Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
Screen time for kids under 2 linked to sensory differences in toddlerhood, study finds
The findings showed that children exposed to greater TV viewing by their second birthday were more likely to develop atypical sensory processing behaviors by 33 months of age.
Food handler at Deptford Olive Garden test positive for Hepatitis A: officials
Health officials in Gloucester County say a food handler at a Deptford Olive Garden recently tested positive for Hepatitis A.
Michael Strahan's daughter, Isabella, reveals brain cancer diagnosis in GMA interview
Michael Strahan said despite everything his family has been through over the past few months, he calls himself the “luckiest man in the world."
Nearly 10,000 COVID-19 deaths reported in December: JN.1 variant, holidays to blame
The JN.1 variant is now the most dominant COVID-19 variant in the world.
Google searches for 'sleep' reached all-time high in 2023, new study notes
More than one-third of U.S. adults said they slept worse in 2023 than in previous years, according to the Sleep Foundation. And one generation in particular was at the top of the list for sleep challenges.
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Donor sought for Camden County detective diagnosed with stage 4 kidney disease
With a kidney functioning at less than ten percent, a 24-year Camden County detective needs the public's help in finding him a donor after being diagnosed with stage four kidney disease.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
You can cancel your New Jersey gym membership online thanks to new law
A new law in New Jersey is making it even easier for you to cancel that pesky gym membership.
Potential measles exposure reported in Delaware as Philadelphia cases rise: officials
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is reporting a potential measles exposure within a Delaware health care facility.
Mask requirements: Rise in COVID cases sparks update at Penn Medicine
Beginning Monday, patients and visitors are “highly encouraged" to wear a surgical mask at all Penn Medicine facilities.
Blood donations reach 20-year low causing national shortage, Red Cross says
The American Red Cross says it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the number of people donating hits a 20-year low.
Boil water advisory lifted in Atlantic City: officials
Officials say the boil water advisory has been lifted after previously advising residents in Atlantic City to boil their water for at least one minute before drinking it, using it to cook or to brush teeth.
Apple Watch feature saves woman from near-fatal carbon monoxide poisoning: I was 'extremely scared'
The Apple Watch feature instantly connects users to 911 after holding down the side button for five seconds.
Salmonella outbreak linked to charcuterie trays sold at Sam's Club
The charcuterie trays were shipped to Sam’s Club distribution centers in eight states across the country, where at least two dozen people have been sickened.
Boil water advisory issued in Atlantic City
Officials say everyone should boil their water for at least one minute before drinking it, using it to cook or to brush teeth.
Additional measles confirmed as doctors warn families to vaccinate children in Philly
Local doctors are urging families to vaccinate their children after a confirmed cluster of measles cases in Philadelphia, with five confirmed cases among non-vaccinated individuals, and three possible new cases.
Doctors urge families to vaccinate as measles cases confirmed
Doctors are urging families to vaccinate their children after a confirmed cluster of measles cases in Philadelphia from exposures at a local daycare.
FDA OKs Florida to import prescription drugs from Canada
The FDA has approved a 2-year program that would allow Florida to buy lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada. It will not start right away and legal challenges are expected. Here's what you need to know.