As pandemic unfolded, deaths of older adults in Pennsylvania rose steeply in abuse or neglect cases
Pennsylvania recorded a steep increase in the deaths of older adults following an abuse or neglect complaint the last few years, as COVID-19 ravaged the nation, complaints grew and agencies struggled to keep caseworkers on staff.
Pennsylvania recorded a steep increase in the deaths of older adults following an abuse or neglect complaint the last few years, as COVID-19 ravaged the nation, complaints grew and agencies struggled to keep caseworkers on staff.
Millions of Americans can't obtain promising new weight loss drugs because Medicare won't pay
Obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound are capturing the attention of celebrities and showing promising results in helping people shed pounds.
Obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound are capturing the attention of celebrities and showing promising results in helping people shed pounds.
Asthma inhaler to be discontinued in January – here's what patients should know
Manufacturer GSK announced earlier this year that it’s discontinuing its branded inhaler Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus on Dec. 31, and introduced “authorized" generic versions.
Manufacturer GSK announced earlier this year that it’s discontinuing its branded inhaler Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus on Dec. 31, and introduced “authorized" generic versions.
Nurses at 2 hospitals go back to work despite no new contract negotiations
There is still no deal after nurses at two hospitals decided to go on strike last week. No negotiations are on the table, but the nurses have decided to back to work.
There is still no deal after nurses at two hospitals decided to go on strike last week. No negotiations are on the table, but the nurses have decided to back to work.
Negotiations stalemate continues though nurses go back to work
There is still no deal after nurses at two hospitals decided to go on strike last week. No negotiations are on the table, but the nurses have decided to back to work.
There is still no deal after nurses at two hospitals decided to go on strike last week. No negotiations are on the table, but the nurses have decided to back to work.
Wildfires may release cancer-causing chromium 6, study reveals
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
A recent study from Stanford University has revealed a concerning connection between wildfires and the release of chromium 6, a known cancer-causing agent.
Comedian Tom Smothers, half of Smothers Brothers duo, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.
Pets can help slow dementia progress among those over age 50 who live alone, study says
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
700 Airbus employees get sick after gourmet Christmas dinner party in France: ‘Worse than giving birth'
Dinner included lobster, scallops, gone gars, and tournedos, which included desserts of hazelnut chocolate mousse and ice-cream logs.
Dinner included lobster, scallops, gone gars, and tournedos, which included desserts of hazelnut chocolate mousse and ice-cream logs.
Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs present holiday challenges
Celebs and everyday folks are using Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss.
Celebs and everyday folks are using Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss.
Battling Stage IV breast cancer, Glen Mills woman receives community surprise
A Delaware County woman battling Stage IV breast cancer and her family are headed on a trip of a lifetime, thanks to local volunteers.
A Delaware County woman battling Stage IV breast cancer and her family are headed on a trip of a lifetime, thanks to local volunteers.
Battling Stage IV breast cancer, Glen Mills woman receives community surprise
A Delaware County woman battling Stage IV breast cancer and her family are headed on a trip of a lifetime, thanks to local volunteers.
A Delaware County woman battling Stage IV breast cancer and her family are headed on a trip of a lifetime, thanks to local volunteers.
Flu, COVID-19 infections rising, could worsen over holidays, CDC says
U.S. health officials say flu and COVID-19 infections are expected to ramp up in the coming weeks.
U.S. health officials say flu and COVID-19 infections are expected to ramp up in the coming weeks.
FDA warns against unapproved spa treatments for fat loss
The FDA is warning against popular spa treatments known as “lipo injections" that can cause serious side effects if using unapproved products.
The FDA is warning against popular spa treatments known as “lipo injections" that can cause serious side effects if using unapproved products.
Fake Ozempic shots are being sold through legitimate sources, FDA warns
Five illnesses have been linked to the fake Ozempic shots, the FDA said.
Five illnesses have been linked to the fake Ozempic shots, the FDA said.
Mike Williams cause of death: Tampa Bay Buccaneers player may have died from dental hygiene issues
A cause of death report filed by the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner said former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams died of several causes related to his overall health – but stopped short of saying an injury to his head was a culprit.
A cause of death report filed by the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner said former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams died of several causes related to his overall health – but stopped short of saying an injury to his head was a culprit.
Are potatoes a vegetable?: US dietary guidelines could change definition in 2025
In 2025, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee could determine a potato is no longer a vegetable.
In 2025, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee could determine a potato is no longer a vegetable.
Blake Shelton to curb alcohol in New Year, joining Hollywood stars trying sobriety
Ashton Kutcher, Tom Holland and Valerie Bertinelli have all participated in Dry January.
Ashton Kutcher, Tom Holland and Valerie Bertinelli have all participated in Dry January.
What to know about the new COVID subvariant ahead of the holidays
COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 is has spread across the country just ahead of Christmas. Dr. Mike shares what you need to know about the new strain, plus other trending health topics.
COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 is has spread across the country just ahead of Christmas. Dr. Mike shares what you need to know about the new strain, plus other trending health topics.
JN.1 COVID-19 variant: What to know about the latest virus strain
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.