Behavioral Health

The test case centers on a nonprofit group's Safehouse project in Philadelphia, but officials in other states are watching closely as they debate similar programs.

Opioid overdoses rose during the pandemic by 30% -- in Philadelphia over 1200 people died in 2020. This hour we'll talk about what's fueling the growing opioid crisis.

Family members of those who died from overdoses lowered state, county and U.S. flags outside New Castle County government headquarters Friday.

Struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep? The stress and uncertainty of COVID-19 increased rates of insomnia, restlessness and something called revenge bedtime procrastination

Many hospitals fail to screen for substance use, offer medications to treat opioid use disorder or connect patients to follow-up care.

For those who have bariatric surgery, changes in appearance happen quickly, creating new social situations to navigate.

Can NJ park visitors share the land with off-road vehicles? And, a mystery illness leading to thousands of bird fatalities in the region.

In a letter to the General Assembly, Tom Wolf said he plans an Aug. 5 renewal of the disaster emergency declaration first issued in January 2018.

Delaware issues fines to insurers for not treating people with mental health or substance abuse issues as fairly as they treat others.

The audit of Community Behavioral Health was the first look in 20 years at spending for the HealthChoices Behavioral Healthcare Program.

City officials sent a total of $200,000 to 20 community groups dedicated to improving the quality of life in the epicenter of Philadelphia's opioid crisis.

The Britney Spears case in California — where adult guardianship is called conservatorship — has cast a spotlight on issues nationwide.

Two Philadelphia addiction treatment providers face criminal charges for allegedly bribing recovery homes for referrals and forcing patients into substandard care.

Anxiety can feel like a buzzing electric current that fuels our thoughts and behaviors. There are the well-known symptoms — chest pains ...