Health & Science

Providers say Narcan availability is saving lives. But has the city’s huge investment to address the Kensington drug market made an impact?

Images taken in 1896 by Arthur Goodspeed of coins inside a small purse were a precursor to medical X-rays and the birth of radiology in the U.S.

Cooler temperatures and a late season drought caused some trees to lose their leaves early, while also affecting the quality of fall colors.

Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta are two stadiums that are frequently recognized for their efforts to lower their carbon footprint.

The Department of Energy slashed more than $7.5 billion for clean energy projects in 16 Democratic-led states, yet Pennsylvania's "green" hydrogen hubs survive, for now.

Tales of adventure in search of lost and elusive species, from the golden toad to India’s wild elephants.

The GUIDE program pays local health and home care organizations to provide free dementia respite services, education, training and care coordination.

Democrats have demanded that the subsidies, first put in place in 2021 and extended a year later, be extended again.

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order, issued Oct. 1, directs state agencies to create vaccine information hubs, safety net programs and insurance requirements.

While living among chimpanzees in Africa decades ago, Goodall documented the animals using tools and doing other activities previously believed to be exclusive to people.

Some families say they remain frustrated at the overwhelming attention on causes of autism rather than on systems and supports to help kids today.

Starting Oct. 1, the Academy of Natural Sciences will only be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A restructuring of staff is expected to follow.

County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.

Prospect Medical Holdings is selling real estate from the shuttered hospitals, with a possible auction if enough bids come in, court documents show.

16 years after "The Biggest Loser", Tracey Yukich Lane opens up about her experience, being painted a villain, and keeping the weight off.