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Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Health
TV

Philly anti-violence group says a national gun violence ad campaign missed the mark

Mothers In Charge expressed concern over the Ad Council’s gun violence campaign not reflecting the entire teen population.

2 months ago

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Public Health

More daylight, less sleep: How to get ready for daylight saving time

Dr. Zhikui Wei says daylight saving time impacts overall health, but we can prepare for the time change.

2 months ago

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Employment
Health Care
Pennsylvania

Prospect to file ‘preliminary’ requests to close remaining Delco hospitals; leaders say ‘no final decision has been made’

Prospect Medical Holdings says it only has enough cash to keep the hospitals up and running through March 14.

2 months ago

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Government Accountability
Health Care
Pennsylvania
Public Health

What is Montgomery County doing to prevent its lone measles case from spreading?

It's too early to tell if CDC cuts could hamper Montgomery County’s ability to squash a potential measles outbreak. The county is working hard to contact trace.

2 months ago

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After entering college in the late 90s, Abigail Kafka received a serious diagnosis of bipolar disorder. But after one therapy session during the pandemic, she realized that diagnosis had been wrong all along. (Courtesy of Abigail Kafka)
The Pulse
Mental Health

‘Did I waste 15 years of my life?’ Investigating my bipolar diagnosis

It's estimated that 5 to 10 million Americans have bipolar disorder. But what do we really know about the condition?

2 months ago

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Health Care
Pennsylvania
Public Health
6abc

Measles confirmed in unvaccinated Montgomery County child; others may have been exposed

The news comes soon after three cases of measles were reported in New Jersey, and while Texas is dealing with an outbreak involving dozens.

2 months ago

A silhouetted cat sits on a fence of a condominium complex
Animals
New Jersey
Public Health
6abc

Cat euthanized in New Jersey after becoming sick from bird flu

Nearly 100 domestic cats have been infected with bird flu since 2022 across the country, according to the USDA's latest figures.

2 months ago

Sign offering measles testing
Health Care
Medicine
Public Health

The U.S. has 1,001 measles cases and 11 states with active outbreaks. Here’s what to know

The measles virus is airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It most commonly affects kids.

2 months ago

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The Pulse

(Mis)Diagnosis: Bipolar Disorder

On this episode, we’ll discuss what contributed to an explosion of bipolar diagnoses, and why experts disagree about whether this disorder is over-or underdiagnosed.

Air Date: February 28, 2025

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Animals
New Jersey
Public Health
6abc

Bird flu detected in 2 New Jersey counties

Health departments are urging people not to walk their dogs in areas with large numbers of geese.

3 months ago

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The Pulse
Aging
Medicine
Public Health

Patients without family or health care proxies face overtreatment or limbo in hospitals

A program matches unrepresented patients with volunteers who can make care decisions for them during health care crises.

3 months ago

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Business
Health Care
Pennsylvania

As Gov. Shapiro calls for private equity ‘reform’ in Pennsylvania health care, where are investments growing?

One report by a watchdog organization identified nearly 900 health care locations in Greater Philadelphia that are backed by private equity firms.

3 months ago

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Animals
Public Health

Are cats at risk of bird flu? What pet owners can do to protect their cats

Veterinary expert Dr. Stephen Cole discusses the risks of bird flu in cats and how pet owners can prevent exposure.

3 months ago

Flu shot
Health Care
Public Health

Delaware Valley flu cases reach ‘very high’ levels as health providers expand testing for bird flu in humans

As emergency rooms see more patients with respiratory complications, hospitals are being asked to test for possible bird flu in humans.

3 months ago

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Health Care
Medicine
Public Health

Measles cases are rising in the U.S. Do adults need a vaccine booster?

Measles can spread incredibly fast — it's one of the world's most contagious diseases, more than flu, polio, COVID, or just about any other infectious disease.

3 months ago

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