Zika Virus

Skrillex's dubstep music might help prevent mosquito bites, researchers find

Zika publicity has faded, but the health threat remains real

Meghan Markle's pregnancy brings Zika virus back into spotlight

Philadelphia is one of the 'top mosquito cities' in U.S.

mosquito

A new Zika threat hovers as summer’s mosquitoes get bzzzzy

Study: Second mosquito, more common in U.S., may carry Zika virus

Penn-led Zika vaccine candidate shows long-lasting protection with one dose

Camden combating spread of mosquito-borne diseases with digital tool

Four confirmed cases of the Zika virus in Montgomery County

Zika virus: What YOU should be doing to avoid an outbreak here this summer

An expecting mother and the Zika virus

072516_katie_KG

Pennsylvania health department handing out Zika prevention kits to pregnant women

In New Jersey, 12 new cases of Zika, one case of West Nile virus in two-week span

Mini-Jaws target South Jersey mosquitoes

Fathead minnow

Chester County reveals first confirmed case of Zika virus

Woman in N.J. gives birth to baby with region's first Zika-linked birth defect

Consumer Reports Ratings: Best mosquito repellants to protect against Zika virus

Four natural methods to help avoid mosquito exposure

Camden County woman tests positive for Zika

Study: Most Americans support release of genetically modified mosquitoes to fight Zika

Rowan University researchers say Zika virus not a local problem – yet

Montgomery County confirms its first case of Zika virus

Philadelphia woman contracts Zika after traveling to Caribbean

Three pregnant women in Florida test positive for Zika virus

Penn survey: Half of Americans concerned Zika will spread to where they live

PhillyVoice's 'Quotes of the Week' quiz

Quotes Quiz Feb 19

Pregnant obstetrician takes her own advice, but travel bookings to Zika-hit countries on par

I canceled my trip to Florida for my unborn baby

Penn study examines how parasites break into the brain

Christoph Konradt UPenn

Penn State study wants to find if U.S.-native mosquitoes can transmit Zika

Lehigh University student tests positive for Zika virus

CDC confirms two Zika virus cases in Pennsylvania

New Jersey confirms one Zika case; Pennsylvania awaits results on seven blood samples

Philadelphia residents unlikely to contract Zika virus

Speed up research into Zika virus, Obama urges

sparkling water weight loss

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

Colon Cancer Screening

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

Junk Food Health

Junk food turns public villain as power shifts in Washington

Psychologist Patient Stress

Feeling political distress? Here are coping strategies a psychologist shares with his clients

baby cafe camden

Baby Cafe breastfeeding support center to open in Camden library

Radon Testing

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

Just In

The contents of this website, such as text, graphics, images, and other material contained on this website, are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice.

ahealthierphilly is sponsored by Independence Blue Cross, the leading health insurance organization in Southeastern Pennsylvania, serving nearly 2.5 million people in the region, providing health news and related information that leads to a more informed, healthier life.

ahealthierphilly and its health-related information resources are not a substitute for the medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment that patients receive from their physicians or health care providers and are not meant to be the practice of medicine, the practice of nursing, or to carry out any professional health care advice or service in the state where you live. Nothing in this website is meant to be used for medical or nursing diagnosis or professional treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed health care provider. Always consult your health care provider before beginning any new treatment, or if you have any questions regarding your health condition. You should not disregard medical advice, or delay seeking medical advice, because of something you read on this site. In the event of a medical emergency, call a doctor or 911 immediately.

This website does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this website. Descriptions of, references to, or links to other products, publications, or services does not imply endorsement of any kind. Reliance on any information provided by this website is solely at your own risk.

Although we try to keep the information on the site as accurate as possible, ahealthierphilly disclaims any warranty concerning its accuracy, timeliness and completeness of content, and any other warranty, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. ahealthierphilly also reserves the right to temporarily or permanently discontinue this website, any page or any functionality at any time and without any notice.

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” basis.

© 2025 WWB Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved