RFK Jr.'s next target: Ingestible fluoride products for kids
The FDA will review ingestible fluoride products used by children, urging companies to remove them from the market over safety concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Crozer Health employees attend Delaware Co. job fair
A job fair was held in Delaware County aimed at connecting thousands of workers impacted by the Crozer Health bankruptcy and eventual closure to new careers.
Zepbound vs. Wegovy: Here's which weight loss drug worked best in first trial
The popular weight loss medications produced different results in patients who participated in a trial, and here’s what researchers found.
US life expectancy rates are lower for this US region, study finds
Researchers found significant disparities in life expectancy rates nationwide in these areas during the past century.
House GOP unveils spending bill that includes massive Medicaid cuts
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
Screwworm threat forces US to halt cattle imports from Mexico: What to know
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
Fiji added to CDC’s travel alert after surge in dengue fever cases
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
FDA issues health alert over contaminated tattoo ink
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
Controversial bill limiting mobile medical services in Kensington creates heated debate in City Council
Philadelphia passes a bill placing limits on the treatment of opioid users in the troubled Kensington section of the city.
Protests, supporters turn out over City Council bill limiting mobile medical services in Kensington
A controversial City Council bill has passed to limit mobile medical and outreach services in Kensington.
Measles outbreak spreads to 11th state: The latest
Measles outbreaks have hit 11 U.S. states, with cases now exceeding 900. Here’s what we know.
Combo flu and COVID-19 shot shows promise in new Moderna study
Researchers found that the combination shot had a stronger immune response against COVID-19 and flu strains.
Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
6-state salmonella outbreak blamed on backyard chickens
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
Cigarette smoking has declined sharply in US: Here are the numbers, according to research
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.
Walk MS draws thousands to the Parkway to find a cure for multiple sclerosis
Raising awareness and funds for a cure for multiple sclerosis was the goal of thousands of walkers on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Saturday as they participated in the annual Walk MS.
Walk MS draws thousands to raise awareness, find a cure
The annual Walk MS was held Saturday, as thousands turned out to support, raise awareness and raise funds to find a cure for multiple sclerosis.
Crozer-Chester Medical Center is now closed as county secures funding for ambulance coverage
The Crozer-Chester Medical Center of Delaware County reached what its owner said would be its last day Friday as the last of its patients were being placed in other hospitals and local officials try to fill gaps in ambulance coverage.