Health & Science

Veolia’s plant in Stanton previously detected PFAS levels above federal regulations.

Our brains are wired for connection, and researchers are learning friendships play a vital role in keeping us healthy.

More than a decade after the spotted lanternfly landed in Berks County, Pa. researchers are learning more about what eats them, and what makes them thrive.

The Philadelphia Conquering Cancer Coalition aims to remove barriers and improve communication and collaboration between various health centers and community organizations.

The Trump administration cut millions of dollars in research funding. Private funders in the area are stepping in, but say they cannot completely fill the gap.

Residents are calling for tougher environmental laws, and want regulators to evaluate what could have been done differently.

House lawmakers from Delaware County are leading efforts to regulate private equity transactions after the closure of Crozer Health last month.

The FIFA Club World Cup this summer will be a practice run for public health officials to prepare for a larger crowd of international visitors in 2026.

Wealthier families often invest in supporting less academically successful children, while lower-income families may focus their resources on their most talented child.

We talk with lawyer-turned-researcher James Kimmel about his new book, "The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World's Deadliest Addiction — and How to Overcome It."

While Atlantic Shores took the step to cancel its contract with New Jersey, the company says its project is in a holding pattern while awaiting a new political climate.

The refinery reported emissions of the toxic gas sulfur dioxide at rates as high as 1,450 per hour over the past couple weeks. Officials say air quality remains good.

Pennsylvania Republican lawmakers say it will boost the state’s economy. Environmental groups say it will worsen climate change and harm public health.

Sussex County Council denied a permit for a substation to US Wind for a renewable energy project last year.

Despite the grade drop, the report cited long-term improvements in dissolved oxygen in the bay’s waters to help support bay life.