

FDA warns against using eye drops with amniotic fluid

Manufacturers are marketing eye drops with amniotic fluid -- a liquid that surrounds an unborn baby during pregnancy -- to treat conditions without federal approval, the FDA said.

What’s behind shortages of Adderall, Ozempic and other meds?

In recent months, unexpected demand spikes, manufacturing problems and tight ingredient supplies have contributed to shortages that stress patients, parents and doctors.

These are the worst drinks for your health, according to nutritionists

Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.