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Susan Lawson
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Crozer Health is operating on fumes, and could run out of gas. Staff at Delco’s largest hospital system are still keeping the faith

Prospect Medical Holdings is progressing in high-stakes negotiations to sell Crozer Health, but no deal has been reached yet.

1 year ago

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Two years ago, Cassie Wolfe suffered a stroke and fell into a coma. After months in this state, she finally woke up and had to relearn how to walk and talk. (Courtesy of Ann Louise Weaver)
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Doctors still struggle to predict which patients with severe brain injuries will recover

Doctors have to make life and death decisions for patients with severe brain injuries, but they can’t always agree about the potential for recovery.

1 year ago

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Hannah Jones, accompanied by her spouse, Steve Cook, pose for a portrait at home near Philadelphia
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More states requiring paid medical or sick leave

Separately, more states and cities also are requiring paid sick days, which give people time off to deal with short-term illnesses like the flu.

1 year ago

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The Mystery of Consciousness

A look back at the Terri Schiavo case, and what it revealed about the mysteries of consciousness.

Air Date: March 21, 2025

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A sign for Crozer Health is visible in the foreground, with buildings in the background.
Health

A civil lawsuit in Delco threatens to upend Crozer’s sale

A Delaware County judge ruled in favor of a civil lawsuit seeking to block the Foundation of Delaware County from giving money to Crozer’s parent company.

1 year ago

Brenda Robles-Cooke (middle left) poses with other officials next to the new Spanish-speaking CPR training device
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Billy Penn

New CPR training device bridges language gaps, offers accessibility

A new Spanish-speaking CPR training kiosk provides life-saving information to Latino communities.

1 year ago

A mallard in the water
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What to know about the bird flu outbreak in wild birds and what it means for backyard bird feeders

Take precautions around sick or dead wild birds, experts recommend. But you can keep your bird feeder up.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Gas Works
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PGW could explore clean energy with geothermal pilot project at Philly’s McCloskey Elementary School

The gas company is hiring a contractor to study the feasibility of a geothermal system to heat and cool a public school and a rec center.

1 year ago

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NASA astronaut Suni Williams gives a thumbs-up after being helped out of a SpaceX capsule
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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams return to Earth after 9 months stuck in space

Their SpaceX capsule parachuted into the Gulf of Mexico in the early evening, just hours after departing the International Space Station.

1 year ago

Ruth Street in Kensington
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Philly mobile crisis response teams average 20 mental health emergencies a day. Advocates call for expansion

Philly’s community mobile crisis response teams are requesting more funding to meet demand.

1 year ago

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an offshore turbine
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EPA pulls permit from New Jersey offshore wind project

After Trump issued an executive order to pause offshore wind, the EPA pulled Atlantic Shores’ air permit. The company argues the permit was final and not up for review.

1 year ago

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an estrogen patch for hormone therapy
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New Jersey lawmaker wants insurance companies to cover menopause treatments

Proposed legislation in New Jersey would require insurance companies to pay for menopause treatment and raise awareness about it.

1 year ago

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COVID-19 vaccine cards
Science
Billy Penn

The Mütter Museum’s new exhibit reflects on 5 years of COVID-19

“Trusted Messengers” honors health care workers, community members and public officials who worked to build trust during a time of crisis and uncertainty.

1 year ago

Parents walking their kids kids to Philadelphia's Guion S. Bluford Elementary on the first day of school, September 5, 2023.
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Parenthood could be a protective factor against aging and cognitive decline, Rutgers study shows

A new study showed that parenting is associated with stronger brain connectivity in movement and sensation, which typically declines as people age.

1 year ago

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Red Star chickens roost in their coop
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New Jersey remains vigilant about bird flu amid growing number of cases

Live poultry markets in New Jersey where bird flu was found have reopened after being disinfected. Cat owners get an avian influenza warning.

1 year ago

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