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Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic might be able to help with substance abuse, according to new research.
Incorrect dose calculations have resulted in patients administering 5 to 10 times more of the medication than drugmakers intended.
When diet and exercise aren't enough, doctors say some people need medical treatments to lose weight and they're concerned about diet shaming.
From the Ozempic "ripple effect" to health tech and more, experts share their predictions for 2024 wellness trends.
The new drug, Zepbound is a rebranded version of the popular Diabetes drug, Mounjaro.
The medication, tirzepatide, was previously approved as Mounjaro for diabetes and will now be marketed as Zepbound for weight loss.
New research says these drugs can cause serious, even deadly side effects.
The risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular death dropped significantly in patients that took the new weight-loss drug over a five-year period.
A personal injury law firm filed a suit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the manufacturers of Ozempic and Mounjaro.
Ozempic and Wegovy both utilize the drug semaglutide, which mimics a natural hormone that slows the passage of food through the stomach, helping patients feel fuller longer.
Doctors are raising the alarm for those taking Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss and diabetes after seeing some cases of stomach paralysis in patients who took the popular medications.
European regulators are investigating the risk of suicidal thoughts among those taking popular drugs for weight loss, like Ozempic.
Shedding pounds isn't the only change patients might experience.
Berberine is the latest supplement craze, gaining attention on social media as a "natural" weight loss option. Here's what to know, according to experts.
The research review in Circulation looked at the combined results of 124 studies with more than 50,000 people.
Most of the Philadelphia area is in a severe drought, and the danger for fires remains.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
The Interboro School District in Delaware County is grappling with ongoing network issues affecting students from Norwood, Glenolden, Tinicum and Prospect Park.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
Roads are closed around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as the Bethany Run wildfire burns.
Most of the Philadelphia area is in a severe drought, and the danger for fires remains.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
The Lower Merion School District is warning parents about racist text messages received by a number of their middle school students.
The Interboro School District in Delaware County is grappling with ongoing network issues affecting students from Norwood, Glenolden, Tinicum and Prospect Park.
A woman's body was found in a shallow grave in Northeast Philadelphia on Thursday, police said.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
Philadelphia City Council is getting ready to jump into the plans for a new Sixers arena in Market East. Here's the schedule.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
Crews are battling a wildfire at Glassboro Wildlife Management Area in Gloucester County on Thursday.
Roads are closed around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as the Bethany Run wildfire burns.
The 120-year ban on alcohol sales in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, could soon come to an end.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Delaware's Sarah McBride will be the first openly trans person to hold a seat in Congress.
Delaware voters are selecting their next governor, lieutenant governor and members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Democratic New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer has defeated Republican state Rep. Mike Ramone to become the next governor of Delaware, CBS News projects.
Plan on voting in person on Election Day? Here's how voters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can find their polling place.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
Rose Phillips works with Main Street to advocate for the Bucks County breast cancer community all year long.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Jefferson Health's new 3D-printed implants offer a life-changing option for patients who need spinal fusion.
Gene therapy has been revolutionary for people and it's also now being used in veterinary medicine.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
The University of the Arts' nine-property, 760,000-square-foot campus portfolio in Center City is up for sale.
The Star-Ledger and several other New Jersey newspapers will end their print publications in 2025.
Montgomery County's Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed for good Sunday after baking up fresh bread, treats and tomato pies for more than 50 years.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
SEPTA workers have been negotiating a new contract since June.
A strike by SEPTA workers could affect Philadelphia students who rely on public transportation to get to school.
The 2024 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge event will shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge for a few hours on Sunday morning.
Interstate 76 in Philadelphia reopened between Montgomery Drive and City Ave after a brush fire on Thursday night.
State police said a man was killed in an accident on I-95 North in Newport, Delaware, on Tuesday night.
Owen Tippett scored the tying goal in the closing minutes of regulation, then got the clinching shootout goal as the Flyers beat the Lightning, 2-1.
Delaware State University will become the first historically Black institution to offer Division I women's wrestling.
Philadelphia City Council is getting ready to jump into the plans for a new Sixers arena in Market East. Here's the schedule.
A source says Sixers point guard Tyrese Maxey is expected to miss a couple of weeks because of a hamstring injury.
On Thursday, the MLS' Philadelphia Union fired longtime head coach Jim Curtin after 11 seasons with the club.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Philly sports fans unite in South Philly this weekend as the Eagles, Sixers and Flyers all have home games. Plus, we're talking star-studded concerts and fall festivals.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Last year's reigning champs won the 2024 spooktacular house for the Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly in Burlington County, New Jersey.
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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.
As unusually dry conditions continue, the Philadelphia region is under a red flag warning and a NEXT Weather Alert Friday because of fire danger. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
The union represents 9,000 city workers, and the voting results will be announced next week.
Amid the worsening drought, crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are working to contain and put out three fires burning in South Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
An investigation is underway after police say a woman's body was found in a shallow grave in a park.
SEPTA workers will continue negotiations and won't go on strike at midnight on Thursday as talks continue between the union and transportation authority.