
Health
News on hospitals and health care in Philadelphia and stories about the issues that impact minds and bodies everywhere
Looming health insurance spikes for millions are at the heart of the government shutdown
Democrats have demanded that the subsidies, first put in place in 2021 and extended a year later, be extended again.
4 days ago
Pennsylvania governor announces new vaccine safeguards, expanded access to shots in executive order
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order, issued Oct. 1, directs state agencies to create vaccine information hubs, safety net programs and insurance requirements.
5 days ago
Listen 1:20Some families say they remain frustrated at the overwhelming attention on causes of autism rather than on systems and supports to help kids today.
6 days ago
Listen 1:33Montgomery County offers free COVID-19, flu vaccines at community clinics
County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.
7 days ago
Listen 0:40Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital head to auction block
Prospect Medical Holdings is selling real estate from the shuttered hospitals, with a possible auction if enough bids come in, court documents show.
1 week ago
Surviving ‘The Biggest Loser’: Tracey Yukich Lane's untold story
16 years after "The Biggest Loser", Tracey Yukich Lane opens up about her experience, being painted a villain, and keeping the weight off.
1 week ago
Listen 18:05Trying to get a COVID vaccine right now? Here’s what to know
It's been a confusing and fast-changing couple of months for rules about getting a COVID shot. It should be a little easier now, after a panel of vaccine advisers met.
2 weeks ago
What we know about autism’s causes and any potential link to Tylenol
Autism isn’t a disease. It’s a complex developmental condition better known as autism spectrum disorder that affects different people in different ways.
2 weeks ago
Trump promotes unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism
Some studies have raised the possibility that taking acetaminophen while pregnant might up autism risk, but many others haven’t found that concern, says a Penn autism expert.
2 weeks ago
How to get a COVID-19 shot and ensure it’s covered by your insurance
Many people start seeking vaccinations in the late summer or early fall to get protection against any winter surges in cases. Here's a closer look.
2 weeks ago
Health policy experts and long-term care operators predict that federal funding cuts will ultimately affect services for “most vulnerable” patients and residents.
2 weeks ago
Listen 4:42Health care workers have invented devices to improve catheter insertion, prevent injuries from falls and support limbs in rehab patients.
2 weeks ago