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(Dr. Ignazio Marino celebrates after being elected mayor of Rome on June 10th. Credit: Beatrice Di Caro/ AFP/ Getty Images)

Former Philadelphia Transplant Surgeon Now A Rising Political Figure In Italy

American Cancer Society Chides New Jersey For Lack of Anti-Smoking Spending

The Reebok Check Light measures impact to help determine if an athlete has a concussion. (Credit: Reebok)

Concussion Diagnosis Getting Tech Boost

(Dr. Daniel Eun of Temple University Hospital. Credit: Lynne Adkins)

Kidney Surgery Through The Navel Making Some Procedures Scar-Free

Dr. Daniel Eun, director of robotic urologic oncology and reconstruction at Temple University Hospital, says doctors can and sometimes do operate — even remove kidneys — through the belly button, making the scar almost invisible.

2013/05/28

Reducing Healthcare Costs And Controlling Hospital Admissions

Emergency room doctors are the gatekeepers for cost in hospitals, according to a new survey.

2013/05/27

Author: America Is Going About Drug Addiction All Wrong

Drug addiction remains a stubborn problem in the U.S., ruining individuals and families and costing society a bundle. But an author says we’re going about this all wrong.

2013/05/26

Area Doctor Working On Ways To Get More Lungs For Transplant

A local transplant doctor is trying to raise awareness to the need for suitable lungs to save patient’s lives.

2013/05/24

Health: Dangerous Deals Undercover Investigations Leads To Man Running from CBS 3 Cameras Again

A follow up on our CBS-3 undercover investigation on Dangerous Deals, buying and selling prescription drugs without a doctor.

2013/05/23

City Council OKs Law Requiring Parental Supervision of Teens at Tanning Salons

The final vote came after some last-minute pleas from those on both sides of the issue.

2013/05/23

Study: Kids Exposed To Air Pollution At Young Age At Higher Risk Of Hyperactivity

A new study has found that children who are exposed to higher levels of traffic-related air pollution at a young age are more at risk of being hyperactive.

2013/05/23

FDA Regulations Change Sunscreen Packaging

“They’re trying to make sense for the public, to make it simple for them,” Dr. Antony Benedetto said.

2013/05/23

(The Mood, near 6th and South Streets in South Philadelphia. Credit: Justin Udo)

Man Sues South Philly Sex Shop, Claims Gel Burned His Genitals

The 32-year-old mixed-martial artist from center city Philadelphia is now suing the sex shop and the makers of the gel for $50,000.

2013/05/22

Health: Most Sunscreens Don’t Provide Good Protection

Does your sunscreen live up to its promise? A consumer watchdog group says most don’t. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl explains.

2013/05/21

Study: Obesity Rates Highest Among Transportation Workers

Transportation workers have the highest obesity rate, at more than 36 percent, followed by manufacturing and production workers at 30 percent.

2013/05/21

Health: New Way To Drop Belly Fat

The secret to dropping belly fat, just in time for swim suit weather. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl shows you.

2013/05/20

(A high school athlete gets an EKG as part of a cardiac screening. Image from simonsfund.org)

Local Nonprofit Group Helping Student Athletes Get Screened For Cardiac Problems

“It’s the undisputable, number one cause of death of student athletes,” Darren Sudman says. “We can’t just look at them and assume their heart is fine.”

2013/05/20

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Health: New Technology Makes Dentist Visit Easier

Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl is On Your Side with a new high tech way to get problems fixed in hours, instead of days, with better accuracy.

2013/05/17

Health: New Experimental Blood Pressure Treatment

3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on how local doctors are testing a device they hope will be more effective than traditional drugs.

2013/05/17