Sweating, shivering mannequin aids research on how bodies respond to extreme temperature
Arizona State University researchers are using a high-tech mannequin to learn more about how the human body responds to extreme heat.
First Alzheimer's disease risk assessment blood test for consumers hits market
The test from Quest Diagnostics looks at a certain brain protein is known to contribute to the condition.
Henrietta Lacks' family reaches settlement with medical company that profited from her cells
Henrietta Lacks' cancer cells changed the course of modern medicine after they were taken from her without consent or knowledge. The cells were the first living human cells to ever survive and multiply outside the body.
Growing Philadelphia mentor program aims to help young men find inspiration, courage
A mentoring program in Philadelphia that has been building up young men in the community for the past eight years now has a new address.
A.I. brain implant helps paralyzed man move, feel again
“There was a time that I didn’t know if I was even going to live, or if I wanted to, frankly. And now, I can feel the touch of someone holding my hand. It’s overwhelming," said Keith Thomas, the patient who received the revolutionary treatment.
Health Watch: Tick bites raise risks of eating red meat
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss today's top headlines, including a summer surge of COVID-19 and tick-induced food allergies.
Officials investigating confirmed case of measles in a child in Montgomery County
Officials say they are complete contact tracing to notify people if they were potentially exposed.
Alpha-gal syndrome: Tick-borne disease that triggers meat allergies is on the rise, CDC says
The tick-borne disease has not caused any deaths, health officials say, but people with alpha-gal syndrome have described it as bewildering and terrifying.
'She's so strong': Montgomery County 5-year-old courageously battling rare form of kidney cancer
A Montgomery County 5-year-old girl is in the fight of her life after she was diagnosed with a rare form of kidney cancer that's already included months of chemotherapy.
USC freshman Bronny James released from hospital days after cardiac arrest on campus
Bronny James has been released from the hospital and continues to recover at home, Los Angeles health officials announced.
Woman receives uterus transplant, delivers healthy baby: ‘We did it’
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
Health Watch: Senator McConnell's health scare at press conference
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia to discuss today's top health headlines.
Salmonella in ground beef sickens 16 in New Jersey, 3 other Northeastern states: CDC
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says ground beef contaminated with salmonella has sickened at least 16 people in four Northeastern states.
Son of NBA's LeBron James suffered cardiac arrest during practice: What you should know about SCA
Following news that Bronny James, the son of NBA player LeBron James, was taken to the hospital after he collapsed during a morning practice, there are questions over why a seemingly healthy young person could suffer a cardiac arrest. Here's what you should know about Sudden Cardiac Arrests, and what you need to do when someone has suffered an SCA.
Nevada toddler dies from brain-eating amoeba
Nevada health officials said a 2-year-old boy died last week from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating amoeba.
Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Running could potentially reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease, study finds
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Gene therapy eyedrops restore boy's sight. Similar therapies may help millions
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
Health watch: Brain-eating amoeba is tiny but deadly
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" for a breakdown of today's top health headlines.
Faith-based group brings hope to homeless, addicted in Kensington
A faith-based group in Kensington is bringing hope to those experiencing homelessness and desperate for a way out of addiction and it’s part of an initiative spanning multiple states.