FDA approves Moderna's new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna’s newest lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine is approved for all adults 65 and older, and for people aged 12 to 64 who are at higher risk from the disease.
Exercise cuts colon cancer recurrence, boosts survival, study finds
A major Canadian study has found that regular, structured exercise after surgery and chemotherapy significantly improves outcomes for colon cancer patients.
Common supplements and medications could cause liver damage, studies show
Drug-induced liver injury cases are increasing, with common medications and supplements posing hidden dangers, especially for vulnerable populations.
Diet Coke linked to cardiovascular risks, experts warn: Here are healthier options
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds
In a new study, researchers at UC San Francisco determined that eating edible cannabis, such as gummies, has the same impact on cardiovascular risk as smoking marijuana.
Philly elementary kids graduating from special program awarded free bikes
Over 150 Philadelphia elementary school students spend their day celebrating graduating from a physical education program with a special surprise to cap it all off.
Salmonella update: Cruise ship outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
Federal health officials say recalled cucumbers from a Florida grower have caused a salmonella outbreak that sickened cruise ship passengers and dozens more across 18 states.
'Graduation on Wheels' award Philly school kids with free bikes
170 Philadelphia students were given free bikes as part of the “Graduation on Wheels” program.
RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report cited studies that don't exist
The 72-page report released last week cites hundreds of studies, some that were never published.
These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
5 former Crozer Health outpatient facilities to be purchased by Delaware-based healthcare system
Good news on the healthcare front in Delaware County as some of the shuttered Crozer Health facilities will soon reopen under a new name.
5 former Crozer Health outpatient facilities to be purchased by ChristianaCare
Good news for Delaware County as some of the shuttered Crozer health facilities will soon re-open again under Delaware-based ChristianaCare, who has agreed to buy five outpatient facilities.
Traveling with Toni | Blue Ridge Mountain getaway
Pasture-raised beef and herbal supplements in Virginia are topics discussed by Professor of Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania, Toni Farmer, Kathy Orr and Scott Williams. Finding a local regenerative beef farmer is a topic they discussed for the sake of health.
RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.
New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Is your therapist AI? ChatGPT goes viral on social media for its role as Gen Z's new therapist
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
Children’s cereals are getting less healthy, study finds
A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.
Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.