CDC updates measles prevention guidelines for travelers
Measles, still prevalent in many countries, primarily spreads through international travel, often by unvaccinated Americans.
Measles, still prevalent in many countries, primarily spreads through international travel, often by unvaccinated Americans.
CDC dispatches team to Chicago as measles cases prompt concerns
As measles cases tick upward, the Chicago Department of Public Health, on Tuesday, confirmed three more cases of the disease at the city’s migrant shelter in Pilsen.
As measles cases tick upward, the Chicago Department of Public Health, on Tuesday, confirmed three more cases of the disease at the city’s migrant shelter in Pilsen.
Paul Alexander, who lived in iron lung for most of his life, has died at 78
Paul Alexander has lived in the chamber for 70 years, and he went on to become a lawyer and author.
Paul Alexander has lived in the chamber for 70 years, and he went on to become a lawyer and author.
Texas parental consent law for teen contraception doesn’t run afoul of federal program, court says
Tuesday’s decision upheld much of a ruling by U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk of Amarillo in a case filed by a Texas father who opposed Title X.
Tuesday’s decision upheld much of a ruling by U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk of Amarillo in a case filed by a Texas father who opposed Title X.
Expert says this is how long you should nap for
In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, a sleep expert offers insight into how long the ideal nap should be and the best time of day to take one.
In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, a sleep expert offers insight into how long the ideal nap should be and the best time of day to take one.
Single LSD dose provides lasting relief from anxiety, researchers find
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
Governor Murphy reacts to 910-page review of New Jersey’s COVID-19 pandemic response
Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement Monday reacting to a 910-page review of New Jersey’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement Monday reacting to a 910-page review of New Jersey’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
East Lansdowne healing event held for community to honor family killed in shooting, house fire
A community healing event was held in East Lansdowne, as neighbors are still coming to grips with the tragic shooting and fire that took the lives of one family.
A community healing event was held in East Lansdowne, as neighbors are still coming to grips with the tragic shooting and fire that took the lives of one family.
Camden County detective recovers from successful transplant surgery after stage 4 kidney disease diagnosis
A Camden County police detective in need of a kidney has a new chance at a healthy life after a transplant Saturday.
A Camden County police detective in need of a kidney has a new chance at a healthy life after a transplant Saturday.
Actor Gary Sinise recalls son's last days: 'He was happy at the end of his life'
In January, actor Gary Sinise lost his son, McCanna "Mac" Sinise, to cancer. He was 33.
In January, actor Gary Sinise lost his son, McCanna "Mac" Sinise, to cancer. He was 33.
Improving maternal mortality rates is goal as health officials, city leaders seek solutions
Philadelphia city leaders met with health professionals and community advocates in a public hearing to talk about ways to improve maternal mortality rates.
Philadelphia city leaders met with health professionals and community advocates in a public hearing to talk about ways to improve maternal mortality rates.
FDA approves Wegovy to reduce heart attack and stroke risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
Improving maternal mortality rates is goal of public hearing involving health officials
Philadelphia city leaders talked with health professionals and community advocates on ways to improve maternal mortality rates in public hearing.
Philadelphia city leaders talked with health professionals and community advocates on ways to improve maternal mortality rates in public hearing.
Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug delayed by FDA: ‘It was unexpected’
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
Daylight saving time: How springing forward could affect your health
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Melatonin warning: ER visits for children accidentally eating supplements spike
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.
Port Richmond man, 24, in desperate need of kidney donor
Symptoms of 24-year-old Kevin Flegler’s swollen foot led to him spending five days in the ICU before he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now, Fleger is in serious need of a kidney donor and needs your help.
Symptoms of 24-year-old Kevin Flegler’s swollen foot led to him spending five days in the ICU before he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now, Fleger is in serious need of a kidney donor and needs your help.
24-year-old in desperate need of a kidney donor
Symptoms of 24-year-old Kevin Flegler?s swollen foot led to him spending five days in the ICU before he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now, Fleger is in serious need of a kidney donor and needs your help.
Symptoms of 24-year-old Kevin Flegler?s swollen foot led to him spending five days in the ICU before he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now, Fleger is in serious need of a kidney donor and needs your help.
German man received 217 coronavirus vaccine shots over a 29-month period, study says
The individual from Magdeburg underwent the repeated jabs "deliberately and for private reasons" and against the recommendations of national health authorities, scientists say.
The individual from Magdeburg underwent the repeated jabs "deliberately and for private reasons" and against the recommendations of national health authorities, scientists say.