December 16, 2020

Are People With Sleep Apnea At A Higher Risk of Severe COVID-19?

The answer is not so simple according to otolaryngologist Dr. Maurits Boon and sleep medicine specialist Dr. Karl Doghramji.

December 10, 2020

A Survival Story: How One Man Beat the Dire Odds of Pancreatic Cancer

Joseph Derillo knew the odds of surviving this deadly cancer were low, but enduring a complex Whipple procedure and chemotherapy saved his life.

December 8, 2020

How One Woman’s Weight-Loss Surgery Helped Her Save Her Father’s Life

New Jersey resident Diane Juliano could have never predicted the victories that would follow her successful weight-loss surgery and management.

December 1, 2020

The Opioid Crisis: Confronting America’s Other Fatal Health Epidemic

Now in the shadow of COVID-19, opioid misuse is another long-term health crisis that has killed over 450,000 people in this country since 1999.

November 23, 2020

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Causes and How to Ease the Pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans every year. But what exactly is it? And how is it treated?

November 20, 2020

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Tips for Brightening Your Mood on Shorter, Dark Days

Daily light therapy from a tabletop light box and walks in bright winter sunshine lead the way in relieving seasonal affective disorder—even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 19, 2020

I Ran Marathons. Then COVID-19 Caught up With Me.

Alexandra Hackett tested negative for COVID-19 back in March when she had flu-like symptoms. Today, she faces terrifying “long-hauler” symptoms.

November 16, 2020

The Center for Healthy Aging Introduces Initiative to Improve LGBTQ+ Patient Care

The Center for Healthy Aging staff and providers enrolled in training in order to learn cultural competency and inclusive care in order for aging LGBTQ+ patients to know they’re welcome, seen and safe in their care.

November 12, 2020

Why I Became a Doctor: A Profile of Dr. Diana Scott

An inside look at how she was inspired to overcome adversity, no matter what.

November 10, 2020

Types of Prostate Cancer Screenings and Why They’re Important

A Jefferson urologist breaks down when men should start getting screened, types of tests available and weighs in on the necessity of rectal exams.

November 9, 2020

Mobile Testing For COVID-19 Now at All Major TJUH Sites

In addition to testing sites for Jefferson patients, a pair of no-cost sites will help reach underserved patients and communities in Philadelphia and beyond.