Health
Alpha-gal death in New Jersey highlights rare tickborne illness that causes meat allergy. What you should know
The death of a New Jersey man from alpha-gal syndrome is drawing renewed attention to...
Researchers try bold new approach in a race to better treat autoimmune diseases
The new approaches are highly experimental and largely restricted to patients out of other options.
The trend of unproven peptides is spreading through influencers and RFK Jr. allies
The peptides being promoted by influencers, celebrities and wellness gurus are different: Many have never...
Families of two babies sickened by infantile botulism sue ByHeart over recalled formula
New York-based ByHeart recalled all of its formula nationwide on Tuesday.
So your insurance dropped your doctor. Now what?
Here are six things to know if that happens to you.
These are the safest hospitals in and around the СŷƵ, according to a national survey
The nonprofit Leapfrog Group released its most recent safety grades for St. Luke's and LVHN...
2 new malaria treatments announced as drug resistance grows
The new treatments could complement existing efforts like mosquito nets and vaccines.
Global tuberculosis diagnoses rise to a record, but deaths fall, WHO reports
Officials see the increase as an indication that screening and treatment are improving.
Yes, you do need to clean your water bottle. Here’s why and how
Experts say reusable bottles get grubby no matter what liquid they’re filled with.
Is COVID during pregnancy linked to autism? What a new study shows, and what it doesn’t
Researchers examine how growth and learning are subtly shaped among children whose mothers had COVID...
Philadelphia airport passengers may have been exposed to measles, health officials warn
Passengers may have been exposed to the measles at Philadelphia International Airport on Sunday, health...
Biovac starts trials on South Africa’s first domestically developed cholera vaccine
Cholera remains a significant issue in Africa, with outbreaks often linked to poor water access.
Calisthenics are making a comeback. Is body weight enough to get a good workout?
Experts say calisthenics can improve everything from muscle strength to aerobic conditioning.
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
Parents and caregivers who have the formula in their homes should immediately stop using it.
At The Hollow in Florida, the ‘medical freedom’ movement finds its base camp
MAGA and MAHA are happily married in Florida.
Canada loses measles elimination status after ongoing outbreaks
Canada has logged 5,138 measles cases this year and two deaths.
The FDA removes a long-standing warning from hormone-based menopause drugs
The change is a break from more than 20 years of FDA policy.
СŷƵ food safety report: Rodents, roaches, tepid pork, dirty knives
Here's the latest batch of food safety inspection results from around the СŷƵ.
From a few to more than 350, children and parents ride together to school as a ‘bike bus’
Organizers hope the movement encourages elected officials to invest in safer biking infrastructure.
The quiet collapse of America’s reproductive health safety net
Cutting federal funding for reproductive health services “isn’t saving money. It’s wasting it.”
Many fear federal loan caps will deter aspiring doctors and worsen MD shortage
Whether the new federal loan policy will push down tuition costs remains to be seen.
A study questions melatonin use and heart health but don’t lose sleep over it
Don’t lose sleep over headlines linking melatonin to heart failure.
The ‘hard, slow work’ of reducing overdose deaths is having an effect
Illicit drug overdoses and the deaths they cause are trending down this year.
From Narcan to gun silencers, opioid settlement cash pays law enforcement tabs
Some places used settlement funds to maintain basic first responder services.
Sock hops and concerts: How some places spent opioid settlement cash
States, counties, and cities are receiving millions in opioid settlement money to address the addiction...
Tower Health to lay off 350 employees [Updated]
A large portion of the job losses will be through the closure of programs at...
Families pay thousands for an unproven autism treatment. Researchers say we need ethical guidelines for marketing the tech
The FDA hasn't approved the technology as autism treatment.
Disease of 1,000 faces shows how science is tackling immunity’s dark side
It's one of medicine's biggest mysteries — why sometimes our immune system attacks our own...
Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs
Access to the drugs has been a consistent problem because of spotty insurance coverage.
Racial health disparities could widen as states grapple with Trump cuts, experts warn
Many of the programs trying to address health disparities are being rolled back.
