Health & Science

A controversial proposal to build an industrial-wastewater treatment facility in Falls Township is close to regulatory approval after years of contention.

The trace fossils, as they are known, are scattered along a winding trail at Valley Forge National Historical Park, on slabs purchased in 2011 from a nearby commercial quarry.

Even though the number of Delaware teens who smoke is the lowest since the early ‘90s, state lawmakers are pushing a measure to raise the age to buy cigarettes from 18 to 21.

The district attorney's probe of the Mariner East project began in December.

A new citywide campaign features those who credit the treatment for their recovery. Health officials want people to know that buprenorphine is available and effective.

That result raised hopes that HIV could be eradicated through a medical procedure and cure people of HIV infection.

When flames started to burn down the hill toward his family ranch, Charlie Lovick saw his chance: He kept a cool head and took action.

There was no overall increased risk for the developmental disorder among those who received the MMR vaccine when compared with those who had not gotten the vaccine.

Deemed the most ecologically sensitive, Category One waterways are protected against any degradation in water quality.

One western Pa. site has arsenic counts 372 times the 'safe' level.

Beth Moses, Astronaut Trainer for Virgin Galactic, flew aboard its latest test flight as its first passenger. The VSS Unity flew into spa ...

Chester residents have been dealing with the health effects of trash incineration in their community, and an influx of plastic waste has reignited the debate.

The EPA's announcement is a step in the right direction, but only addresses these two chemicals in drinking water and a new federal standard won’t be implemented for years.

Tens of millions of dollars are on the line as third-party suppliers dispute Board of Public Utilities’ order not to increase fixed rate during a term of contracts.

Giving nuclear power plants what opponents call a bailout to ensure they stay open could mean a politically risky vote to hike electric bills across the state