Local doctor details cardiac arrest, predicts recovery process for Damar Hamlin
Dr. William Gray of Main Line Health is the System Chief for Cardiovascular Services and believes the 24-year-old suffered a rare cardiac event called commotio cordis.
Dr. William Gray of Main Line Health is the System Chief for Cardiovascular Services and believes the 24-year-old suffered a rare cardiac event called commotio cordis.
Blue for Damar Hamlin: Tributes pour in for injured Buffalo Bills player
From national monuments to profile pics, tributes are pouring in as Damar Hamlin remains hospitalized in critical condition.
From national monuments to profile pics, tributes are pouring in as Damar Hamlin remains hospitalized in critical condition.
The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now
The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
New Omicron subvariant becoming dominant COVID strain in U.S.
A new Omicron variant known as XBB.1.5 is reportedly spreading quickly nationwide as doctors say COVID-19 continues to evolve.
A new Omicron variant known as XBB.1.5 is reportedly spreading quickly nationwide as doctors say COVID-19 continues to evolve.
Poor hydration linked to early aging, chronic disease, and early death, study suggests
“The results suggest that proper hydration may slow down aging and prolong a disease-free life,” one of the study authors said the findings from the NIH.
“The results suggest that proper hydration may slow down aging and prolong a disease-free life,” one of the study authors said the findings from the NIH.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.
More countries imposing COVID rules on travelers from China
China is battling a nationwide outbreak of the coronavirus after abruptly easing restrictions that were in place for much of the pandemic.
China is battling a nationwide outbreak of the coronavirus after abruptly easing restrictions that were in place for much of the pandemic.
'You could save a life': Local Duquesne football player donating bone marrow to save a life
A college football player from Delaware County is giving the gift of life by donating bone marrow and he hopes to inspire others to do the same.
A college football player from Delaware County is giving the gift of life by donating bone marrow and he hopes to inspire others to do the same.
Local Duquesne football player donating bone marrow to save a life
A college football player from Delaware County is giving the gift of life by donating bone marrow and he hopes to inspire others to do the same.
A college football player from Delaware County is giving the gift of life by donating bone marrow and he hopes to inspire others to do the same.
Alzheimer’s drug approval ‘rife with irregularities,’ investigation finds
The FDA overruled its advisers in approving the drug, Aduhelm, despite a lack of proof that it met its promise of slowing patients' decline. A high cost and that lack of proof led Medicare to limit the use of the drug.
The FDA overruled its advisers in approving the drug, Aduhelm, despite a lack of proof that it met its promise of slowing patients' decline. A high cost and that lack of proof led Medicare to limit the use of the drug.
Rise in Strep A cases in children prompts new warning from CDC
The CDC has issued a new warning about a rise in severe cases of Strep A in children, the bacteria often leads to strep throat. Adding to the problem is the ongoing shortage of a common antibiotic used to treat the infection.
The CDC has issued a new warning about a rise in severe cases of Strep A in children, the bacteria often leads to strep throat. Adding to the problem is the ongoing shortage of a common antibiotic used to treat the infection.
Rise in Strep A cases in children prompts new warning from CDC
A new warning from the CDC about the rise in severe cases of Strep A in children, the bacteria often leads to strep throat. Adding to the problem is the ongoing shortage of a common antibiotic used to treat the infection.
A new warning from the CDC about the rise in severe cases of Strep A in children, the bacteria often leads to strep throat. Adding to the problem is the ongoing shortage of a common antibiotic used to treat the infection.
Can’t stop at just one potato chip? Blame your genes, study says
A new study out of Japan focused on a genetic mechanism that had a strong correlation to the suppression of overeating high-calorie foods.
A new study out of Japan focused on a genetic mechanism that had a strong correlation to the suppression of overeating high-calorie foods.
Dentists warn of dangerous DIY dental hacks going viral on TikTok
Individuals are looking to TikTok for at-home remedies for their dental concerns, which has some dentists worried about the potential long-terms effects of DIY dentistry.
Individuals are looking to TikTok for at-home remedies for their dental concerns, which has some dentists worried about the potential long-terms effects of DIY dentistry.
Health Watch: New Alzheimer's blood test could improve diagnosis
Dr. Mike joins Karen and Thomas on "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss today's top trending medical stories.
Dr. Mike joins Karen and Thomas on "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss today's top trending medical stories.
Company recalling blood pressure pills because of potential impurity presence
The potential presence of a nitrosamine impurity has prompted Lupin Pharmaceuticals to issue a recall of some blood pressure medication, per an announcement.
The potential presence of a nitrosamine impurity has prompted Lupin Pharmaceuticals to issue a recall of some blood pressure medication, per an announcement.
Local scientist working on antidepressants for women added to Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Dr. Briana Chen, who is working on antidepressants specifically for women, was added to the 2022 Forbes 30 Under 30 list. She joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss her research.
Dr. Briana Chen, who is working on antidepressants specifically for women, was added to the 2022 Forbes 30 Under 30 list. She joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss her research.
Local healthcare facilities see rise in wait times as 'tripledemic' continues to rage
Healthcare experts are anticipating an increase in cases of COVID and seasonal illnesses associated with the so-called ‘tripledemic’ as the holiday season brings family and friends together.
Healthcare experts are anticipating an increase in cases of COVID and seasonal illnesses associated with the so-called ‘tripledemic’ as the holiday season brings family and friends together.
Scientists find signs of Alzheimer's in dolphin brains
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.