IMPORTANT: Beginning at 8:00 AM on September 3, Temple University Hospital – Main Campus (Broad and Ontario Streets) will no longer provide Labor and Delivery services. All childbirth services will be relocated to our new hospital location.


 

TRANSIT ALERT: Major cuts to bus, subway, and rail may affect travel to and from our campuses. Read full update.

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Know the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, understanding the condition can help you manage it. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes have a lot in common, but the differences are important.

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9 Organ Donation Facts and Where to Register

You may have heard some positives and negatives about being an organ donor. Transplant surgeon Dr. Antonio Di Carlo explains the facts about organ donation, and how you can register.

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Is Bariatric Surgery Right for Me?

Bariatric surgery can improve or resolve obesity-related conditions. But is it worth it? Bariatric surgeon Dr. Neil King walks you through the benefits and risks to help you decide.

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Understanding the Impact of Pulmonary Research

For pulmonary research, Temple is part of an elite cohort of institutions that are able to perform research on a high level. Learn more in this Q&A with Dr. Victor Kim.

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These Household Items Can Cause Burn Injuries

Faulty outlets, electrical cords and appliances can cause burns. Fortunately, you can protect your family from serious injury by following these helpful tips.

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Why Asthma Is Worse in Winter

During the colder months, asthma symptoms can be more difficult to control. Symptoms such as chest pain and coughing can worsen, even if you stay indoors. Find out more and what you can do to get relief.

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6 Healthy Habits to Strengthen Your Heart

Adopting healthy habits can be your best defense against heart disease and may help prevent heart attack and stroke. Here are some of the best things you can do for a healthier heart.

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Why Meditation Is Good for Your Heart

Want to let go of stress? Take a few minutes each day to meditate to help improve your heart health by calming your mind. Learn how to get started.

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How Your Heritage May Affect Your Heart Disease Risk

Did you know that some ethnicities may face a greater risk of heart disease than others? Get the statistics and learn what we're doing at Temple about racial and ethnic disparities in cardiovascular disease.

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The Science Behind the COVID-19 Vaccines

The COVID-19 vaccines were developed historically fast — less than 1 year from start to finish! But the fast timeline has raised questions about whether the vaccines are safe and if they were tested long enough. Researcher Glenn Rall, PhD, explains the science.

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