Adult Health

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New data from the CDC suggests U.S. adults are only getting shorter and heavier

Jefferson identifies treatment for under-diagnosed cause of severe chest pain

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Is aluminum antiperspirant linked to breast cancer?

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Citing convenience, millennials opting for urgent care over primary care

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Cosmetic surgery varies by region – but does Philly have a 'look'?

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How to stay healthy during the holidays

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How deodorant became a daily essential

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AIDS treatment has progressed, but without a vaccine, suffering still abounds

Drug overdoses and suicide driving decline in U.S. life expectancy

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With FDA's imminent crackdown on e-cigarettes, manufacturers already playing defense

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This 'healthier' Halloween candy option is not worth your time – and 'troubles'

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Zika publicity has faded, but the health threat remains real

Why do haunted houses thrill some people but scare others?

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Temple professor urges more employers to hire people with autism

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Millennials are now vaping vitamins — here's why that's kind of pointless

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New Jersey man dies of rare brain-eating bacteria after trip to Texas

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Critical procedure available for more stroke victims

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Excessive sleepiness during the day could be a warning sign of Alzheimer's

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Gonorrhea resists all but one antibiotic – and that may not last much longer

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Surprise! There are tiny tunnels running through your head

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Lack of sleep could be as risky for your heart as smoking

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The Monthly Migraine: My 'migraine' piercing

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Children's Health

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease is on the rise

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Genetic testing: Should I get tested for Alzheimer's risk?

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Hormones may increase women's risk of Alzheimer's disease

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Alternative Medicine

In a rush? Philly acupuncturist offers 'on-the-go' treatment

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The Monthly Migraine: You never forget your first migraine

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Drexel launches outpatient clinic for eating disorders, weight management

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Parkinson's disease impacts way more than previously believed, study finds

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Hepatitis B Medication

New drug is a potential cure for the chronic hepatitis B, scientists say

Psychosis College Students

Most college students with psychosis do not get the help they need, study finds

Sleep study

Getting too much or too little sleep could accelerate aging, study says

Obesity Work Week

Could a four-day work week help reduce obesity rates? It's a question America may want to consider

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Colorectal cancer screening guidelines now include new stool and blood tests

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As a child of the '80s, I got sunburn all the time. Now, I get regular check-ups for skin cancer

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