Medical Profession Making Impersonal Transition To Tech
Have you noticed that your doctor might be spending more time looking at the computer than looking at you during your appointment?
Have you noticed that your doctor might be spending more time looking at the computer than looking at you during your appointment?
Implementation of the health reform law continues through 2014 with these key dates.
When it comes to healthcare, baby boomers are getting a great deal of attention because there is strength in numbers.
Bowing to pressure, President Barack Obama on Thursday announced changes to his health care law to give insurance companies the option to keep offering consumers plans that would otherwise be canceled.
Can the nation expect to see the same positive results across the country as was seen in Massachusetts?
A patient navigator helps those diagnosed with cancer or other illnesses, navigate the health care system and understand their options.
A new report in the New England Journal of Medicine has found that physicians need to talk to their patients more about treatment options and their costs.
If you are on Medicare there are many health benefits you might not be aware of and they are designed to help keep you healthy.
The National Center for Health Statistics keeps records on those who are insured and uninsured and, as the country starts to rework its approach to health care, it is interesting to look at the numbers.
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Philly's strengths include the concentration of well-regarded educational institutions and the city as a center for health care and medical research.
There are entrepreneurs out there who are working to develop technology revolving around the smart phone to help with healthcare.
Governor Corbett is getting hit from both sides after unveiling his proposal to expand access to health care using federal Medicaid dollars.
Non compliance is the medical term used for when patients don't follow through with what the doctor has advised or prescribed. Usually, poor communication is to blame.
In recent years, quality has become a buzzword in healthcare. But 'quality' is increasingly being linked with saving money, and that might not be best for patients.
When it comes to making you healthier (and controlling the cost of your health care), what works better -- incentives or penalties?
Post exposure prophylaxis - or PEP - is important, especially for people who work in any area of health care.
Would you like to see your doctor via Skype?
The new Patient's Bill of Rights protects many basic rights of Americans when it comes to personal health care and dealing with insurance companies.
While America has the most expensive health care system in the world, Americans do not live longer or have better health than people in most other developed countries.
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children has honored the doctors and staff members who have implemented a hospital-wide HIV testing program for patients.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, hopeful parents are turning to the internet to fund adoptions and fertility treatments.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
A water main break blocked off multiple streets in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Sunday.
Car dealers will inspect and replace the control unit and a fuse if needed, as well as update software.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Sunday is a cool fall day leading up to the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel week, where chances of wintry mix and rain are possible.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
A water main break blocked off multiple streets in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Sunday.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
William Loevner and Katie Florio were the top elite finishers at the Philadelphia Marathon Sunday.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 113-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia 76ers say center Joel Embiid is managing swelling in his left knee and will miss a second consecutive game Sunday.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Thousands of athletes participated in Sunday's Philadelphia Marathon. Plus, more details on new funding for SEPTA and the latest weather forecast for the region.
Philadelphia Marathon race director Kathleen Titus talked to CBS News Philadelphia about what draws athletes to the race and what makes the weekend a success.
PSPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson shares some tips for helping kittens adjust to living in a new home and adapt to your schedule in this week's Pet Project.
It will be a wet week for those traveling for Thanksgiving, but most of the region should dodge snow – wintry mix is possible Thursday into Friday the farther north you go. Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest of the NEXT Weather forecast.