Bartram's Garden In Southwest Philadelphia Closes Trail Due To "Potential Toxic Chemical Contamination"

As a result of the possible contamination, Gauthier urges all residents in the area to stay away from the closed section of the trail.

FEMA Will Spend Over $2 Million To Protect Philadelphia's Eastwick Community From Cobbs Creek Flooding

Brenda Whitfield, who's with the community group, Eastwick United, said she's excited to see the barriers installed.

Philly-Area Air Could Be Dangerous To Some Tuesday: PA DEP

Friday's air could be unhealthy to sensitive groups, such as children, the elderly, and people with respiratory issues like asthma.

Heat Health Emergency In Place In Philadelphia

The City is opening more than 150 Cooling Centers and Sites throughout the city in response to the Heat Health Emergency. See details here.

Neighbors Unite With City Officials To Combat Rat Infestation In South Philadelphia

Barretta showed a photo of what he found under the hood of his car Thursday morning.

Air Quality Unhealthy For Some Philly-Area Residents Saturday: PA DEP

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection said Saturday's air in the Philadelphia area will be unsafe for sensitive groups.

Philadelphia Nonprofit Reaches Out To Vulnerable Communities In Kensington Amid Dangerous Heat Wave

"Once you open the trunk giving out water, everybody comes over because everybody wants some water," Santiago said.

Heat Health Emergency In Philadelphia Extended

The current Heat Health Emergency that was enacted Thursday has been extended through midnight on Sunday. See cooling tips here.

Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued For Friday In Philadelphia

Code Orange days mean air could be unhealthy to sensitive groups, including children, the elderly, and people with respiratory issues.

The Taunk Family's Strong Bond And Brotherly Love Is Helping Them Through Childhood Leukemia Battle

He was only 4 when diagnosed with a high-risk form of leukemia known as Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Air Quality In Philadelphia Region Will Be Unhealthy To Some Friday

Friday's air could be unhealthy to sensitive groups, such as children, the elderly, and people with respiratory issues like asthma.

Hundreds Attend Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia Prom For Patients And Families

Kids miss out on a lot when they're hospitalized, along with not feeling good. But on Wednesday at CHOP, it was party time.

Measles Exposure Possible At Philly International Airport: Officials

Philadelphia Public Health officials said travelers may have been exposed to measles Friday at the Philadelphia International Airport.

Looking To Relieve Stress? Check Out Penn Grad's Aromatherapy "Play-Doh For Adults"

"The soft touch of the pastel, the colors, all of that is scientifically proven to help you naturally reduce stress and anxiety," Reid said.

Pennsylvania Rep. Dwight Evans Recovering After Minor Stroke

Evans, 70, said he was diagnosed this week, adding he didn't realize it happened for a few days.

South Philadelphia Residents Say Trash Troubles Have Led To Rat Infestation, Damage To Cars: "We're Just Inundated By Rats"

"They're big ones. I compare them to New York rats almost," Eddie Jimenez-Rios said.

Measles Exposure Possible At Philadelphia CVS, Montco Health Facility

Health officials said the potential exposure happened at CVS, 10901C Bustleton Ave. in Philly and one Montgomery County healthcare facility.

Wills Eye Hosting Vision Screening Event In Philadelphia To Help Protect Vision In Diabetic Patients

High school sweethearts Hermilinda and Richard Ortiz do everything together, including yard work at their home in Croydon.

Philadelphia Wings Player, Connecticut Man Will Be Forever Bonded By Bone Marrow Donation: "He's My Hero"

Back in college in Canada, Alex Pace was swabbed to be a bone marrow donor. Years later, he got a phone call that he was a perfect match.

How Healthy Is Philadelphia: By The Numbers

See how Philadelphia compares across various health metrics, including smoking, drinking, and obesity, to national and state statistics.

Philadelphia Churches Raise Awareness For Colon Cancer Screenings While Competing In Spirit Challenge

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is hosting a Spirit Challenge as part of its 45+ Reasons campaign.

As Pollen Counts Soar In Philadelphia Region, Doctor Explains Why Allergy Season Is Already "In Full Swing"

"It's mostly stuffy and runny nose, but I do have asthma too, so that's exacerbated when the allergies act up," Carol Shepherd said.

Temple's First Female Spine Surgeon Is Looking Ahead As Technology Improves

Dr. Theresa Pazionis, a spine surgeon at Temple University Hospital, has been ahead of the curve for decades.

"More Illnesses Than I Have Ever Seen": Philadelphia School, Day Camp Program Says Stomach Bug Is Making Rounds

"We have kids and/or teachers out every single week recently, for at least the last few months," CEO Sharon Hershman said.

Measles Outbreak Declared Over By Philly Health Officials

After 42 days without any new cases of measles, Philadelphia health officials have declared the measles outbreak over.

PA Man Wins $2.25B Case Against Monsanto After Developing Cancer

The man claimed he developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma from decades of using Roundup on his property.

Hepatitis A Warning Issued After Philly Grocery Store Worker Diagnosed

A Northeast Philadelphia ShopRite employee has been confirmed to have acute Hepatitis A, health officials said Friday.

After Sarah Ferguson's Diagnosis, Philadelphia Doctor Says Breast Cancer And Melanoma Could Be Linked

Doctors say there can be a genetic connection linking melanoma and breast cancer.

Rock Salt Vs. Ice Melt: Which Is Best For Icy Sidewalks In Philadelphia Region?

Michael Thomas, manager of Rittenhouse Hardware, says putting down a layer of ice melt at the start is the key to easy cleanup later.

New Measles Case Identified By Philly Health Officials

The new, ninth confirmed case is the fifth measles case linked to the outbreak at Multicultural Education Station Day Care, officials said.

Doctors At CHOP Use New Kind Of Reconstructive Surgery To Give Girl A New Ear — And Change Her Life

A new kind of reconstructive surgery at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has changed a little girl's life.

Measles Outbreak Expands In Eastern PA: Latest Details

Health officials in the Philadelphia region are on high alert as measles cases are emerging locally. Here's what we know so far.

More Measles Cases Identified In Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has expanded its list of locations and times at which exposure to measles may have occurred.

Jefferson Health Updates Masking Policy As Illnesses Spread

Visitors to Jefferson healthcare settings are encouraged to mask and should not visit if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection.

Penn Medicine Requiring Masks In Certain Departments

Visitors who tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days, or who have symptoms, are not allowed to enter any Penn Medicine facilities.

Philadelphia Health Department Not Considering Public Mask Mandate As Respiratory Infections Rise

People are being advised to take extra precautions to avoid being infected.

More Potential Measles Exposures Prompts Alert From Philly Officials

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health said more people may have been exposed to measles. See where and when exposures occurred.

Measles Exposure Warning Issued By Philly, PA Health Officials

People who were at 33 South Ninth St. during a three-and-a-half-hour period on Dec. 19 may have been exposed to measles.

New Sickle Cell Treatment Has Roots At Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

"In my chest, it's like this hollow burning almost, and then I can't breathe on top of it," Marie-Chantal Tornyenu said.

Part Of Schuylkill River Trail Closing Through December In Philly

A portion of the popular, walking, running, and cycling trail will be closed through the end of the month due to work on the MLK Bridge.