Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
DEA issues dire US warning of fentanyl mixed with flesh-eating 'tranq' drug
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Biden signs bill to declassify information on COVID-19 origins
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
COVID-19 pandemic expected to end this year 'as a public health emergency,' says World Health Organization
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
Philadelphia church hopes to help save moms' lives amid rising maternal mortality rate across city
On Saturday, organizations came together at Enon Tabernacle Church to in an effort to save local moms with a common theme of community and the sense of a village having each other's backs.
On Saturday, organizations came together at Enon Tabernacle Church to in an effort to save local moms with a common theme of community and the sense of a village having each other's backs.
Eye drops recall: Deadly bacteria outbreak linked to vision loss, removal of eyeballs
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
Rare tick-borne babesiosis disease on the rise in northeastern US, says CDC: Here's why
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
From greasy foods to ‘ice bowl challenge’: How to cure a hangover
FOX TV Stations does not condone hair of the dog as a cure for hangovers.
FOX TV Stations does not condone hair of the dog as a cure for hangovers.
New study cites Wuhan raccoon dogs as possible origin of COVID-19
The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.
The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.
How to spot the difference between colorectal cancer and IBS symptoms
Dr. Andrea Porpiglia, a surgical oncologist, joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to explain the differences between symptoms of colorectal cancer and IBS.
Dr. Andrea Porpiglia, a surgical oncologist, joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to explain the differences between symptoms of colorectal cancer and IBS.
Man accused of attacking flight attendant raises questions about security, mental health
A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.
A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.
COVID-19 pill Paxlovid moves closer to full FDA approval
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
Crozer Hospital says its restructuring with over 200 lay-offs
Crozer Hospital in Delaware County will lay off more than 200 employees amid what hospital leaders call "growing financial pressures on hospitals and health systems."
Crozer Hospital in Delaware County will lay off more than 200 employees amid what hospital leaders call "growing financial pressures on hospitals and health systems."
Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Best music for falling asleep? Both lullabies and BTS, study suggests
A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.
A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.
Health Watch: Bird flu outbreak causing seal deaths
Dr. Mike joins Karen & Mike on "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss seal deaths connected to bird flu.
Dr. Mike joins Karen & Mike on "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss seal deaths connected to bird flu.
Michael J. Fox says he doesn’t feel sorry for himself because of Parkinson’s disease: 'No regrets'
At the SXSW festival, the 'Back to the Future' actor showcased his documentary, "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie."
At the SXSW festival, the 'Back to the Future' actor showcased his documentary, "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie."
Produce pesticides: Report details the cleanest and dirtiest fruits, vegetables
Some of the fruit and vegetable testing showed traces of pesticides long since banned by the EPA, according to the report. Here’s what ranked as the "cleanest."
Some of the fruit and vegetable testing showed traces of pesticides long since banned by the EPA, according to the report. Here’s what ranked as the "cleanest."