A snow goose found sick in West Philadelphia has tested positive for bird flu – Philly's first case, city health officials said Wednesday. The goose was found on the 1200…
Engaging in structured physical activities from a young age may give children an academic edge. Teenagers who play team sports, such as soccer or basketball, or compete in artistic sports,…
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are so prevalent that 1 in 5 adults in the United States report taking these drugs for obesity. This class of drugs, known as…
The first Baby Cafe location in New Jersey opens Thursday, aiming to offer breastfeeding parents a free and welcoming environment to gather for support, education and connection. Baby Cafe is…
Some people arrested for low-level drug crimes in Kensington now may be eligible for expedited court hearings and immediate treatment referrals. The new Kensington Neighborhood Wellness Court and Wellness Support…
People who only can squeeze in quick workouts here and there may still reap cognitive health benefits, new research shows. A study published in Communications Psychology analyzed decades of research…
A City Council bill that would restrict mobile outreach services in Kensington is in response to complaints about litter and nuisance behaviors in the neighborhood, the epicenter of Philly's addiction…
The Food and Drug Administration proposed a rule this week that could encourage millions of Americans to quit smoking cigarettes — and prevent millions more from ever developing a habit.…
Sleep medications help many adults get a full night's sleep, but new research suggests they potentially may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Zolpidem, the sedative in Ambien and other…
Throughout her childhood, Julia Lo Cascio dreamed of becoming a pediatrician. So, when applying to medical school, she was thrilled to discover a new, small school founded specifically to train…