Prevention

Colon Cancer Screening

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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

As childhood vaccine exemptions rise, expect an increase in preventable diseases, CHOP expert says

Childhood Vaccine Exemptions

Exercise helps reduce the risk of disease, and it doesn't matter when you work out

weekend warrior exercise

Drinking coffee or tea each day may boost your heart health

coffee caffeine heart health

FDA's new regulations underscore the complexity around screening for women with dense breasts

Cases of EEE, a rare but often deadly mosquito-borne illness, are higher than usual this year

Children's Health

As interest from families wanes, pediatricians scale back on COVID shots

Eating a plant-based diet may help men with prostate cancer, research shows

Plant-Based Diet Cancer

COVID-19 vaccines are no longer free to people without health insurance

The new COVID-19 vaccine is out, but you might not want to rush to get it

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