Aortic Dissection: 3 Things Everyone Should Know

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death from an aortic dissection has spiked public interest in the condition, with many wondering what it is, who is at risk and whether it can be detected before becoming life-threatening.

“Most people think of aortic dissection as a rare condition, but it’s more common than many realize,” says Joseph Bavaria, MD, Chair of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Jefferson Health and an international expert on dissection and aortic diseases.

Characterized by a tear in the aortic wall, dissection is a life-threatening medical emergency. It develops suddenly and often without warning, although the underlying aortic disease or weakness that increases the risk of dissection may have been present for years.

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Tornado Watch until 09:00PM

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 495 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN DELAWARE THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL DELAWARE KENT IN NORTHERN DELAWARE NEW CASTLE IN SOUTHERN DELAWARE SUSSEX IN MARYLAND THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST MARYLAND CAROLINE KENT QUEEN ANNE’S TALBOT IN NEW JERSEY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 16 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL NEW JERSEY MERCER MONMOUTH IN NORTHERN NEW JERSEY HUNTERDON MIDDLESEX MORRIS SOMERSET SUSSEX WARREN IN SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY ATLANTIC BURLINGTON CAMDEN CAPE MAY CUMBERLAND GLOUCESTER OCEAN SALEM IN PENNSYLVANIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 10 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA BERKS LEHIGH NORTHAMPTON IN NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA CARBON MONROE IN SOUTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA BUCKS CHESTER DELAWARE MONTGOMERY PHILADELPHIA THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALLENTOWN, ATLANTIC CITY, BETHLEHEM, BLAIRSTOWN, CAMDEN, CENTREVILLE, CHERRY HILL, CHESTERTOWN, DENTON, DEPTFORD, DOVER, DOYLESTOWN, EAST BRUNSWICK, EASTON, EASTON, EDISON, FLEMINGTON, FREEHOLD, GEORGETOWN, GLASSBORO, HAMMONTON, JIM THORPE, MEDIA, MILLVILLE, MOORESTOWN, MORRISTOWN, MOUNT HOLLY, NEW BRUNSWICK, NEWTON, NORRISTOWN, NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, OCEAN CITY, PENNSVILLE, PERTH AMBOY, PHILADELPHIA, READING, SAYREVILLE, SOMERSET, STROUDSBURG, TOMS RIVER, TRENTON, WEST CHESTER, AND WILMINGTON.

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Camden Man Arrested for Collingswood Home Invasion Robbery

A Camden man has been arrested and charged for a home invasion robbery that targeted an elderly couple in Collingswood, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Collingswood Police Chief Kevin Carey.
Jose Sanabria, 32, is charged with two counts of 1st-degree Armed Robbery. He was also charged with one count each of 1st-degree Home Invasion Burglary, 2nd-degree Aggravated Assault, 3rd-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and 4th-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

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SoccerFest26 Ends with FIFA™ Community Events

After weeks of bringing communities together through official SoccerFest26 events across South Jersey, Visit South Jersey is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate one final weekend of FIFA World Cup™ excitement with multiple official World Cup Final watch parties taking place throughout the region.

Supported through SoccerFest26 grant funding, the regional initiative has transformed parks, downtowns and community gathering spaces into destinations where fans can celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event together while supporting local businesses, boosting tourism and showcasing South Jersey as a vibrant host region.

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Detectives Investigating Fatal Stabbing

Detectives are investigating a stabbing that killed a woman in Lindenwold on Thursday morning, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy.

On Thursday, July 16, 2026, at approximately 11:39 a.m., detectives with the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office responded to the 500 block of Bilper Avenue in Lindenwold for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, detectives located a 53-year-old female suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to Cooper Hospital, where she was pronounced deceased at approximately 2:22 p.m.
The investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jake Siegfried of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5086 and Detective Joseph Tomasetti of the Lindenwold Police Department at 856-784-7566. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS

Weather Alerts

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Saturday for Southwestern New Jersey. A code orange air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children…people suffering from asthma… heart disease or other lung diseases…and the elderly. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors. For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles…visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/

* AFFECTED AREAS: GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON

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Water Safety During Pool Party Season

Summer parties and backyard BBQs are around the corner. As you get an influx of RSVPs, ensure you are using the best #watersafety practices during this pool party season!

Here are a few friendly reminders for you to keep in mind while hosting a summer pool party:

1. Ensure ALL gates/doors are latched/locked when the pool is not in use.

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Haddon Square FIFA World Cup™ Watch Party Update

Due to the forecasted weather, Saturday’s (July 18) FIFA World Cup Watch Party at Haddon Square has been cancelled.

The good news is that Sunday’s event is still scheduled to take place as planned.

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Summer Book Club For Kids!

Still searching for a summer activity that keeps your child learning and having fun?

There’s still time to join our Summer Book Clubs! Many families don’t realize that new children can join at any point during the summer because each week features a brand-new book and activity. No one has to worry about being “behind.”

Book Club is a wonderful way to help children keep reading over the summer while making friends, building confidence, and having fun in a relaxed, welcoming environment.