China

Wuhan Institute of Virology

Analysis: Why we'll likely never know whether a COVID lab leak happened in China

Astrophysicist captures images of Chinese rocket core set to crash to Earth

China Rocket Images

Chinese rocket debris now expected to crash to Earth this weekend, officials say

China Rocket Two

Out-of-control Chinese rocket could crash land on Earth — and Philly may be in its path

China Rocket Core

New film highlights Philly Orchestra's impact on classical music in China

Philadelphia Orchestra documentary

Sixers GM Daryl Morey cracks Four Seasons Total Landscaping joke after blowout loss to Blazers

Daryl Morey Sixers Tweet

COVID-19 symptoms can linger for months after hospitalization

COVID-19 long-haulers study

Many U.S. health experts underestimated the coronavirus … until it was too late

COVID-19 Pandemic History

What to make of the new H1N1 swine flu with 'pandemic potential'

H1N1 Swine Flu

Remdesivir fails to meet expectations as COVID-19 treatment in first clinical trial

Remdesivir early results

Why so many epidemics originate in Asia and Africa – and why we can expect more

Wuhan china coronavirus covid19.jpg

Philly native living in Beijing shares YouTube video praising China's coronavirus response

Philly native in China

Digestive symptoms, diarrhea could be signs of coronavirus, Chinese study finds

Digestive Symptoms Coronavirus

Penn suspends university-related travel to four countries as coronavirus spreads across the world

University of Penn coronavirus

Sixers hold team meeting to discuss coronavirus prevention

Sixers

As a coronavirus pandemic looms, CDC warns Americans to prepare for 'disruptive' interventions

Coronavirus community spread United States

Health officials should begin preparing for the next viral outbreak now – even as coronavirus keeps spreading

viral outbreak response

What is a pandemic – and will the coronavirus outbreak become one? Health experts weigh in

Coronavirus in China

Facts vs. fears: Five ways to help weigh your coronavirus risk

Coronavirus Risk United States

New Jersey among states that received faulty coronavirus test kits from CDC

Coronavirus Testing New Jersey

First U.S. citizen dies of coronavirus in Wuhan hospital

First American death coronavirus

Penn student stuck in Chinese 'ghost city' amid coronavirus lockdown

The coronavirus outbreak has people rushing to buy face masks – but do they work?

Coronavirus prevention face masks

CDC confirms first person-to-person coronavirus transmission in U.S.

Person-to-person transmission confirmed in U.S.

New Jersey sets up coronavirus hotline in hopes of reducing public fear

Coronavirus

Philadelphia Airport among those screening passengers for coronavirus

Coronavirus Airport Screening Philadelphia

Second Philadelphia patient cleared of having coronavirus, health officials say

Another possible coronavirus case in Philly

William Penn Charter exchange student does not have coronavirus, testing shows

As the coronavirus spreads across the U.S., here's what you need to know

Coronavirus China United States symptoms prevention

The new coronavirus outbreak in China may have originated in snakes

Chinese coronavirus snakes

Two more cases of coronavirus discovered in California

coronavirus

Despite a second coronavirus case, CDC says Americans' risk remains low

Chinese coronavirus American victims

CDC confirms first U.S. case of potentially deadly new coronavirus

Coronavirus washington

WHO warns hospitals worldwide about possible spread of new coronavirus

08192015_coronaviruses_wiki

Adding good deeds to your New Year's resolutions may reduce physical pain

Good deeds can reduce physical pain

Sleeping – and napping – too long may increase risk of stroke

Sleep Stroke Risk

Chinese hunter diagnosed with bubonic plague after eating wild hare

Bubonic plague China hunter rabbit

Chinese scientists use CRISPR to edit genes of HIV patient

CRISPR gene editing 04162019

Nearly $1 million in counterfeit smartphones seized at Philly port

Counterfeit phones

A selfie video can measure your blood pressure

Blood Pressure Measurement Smartphone selfie

1,000-squat competition lands two teens in the hospital

squat challenge hospitalized

Temporary tattoo-like 'artificial throat' could help mute people 'speak'

Artificial Throat Mute Speech

Eating too much spicy food could increase risk of dementia, new research suggests

Chili peppers

Page 1 of 3 next

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.

© 2021 WWB Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved