Monkeypox: What you should know as U.S. declares public health emergency
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
Ashton Kutcher reveals vasculitis diagnosis, says he couldn't walk, talk or hear
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Health Watch: Walking for just two minutes a day can improve health
A new medical study found that taking short walks after a meal can help moderate blood sugar levels. Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to explain.
A new medical study found that taking short walks after a meal can help moderate blood sugar levels. Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to explain.
Medical student dies during 102-mile bike ride for cancer research
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
China resort city goes into COVID-19 lockdown stranding thousands
There were 229 confirmed cases on Friday and an additional 129 on Saturday.
There were 229 confirmed cases on Friday and an additional 129 on Saturday.
Illinois daycare worker contracts monkeypox, children exposed
Even though health experts say the monkeypox virus is largely impacting a certain population, the grim reality is anyone can catch it.
Even though health experts say the monkeypox virus is largely impacting a certain population, the grim reality is anyone can catch it.
Bucks County spraying for West Nile virus in communities it's been found
Officials in Bucks County say they have started spraying for mosquitos in areas where colonies of West Nile Virus-carrying insects have been found.
Officials in Bucks County say they have started spraying for mosquitos in areas where colonies of West Nile Virus-carrying insects have been found.
Spain reports first deaths from acute hepatitis in children
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
'Definitely concerning': Philadelphia health officials call for more monkeypox vaccine doses
The monkeypox outbreak reached a concerning new threshold in the United States as the federal health regulators declared the virus a public health emergency.
The monkeypox outbreak reached a concerning new threshold in the United States as the federal health regulators declared the virus a public health emergency.
Monkeypox outbreak: Philadelphia health commissioner discusses case U.S. case spike
Dr. Cheryl Bettigole breaks down what you need to know about the monkeypox outbreak and the need for more vaccine doses.
Dr. Cheryl Bettigole breaks down what you need to know about the monkeypox outbreak and the need for more vaccine doses.
US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.
The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.
Polio New York: Case found in Rockland County
New York health officials have issued a health alert about a case of polio that has been discovered.
New York health officials have issued a health alert about a case of polio that has been discovered.
NUK glass baby bottles sold on Amazon recalled over high lead levels
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Doctors warn that medications can cause serious heat-related health issues
The extreme heat has taken over much of the Delaware Valley and doctors say that some common medications could make you more sensitive to the heat.
The extreme heat has taken over much of the Delaware Valley and doctors say that some common medications could make you more sensitive to the heat.
Gov. Carney signs multiple bills in support of mental health resources for schools, students
Delaware Governor John Carney signed into law three bills mental health advocates say are monumental and life changing for students heading back to school.
Delaware Governor John Carney signed into law three bills mental health advocates say are monumental and life changing for students heading back to school.
Eating ultra-processed food linked to faster cognitive decline in older adults, study says
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
Health Watch: What is paxlovid rebound?
The White House says President Biden suffered from paxlovid rebound after testing positive for COVID-19 a second time. Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss.
The White House says President Biden suffered from paxlovid rebound after testing positive for COVID-19 a second time. Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss.