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Conservative justices appear skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
The Justice Department says abortion care must be allowed in emergencies that seriously threaten a woman’s health under a federal health care law that requires hospitals accepting Medicare to provide emergency care regardless of patients’ ability to pay.
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EPA investigates public parks contaminated with ‘elevated levels' of lead in NJ neighborhood
The EPA is warning residents about elevated levels of lead in three New Jersey parks as they investigate what caused the issue.
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Gov. Shapiro aims to eliminate waiting list for services for Pa. adults with intellectual disabilities
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh said Wednesday that it’s vitally important for lawmakers to approve a funding increase for state-subsidized services. Shapiro’s administration considers the funding increase a first step to boost the salaries of employees who work with the intellectually disabled through nonprofit ser... -
New Jersey officials working to provide health insurance for all children
The city of Camden in New Jersey is working to increase sign-ups for health care to thousands of children who lost coverage when pandemic-related programs ended. NBC10’s Shaira Arias has more on what families need to know.
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Dad, 45, thought he had a pinched nerve in his neck. A rare cancer was to blame
As an employee of the U.S. Postal Service, Len Barchanowicz led an active life and had few health problems. His neck pain was due to an orange-sized tumor.
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‘Today is a Good Day' for NICU families
The families of NICU babies find community and support through Today is a Good Day. Martha Sharkey joins NBC10’s Brenna Weick to talk about the upcoming Miracle Ball Gala at the Franklin Institute.
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How often should you vacuum?
Experts are weighing in on how often you need to vacuum your floors. The time of year and carpet or hardwood impact how much dirt and grime might be on the ground.
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Whooping cough outbreak reported at a Montgomery County high school
The Montgomery County Office of Public Health has issued a whooping cough advisory due to an ongoing outbreak at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School.
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CDC investigating botched Botox shots in 9 states
At least 19 women in nine states reportedly became sick after they got Botox, either having gotten the injections from people who were never licensed or trained to give the shots or received them in “non-healthcare settings,” including homes or spas, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday.
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These foods don't deserve their bad reputations, dietitians and doctors say
Eggs, potatoes, coffee: These kitchen staples, among others, have gained bad reputations, nutrition experts say, but don’t necessarily deserve it. In fact, registered dietitians, doctors and nutrition professors are increasingly advising people to eat them.
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Experts weigh in on those new health apps promising to help with mind, body and addiction goals
New years resolutions have come and gone. Now that warmer weather is here, lots of people are rekindling those promises to focus on health, diet and wellbeing. One way people are doing that is with the help of artificial intelligence and health apps aimed at improving mind and body functions. NBC10’s Deanna Durante has more from experts on what you... -
Philly college basketball coaching legends Phil Martelli, Fran Dunphy share inspiration for Coaches Vs. Cancer
Fran Dunphy and Phil Martelli join NBC10’s Lucy Bustamante in studio to talk about what inspired them to get involved with t the Coaches Vs. Cancer initiative over two decades ago.
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As bans spread, fluoride in drinking water divides communities across the US
From Oregon to Pennsylvania, hundreds of communities have in recent years either stopped adding fluoride to their water supplies or voted to prevent its addition.