Cold Brings Winter Blood Shortage, Drives Upcoming In Norristown

Severely cold weather has caused blood drive cancellations, meaning thousands of donations have gone uncollected.

Montgomery County Health Department Issues Mosquito Safety Guidelines

Mosquito season is upon us in Montgomery County. Here's how to stay safe from mosquito-borne diseases the like West Nile and Zika viruses.

Suburban Community Hospital Earns Good Patient Safety Grade

Suburban Community Hospital was graded "B" in the spring 2017 safety rankings published by The Leapfrog Group.

West Norriton Man Arrested In KOP Prostitution Sting: DA

A West Norriton man was among six arrested on Wednesday as part of a prostitution sting in King of Prussia: breaking.

East Norriton's Suburban Community Hospital's Safety Grade Released

See how Suburban Community Hospital compared in its safety rating to its competitors in a recent study.

Arcadia House, Treatment Center For Opioid Addiction, Opens In Montgomery County

Eagleville Hospital and the Montgomery County Department of Human Services are behind the unique program to combat opioid and heroin abuse.

Montgomery County Offering Free Flu Shots

Free flu clinics planned for Montgomery County residents looking to get vaccinated.

Norristown Public Water System Has Toxin Made Famous By Erin Brockovich, Study Says

The study published Tuesday says even small amounts of Chromium-6 can have negative health impacts, like cancer and liver damage.

Norristown To Also Be Sprayed For West Nile Virus; 3 Samples Test Positive

The mosquito situation has escalated in the Norristown area. Upper Merion will be sprayed Tuesday as well.

Audubon Physician Group Partners with Aledade to Create Accountable Care Organization

The partnership between Aledade and PMA Medical Specialists will expand care to 7,800 Medicare beneficiaries, organizers say.

Nurses, Staff Picketing Eagleville Hospital; Claim Unfair, Unsafe Conditions

A nurses and health professionals union will picket Eagleville Hospital on Tuesday, saying they need more support to treat addiction victims

Montgomery County To Offer Free HIV Testing, Counseling

Montgomery County will offer free testing and counseling for HIV leading up to National HIV Testing Day.

King of Prussia Company's 'Abdominal Vomiting' Weight Loss Device Approved By FDA

The FDA has approved a new device from a Montgomery County company which pumps food out of the stomach after meals.

4 Norristown Physicians Named 'Top Doctors' By Castle Connolly

Four Norristown doctors have been recognized as being among the region's best, according to an annual report.

East Norriton's Suburban Community Hospital Gets 'B' Safety Grade

Hospitals around the nation were graded from 'A' through 'F' - are you surprised by the ranking?

Could There Be A Zika Virus Outbreak In Montgomery County?

Is a Zika virus outbreak possible in Montgomery County? And what can you do to stop it?

Einstein Health Suffers Possible Patient Data Breach

A website database containing patient information was possibly compromised, officials said.

Montgomery County Ranked Third Healthiest In Pennsylvania

Despite recent studies hinting otherwise, Montgomery County is one of Pennsylvania's healthiest areas. Find out why.

12 Teams to Participate in Conshohocken Relay for Life

71 people have already raised more than $3,000 for the Conshohocken Relay For Life.

Learn About Medicare Education At Special Norristown Program

Got a question about Medicare in Norristown?

Norristown's Einstein Hospital Graded In National Ranking

The number of poorly rated hospitals across the country doubled. How did your hospital stack up?

Einstein Medical Center Graded In New National Ranking

The number of poorly rated hospitals across the country doubled. How did your hospital stack up?

Where To Get A Flu Shot For Free In Norristown

It's flu season already.

Conshohocken Man Takes Battle Against Cancer To D.C.: Report

Over 75,000 Pennsylvanians were diagnosed with invasive cancer in 2012, statistics show.

Pennsylvania Named Second Worst State To Have A Baby

Do these factors apply to Norristown, too?

Regional Health Fair Set For Norristown

What you need to know about the free event.

ICYMI: Norristown Area Hospitals Not Among Top Hospitals In New Ranking

How'd your hospital fare? Two Montgomery County hospitals were ranked among the best in the region.

Norristown Area Hospitals Left Off Of Top Hospitals Ranking

Two Montgomery County hospitals were ranked among the best in the region. How does your hospital stack up?

Lyme Disease On The Rise In Pennsylvania: CDC Study

Incidents of Lyme disease are on the rise, according to a new report from the Centers For Disease Control.

Group Claims Planned Parenthood Sells Fetal Tissue

"Money and fetus parts" were discussed by a top official. Planned Parenthood has a Montgomery County branch in Norristown.

Health Department To Offer Free HIV Tests This Week

The Montgomery County Health Department is teaming up with Walgreens, Greater Than AIDS to offer free HIV testing.

Good or Gross? Pizza Hut Unveils Hot Dog Pizza

'It’s real. Hot Dog Bites Pizza. 6.18.15. #HotDogPizza,' the company announced on Twitter Wednesday afternoon.

Norristown-Area Bridge Clubs Join National Event To Beat Alzheimer's

Members of the Norristown-area bridge club will participate in The Longest Day to raise money for Alzheimer's Research.

What Is The Most Distinctive Cause Of Death In PA?

A new study by the Centers for Disease Control lists the most unusual - the most definitive - ways to die in each state in the country.

The 2,710 Calorie Meal: Where to Find it in Norristown

If you’re watching your weight in Norristown, there are a few local restaurants you may want to avoid.

What Is The Most Distinctive Cause Of Death In Norristown?

A new study by the Centers for Disease Control lists the most unusual - the most definitive - ways to die in each state in the country.

American Lung Association Gives Montgomery County Poor Marks for Pollution Levels

The State of the Air Report gave county "D" for readings over a three-year period.

The Complete List of Wines In Pennsylvania That May Contain Poisonous Arsenic

Plus how to find out which stores in Pennsylvania sell the potentially impacted wines.

Our Red Pandas Are Just as Cute as Yours, Cincinnati

A video of red pandas in the snow went viral -- but the adorable red pandas at the Philadelphia Zoo are enjoying winter just as much.

Show Us the Snow, Norristown!

It's a winter wonderland out there. Share what you're seeing with Patch.