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East Montgomery County Local Government Meetings today.

Temple Health partners on community baby showers for local families

Temple Health recently collaborated with community partners to organize two baby showers aimed at supporting local parents.

Dwight Evans opposes Medicaid cuts and addresses gun violence through new legislation

Congressman Dwight Evans, a member of the U.S. Congress from Pennsylvania's 3rd district, outlined his opposition to significant Medicaid cuts and introduced new legislation to address gun violence on April 17, 2025.

Clinical trials expand to Jeanes Campus, enhancing community access to advanced care

Being part of a leading health system, patients now have the opportunity to participate in advanced clinical trials at their local hospital.

University of Pennsylvania creates hub for advanced orthoplastic surgery techniques

Thousands of patients with severe limb injuries will gain access to advanced surgical techniques with the establishment of the Wyss Orthoplastic Global Education and Innovation Hub at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine.

Fox Chase Cancer Center to present epigenetic research findings at AACR annual meeting

Fox Chase Cancer Center's Cancer Epigenetics Institute (CEI) is set to present its latest findings at a biomodal-sponsored workshop during the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in Chicago from April 25-30.

Evans promotes Southwest Philadelphia job fair and advocates for Medicaid coverage

Congressman Dwight Evans, representing Pennsylvania's 3rd district, announced a job fair in Southwest Philadelphia and shared his support for Medicaid coverage and Harvard University's stance against the Trump administration.

Local Government Meeting today in East Montgomery County

East Montgomery County City Council Meeting starting at 8 pm today — here's what you need to know!

CHOP researchers complete study on SCN8A-related disorders, set foundation for clinical trials

Researchers at the Epilepsy Neurogenetics Initiative (ENGIN) of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have finished a detailed study on the natural history of SCN8A-related disorders.

Dwight Evans criticizes Trump administration policies and highlights social security act initiatives

On April 16, 2025, Congressman Dwight Evans addressed concerns on several fronts, including national security, senior protection policies, and child tax credit benefits.

Representative Dwight Evans discusses Social Security and Medicaid legislation

Congressman Dwight Evans, representing Pennsylvania's 3rd district, conveyed legislative concerns through recent social media posts.

Study finds EoE affects pediatric patients' eating behaviors

The eating habits of pediatric patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) have been explored in a recent study led by Amanda B. Muir, MD, MTR.

CHOP study examines receptor agonists' effect on pediatric liver disease

A study conducted at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) explored the efficacy of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists in treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in children.

CHOP researchers develop cell atlas to advance neuroblastoma treatment understanding

Researchers at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have developed a comprehensive cell atlas of neuroblastoma, aiming to shed light on the tumor's microenvironment, which plays a critical role in treatment efficacy.

CHOP Biobank enhances pediatric health research through comprehensive sample collection

The CHOP Biobank is an expansive resource that collects biological samples and records from CHOP patients and their relatives.

Nurse highlights gap in clinical research education at ONS Congress

Colbi Carr, a nurse at Fox Chase Cancer Center, unveiled a study at the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Congress in Philadelphia, emphasizing the significance of oncology clinical research rotations for undergraduate nursing students.

Congressman Dwight Evans comments on economic policies and social security amid Supreme Court ruling

Congressman Dwight Evans has taken to Twitter to critique the economic handling of Donald Trump, discuss a Supreme Court ruling, and propose a bill to limit social security clawbacks.

Fox Chase Cancer Center nurses present study on oncologic emergency training at community hospitals