Courtenay Harris Bond
Courtenay Harris Bond is the staff writer covering health for PhillyVoice. She enjoys writing about behavioral health, maternal health and inequities in the healthcare system, as well as human rights and criminal justice. A veteran daily newspaper reporter, Courtenay has also written for national outlets, including KFF Health News, Undark Magazine and Filter. She was a 2018 Rosalynn Carter Fellow for Mental Health Journalism and has master's degrees from Columbia Journalism School and the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education.
July 10, 2026
Prevention
E-bikes are causing more brain injuries. Wearing the right helmet can make a big difference, Jefferson specialist says
It's important to wear the right helmet to help prevent brain injuries while riding an e-bike. E-bike helmets have a special designation and provide more padding than standard bike helmets. Here's how to choose one.July 9, 2026
Men's Health
For many cancers, men are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages than women
Men are more likely than women to receive late-stage cancer diagnoses, a new study says. Part of the reason may be that women are more likely than men to go to the doctor, increasing their chances of cancer being caught early.July 9, 2026
Healthy Eating
Sugar substitutes are low in calories, but may disrupt your metabolism, study says
Artificial sweeteners may the increase risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, a new study says. Because they pass through the gut, they also may alter the gut microbiome and metabolism.July 8, 2026
Prevention
Catnip lotion is as effective as DEET at repelling mosquitoes, study says
Catnip lotions may be a cost-effective alternative to DEET insect repellent, particularly in developing countries where malaria is a problem, research suggests. They also may appeal to people who like to avoid chemical repellents.July 8, 2026
Prevention
Summer is peak time for fruit — and for fruit flies
Fruit fly infestations are common during the summer. Here are some tips to prevent or control them.July 7, 2026
Adult Health
When buying GLP-1 weight-loss drugs online, it's easy to bypass doctor consultations, secret shoppers find
Two-thirds of telehealth websites visited by Yale researchers offered GLP-1 weight-loss drugs without requiring medical consultation. The researchers say this indicates a 'drive to prescribe' the drugs over medical quality medical care.July 2, 2026
Healthy Eating
Americans love hot dogs, but here's why it's best to consume them on occasion
Americans love hot dogs, but many are unaware of the health risks they pose. They have high amounts of nitrates and sodium, which are linked to various health issues, including cancer and heart disease.July 2, 2026
Health News
U.S. death rate dropped to record-low last year, CDC report says
The overall U.S. death rate fell to a record low in 2025 primarily due to drops deaths from COVID-19 and drug overdoses, a new CDC report says. But flu and pneumonia deaths increased.July 1, 2026
Prevention
How to avoid heat-related illnesses during extreme temperatures
Extreme temperatures put people at risk of heat stroke — a serious medical issue, health experts say. Older adults and babies are particularly at risk. Here are tips to prevent it.July 1, 2026
Adult Health
Melatonin may be more than a sleep aid; it also may help relieve chronic pain
Melatonin supplements not only can help people fall asleep - they also may help relieve chronic pain, a new study finds. But researchers say the supplement only should be used with the guidance of a health care provider.Just In
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