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CDC releases new recommendations for 2019-20 flu season

A Philly resident has West Nile virus – Pennsylvania's first case this year

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Scientists may have found a way to prevent the common cold

More must be done to reduce suicide, World Health Organization says

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The test that could save the life of a long-time smoker you know

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Offering more testing options doesn't increase colorectal cancer screenings

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A high-fat diet during pregnancy may prevent Alzheimer's disease in children

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Pennsylvania funding vaccines to prevent spread of hepatitis A amid outbreak

FDA proposes larger, visual health warnings for cigarette packs, advertisements

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FDA issues another reminder about dangers of drinking bleach to 'cure' cancer, autism

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An ambitious plan to stop the rise of superbugs

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Screening, early detection driving decline in Delaware cancer deaths

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