Aspartame sweetener used in Diet Coke, some chewing gum, may be deemed 'possibly carcinogenic': Report
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Aspartame – one of the most common artificial sweeteners in the world – is slated to be declared a possible carcinogen by the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research agency next month, according to a report.
Camden County declares Code Red for unhealthy air quality
A Code Red is declared in Camden County in light of air pollution from Canada wildfires.
A Code Red is declared in Camden County in light of air pollution from Canada wildfires.
RSV vaccine: Older Americans can get shot this fall after talking to doctor
RSV is a common cause of cold-like symptoms, but it can be dangerous for infants and the elderly.
RSV is a common cause of cold-like symptoms, but it can be dangerous for infants and the elderly.
New research finds connection between autism, gut microbiome
The study examines the role gut bacteria may play in the development of autism.
The study examines the role gut bacteria may play in the development of autism.
Former NFL quarterback Bernie Kosar sounds alarm on threat of brain injuries after 100+ concussions: 'Tragic'
Kosar said he's endured 40 surgeries and 15 seizures as a result of his injuries.
Kosar said he's endured 40 surgeries and 15 seizures as a result of his injuries.
Health Watch: Malaria resurfacing in the US
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss today's top health headlines, including Madonna's hospitalization and recent domestic malaria cases.
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss today's top health headlines, including Madonna's hospitalization and recent domestic malaria cases.
Uterine cancer deaths could soon outnumber ovarian cancer deaths, oncologist says: ‘We need to do better’
Learn the risk factors for the troubling 'upward trend' in uterine cancer deaths.
Learn the risk factors for the troubling 'upward trend' in uterine cancer deaths.
First AI-generated drug enters human clinical trials, targeting chronic lung disease patients
The drug is being tested to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a rare, progressive type of chronic lung disease.
The drug is being tested to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a rare, progressive type of chronic lung disease.
Code Red: Philadelphia city pools closed Thursday as unhealthy air quality continues in Pennsylvania
Officials say summer camps run by the City will move all activities indoors and all city pools will be closed.
Officials say summer camps run by the City will move all activities indoors and all city pools will be closed.
Code Red: Unhealthy air quality alert declared for all of Pennsylvania amid Canadian wildfires
Officials say the smoke from the Canadian wildfires will affect the air quality locally Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with some relief possible on Saturday.
Officials say the smoke from the Canadian wildfires will affect the air quality locally Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with some relief possible on Saturday.
Smoke from Canada wildfires increasing health risks in Black, poorer communities in US
The smoke is impacting air quality issues for poor and Black communities that already are more likely to live near polluting plants and in rental housing with mold.
The smoke is impacting air quality issues for poor and Black communities that already are more likely to live near polluting plants and in rental housing with mold.
Fungal meningitis outbreak linked to Mexico clinics kills 6
U.S. health officials say the death toll from an outbreak of fungal meningitis tied to surgical procedures in a city along the U.S.-Mexico border has risen to six.
U.S. health officials say the death toll from an outbreak of fungal meningitis tied to surgical procedures in a city along the U.S.-Mexico border has risen to six.
Thousands of unauthorized vapes pouring into US despite FDA crackdown
The number of different e-cigarette devices sold in the U.S. has nearly tripled to over 9,000, despite a three-year effort by the FDA to crack down on kid-friendly flavors.
The number of different e-cigarette devices sold in the U.S. has nearly tripled to over 9,000, despite a three-year effort by the FDA to crack down on kid-friendly flavors.
Chicago man has surgery overseas to become taller
People all over the world are enamored by a man who just returned from Turkey where he had surgery to grow from 5-feet-5-inches tall to 6-feet.
People all over the world are enamored by a man who just returned from Turkey where he had surgery to grow from 5-feet-5-inches tall to 6-feet.
Malaria cases in Texas and Florida are the first US spread since 2003, CDC says
There were four cases detected in Florida and one in Texas, according to a health alert issued Monday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
There were four cases detected in Florida and one in Texas, according to a health alert issued Monday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Fitness company wants to pay you $10,000 to walk 10K steps in a day
The “Chief Step Officer" will train for one month, giving them time to gradually work their way from zero to 10,000 steps in a day, the company said. Here’s how to apply.
The “Chief Step Officer" will train for one month, giving them time to gradually work their way from zero to 10,000 steps in a day, the company said. Here’s how to apply.
Study: Gas stoves can raise indoor levels of benzene to above what’s found in secondhand smoke
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
Frozen fruit bags sold at major grocers recalled over listeria concerns
More than a dozen brands of frozen fruit brands sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other stores have been recalled over listeria concerns.
More than a dozen brands of frozen fruit brands sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other stores have been recalled over listeria concerns.
Plant-based-meat advocacy group wants Macon Bacon to change name
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wrote to the president of the Georgia collegiate team urging him to change its name.
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wrote to the president of the Georgia collegiate team urging him to change its name.