Prevention

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Measles case reported in Philly; People may have been exposed at CHOP, South Philly health center

Measles Case Philly

More than 1 in 3 Americans live in homes with guns, which often are stored in unlocked places

Gun Lock Devices

Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, the U.S. remains vulnerable to another crisis

COVID 5th Anniversary

As flu cases break records this year, vaccine rates are declining, particularly for children and 65+ adults

Flu Rates 2025

11 deaths reported in listeria outbreak linked to supplemental shakes served in long-term care facilities

fda listeria supplemental shakes

2 million doughnuts and other pastries recalled due to potential listeria contamination

doughnut recall fda listeria

Norovirus, aka the 'stomach flu,' is on the rise – an infectious disease expert explains the best ways to stay safe

Stomach Flu Prevention

Nearly half of adults mistakenly believe benefits of daily aspirin outweigh risks

aspirin heart attacks

A new blood test accurately screens for colorectal cancer, researchers say

Colon Cancer Screening

Drinking carbonated water may boost weight-loss efforts, but only by small amounts

sparkling water weight loss

Winter is the best time to test homes for radon, a natural gas that causes lung cancer

Radon Testing

Philly's first bird flu case is a sick goose, but threat to humans is low, officials say

Bird Flu Philly

The FDA wants to limit nicotine in cigarettes — a move that could save millions of lives

FDA nicotine limit

Red dye found in many types of candy, medicine banned by the FDA

red dye ban fda

As bird flu spreads, how worried should pet owners be about their animal contracting the virus?

cat bird flu

Here's how to avoid slipping in the snow — and how to protect yourself if you fall

Walking in snow

With cases of norovirus rising this winter, here are tips to protect yourself from getting the stomach bug

norovirus cdc outbreaks

Systane eye drops recalled due to potential fungal contamination

systane eye drop recall

American men made strides toward better health in 2024, but there's bigger steps to take

Older Man Running

Long, hot showers can damage your skin; here's how to keep it healthy

Dry Skin Shower

Increasing steps per day, even by a modest amount, could reduce risk of developing depression

walking steps depression

Many people fear developing dementia, but there are ways to reduce the risk

Dementia Risk Factors

Self-testing option for cervical cancer screening endorsed by U.S. health panel

HPV Self Testing

Cancer-causing chemicals used in dry cleaning and some home products banned by EPA

EPA ban PCE TCE

Colon cancer screenings have played a far bigger role in reducing deaths than treatment advances

Colon Cancer Screenings

A few nibbles of dark chocolate a day may help prevent type 2 diabetes

Dark chocolate diabetes

Knee problems tend to flare up as you age – an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options

Knee Pain Treatments

With mustaches, Movember campaign helps young men see value in preventive health care

Movember Men's Health

'Hurried child syndrome' can lead to anxiety and depression; here's how parents can avoid overextending kids

hurried child syndrome

Traditional views on masculinity are part of the American psyche, but they keep many men from living healthy

Man Shotguns Beer

Osteoporosis, the silent disease, can shorten your life − here's how to prevent fractures and keep bones healthy

Osteoporosis Prevention

Nearly 1 in 6 U.S. adults now has diabetes, CDC says

Diabetes Rates

Many men say they're concerned about their health – but they don't act like it

Men's Health Prevention

Costco recalls smoked salmon products due to possible listeria contamination

Standing for long periods can be bad for your health – just like sitting, study finds

standing sitting health

Children's Health

A cause of walking pneumonia is surging in young children, CDC says

walking pneumonia young children

Hundreds of frozen waffle products recalled due to possible listeria contamination

TreeHouse Foods waffle recall

Whooping cough cases are on the rise – particularly in Pennsylvania

Whooping Cough Pertussis

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