Ambulance and taxi drivers could be at lower risk of death from Alzheimer's disease, research shows
A new study shows ambulance and taxi drivers are 56% less likely to die from Alzheimer's disease. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story.
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A new study shows ambulance and taxi drivers are 56% less likely to die from Alzheimer's disease. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the story.
Seniors who become victims of financial scams might be at risk for eventually developing Alzheimer's disease, according to new research.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother, who's now in the late stages of Alzheimer's disease, is helping millions of people support each other and share their struggles with the disease.
An Alzheimer's drug is helping a former doctor in South Jersey get extra time with her family.
Dr. Jonel Dershem, of Voorhees, New Jersey, started taking Leqembi when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. It's slowed the progression of the disease, she said.
The latest report from the Alzheimer's Association finds caregivers are facing increasing stress.
The Alzheimer's Foundation is offering scholarships to high school seniors affected by the disease or other dementia-related illnesses.
This week, two Air Force veterans are bonded forever after a kidney transplant at Penn, the team has coverage of election night, a newly installed rainbow crosswalk in Swarthmore was defaced and much more.
A tattoo reveal goes viral and is now helping raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and the walk that's coming up this Saturday.
Some private insurers in Pennsylvania are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer's patients.
Being chronically constipated may put you at a higher risk of cognitive decline, new research shows.
U.S. officials have granted full approval to a closely watched Alzheimer's drug for patients with early stages of the disease.
A doctor with Keystone Clinical Studies in Plymouth Meeting is testing the drug lecanemab in the AHEAD trial to determine if it can also prevent Alzheimer's. It's already approved to treat early-stage memory loss.
Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented? It's something millions of families are hoping will eventually be possible. Stephanie Stahl reports on a trial that might lead to a cure.
Alzheimer's advocates protest for access to drugs at a rally outside the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Thursday.
Shares of the pharmaceutical company jumped almost 5% after announcing promising results for donanemab.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
It's estimated 6.7 million Americans over the age of 65 are now living with Alzheimer's, a number that is projected to grow to nearly 13 million by 2050.
Researchers think the drug might be able to stop Alzheimer's before symptoms show up.
Researchers think the drug might be able to stop Alzheimer's before symptoms show up.
It has shown "potential" as an Alzheimer's disease treatment by appearing to slow progression, according to Phase 3 trial results, but it has raised safety concerns.
While some are encouraged by a new drug, critics question whether the benefits are worth the risk.
"This was a shocking, shocking discovery."
The sole winner of a $1.13 Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, lottery officials said Monday.
Starbucks baristas and Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in handful of U.S. cities as they seek wage increases.
The House Ethics Committee has released its long-awaited report on allegations of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Read the full report here.
On this week's Spreading the Love, we head to Old City where a local artist captures stunning close-up shots of everyday Philadelphians whose faces have now been featured worldwide.
At the SEPTA Store you'll find typical gift shop items like sweatshirts, cups and hats, along with nostalgic items, from train and trolley models to books on SEPTA's history.
The sole winner of a $1.13 Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, lottery officials said Monday.
Starbucks baristas and Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in handful of U.S. cities as they seek wage increases.
The House Ethics Committee has released its long-awaited report on allegations of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Read the full report here.
On this week's Spreading the Love, we head to Old City where a local artist captures stunning close-up shots of everyday Philadelphians whose faces have now been featured worldwide.
At the SEPTA Store you'll find typical gift shop items like sweatshirts, cups and hats, along with nostalgic items, from train and trolley models to books on SEPTA's history.
On this week's Spreading the Love, we head to Old City where a local artist captures stunning close-up shots of everyday Philadelphians whose faces have now been featured worldwide.
At the SEPTA Store you'll find typical gift shop items like sweatshirts, cups and hats, along with nostalgic items, from train and trolley models to books on SEPTA's history.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
The sole winner of a $1.13 Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, lottery officials said Monday.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
Lows Monday morning are expected to be in the single digits across the Philadelphia region Monday.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Downed wires suspended Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services affecting Sunday morning travelers in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
Jalen Hurts left the Philadelphia Eagles' game at the Washington Commanders with a concussion.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
The Cleveland Cavaliers had a 126-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
The Philadelphia Flyers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-4, come-from-behind win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
"Potted Potter," a family-friend show that tells the lengthy store of Harry Potter and friends in just 70 minutes, runs at the Zellerbach Theatre on Penn's campus from Dec. 26 until Jan. 5, 2025.
On this week's Spreading the Love, Wakisha Bailey heads to Old City where local artist Shawn Theodore captures stunning close-up shots of everyday Philadelphians whose faces have now been featured worldwide.
Several Philadelphia Starbucks locations are closed Monday after local baristas joined a nationwide strike against the company, the city's Christmas Village will be open through Tuesday for last minute holiday shoppers, and Monday stays frigid and below freezing. These stories and more in your Digital Brief for Monday, Dec. 23, 2024.
Inside the SEPTA Store you'll find typical gift shop items like sweatshirts, cups and hats, along with nostalgic items, from train and trolley models to books on SEPTA's history.
High temperatures Monday will stay below freezing, and sunny skies will eventually cloud up as the Delaware Valley heads into the afternoon. Tomorrow, a wintry mix moves across the city and could bring anywhere between a dusting to one inch of snow to areas north of Philadelphia.