Congressional stalemate creates chaos for Obamacare shoppers
Consumers need to be more informed than ever to navigate their health coverage choices.
Trump’s HHS orders state Medicaid programs to help find undocumented immigrants
Five states reported they’ve received more than 170,000 names collectively.
FDA warns websites selling unapproved Botox for cosmetic purposes
The action comes after reports of serious side effects with some of the product.
Can a weight loss and diabetes drug treat long COVID?
New Scripps Research trial will explore the effects of Lilly's GLP-1 drug on reducing the...
What to know about Dick Cheney’s heart trouble and eventual transplant
Cheney had his first heart attack at the unusually young age of 37.
Gut microbiome tests are everywhere. Should you get one?
Doctors say the technology is getting ahead of medical knowledge.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine sales tumble after government guidance on the shots narrows
The fall COVID-19 vaccine season is starting slowly for Pfizer.
First clinical trial of pig kidney transplants gets underway
It's the latest step in the quest for animal-to-human transplants.
When a hearing aid isn’t enough
More older adults have turned to cochlear implants after Medicare expanded eligibility for the devices.
FDA’s top drug regulator resigns after federal officials probe ‘serious concerns’
A federal spokesperson said Dr. George Tidmarsh left the agency after federal lawyers began looking...
СŷƵ food safety report: Old ham, expired milk, infested rice, overflowing trash, warm mayonnaise
Here's the latest batch of food safety inspection results from around the СŷƵ.
As sports betting explodes, states try to set limits to stop gambling addiction
Addiction researchers and policymakers say it’s time to take bolder steps to combat gambling disorders.
The 15th and final Tucker’s Toy Run | PHOTOS
See photos from the 15th an final Tucker's Toy Run as motorcyclists delivered toys for...
‘Colorado sober’ movement ditches alcohol for cannabis, psychedelics. Is it for real?
Self-described Colorado sober people see it as healthier alternative to drinking, praise wellness benefits.
FDA restricts use of kids’ fluoride supplements citing emerging health risks
Previously, the products have been prescribed for children as young as six months.
Your latest prescription is to get outside
Time in nature can lower blood pressure and reduce at least the perception of stress.
FDA says drug makers have recalled a blood pressure medicine tainted with a cancer-causing chemical
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA and Amerisource Health Services issued voluntary nationwide recalls of various strengths of...
Superheroes, baby Yoda and the cutest skunk ever. How NICU babies at LVHN celebrate Halloween | PHOTOS
Adorable babies in Halloween costumes. What more is there to say?
Obesity, diabetes treatments fuel Eli Lilly growth and spark bidding war
The market for obesity and diabetes treatments remains scorching hot, funneling billions in sales to...
An age-old fear grows more common: ‘I’m going to die alone’
Who will be there for these solo agers as their lives draw to a close?
Patients go without needed treatment after the government shutdown disrupts a telehealth program
The shutdown, now in its fifth week, halted funding for Medicare's telehealth program, leaving many...
A ticking clock: How states are preparing for a last-minute Obamacare deal
Unprecedented uncertainty and upheaval could cloud this year’s open enrollment season, which begins in most...
Federal health officials push effort to spur cheaper biotech drugs
The FDA said it has released guidance to simplify studies for biologic drugs and cut...
What to know as the annual sign-up window for health insurance arrives
Many insurance shoppers will be facing the biggest premium hikes they’ve seen in years.
Despite the hoopla, vaccines should be in reach this cough-and-cold season
Many states are ensuring that people can get vaccines if they want them.
Officials show little proof that new tech will help Medicaid enrollees meet work rules
The Trump administration says it’s developing a digital tool to help people prove they’re meeting...
American Water and Essential Utilities – parent company of Aqua, Peoples Natural Gas – to merge
Aqua, Pennsylvania American Water and New Jersey American Water customers are among those to be...
Texas sues Tylenol makers, arguing they hid autism risks
Scientists say that link is not proven.
Here’s what happens to your body when clocks ‘fall back’ an hour
It's time for most of America to move clocks back on Sunday.
Cigna will end drug rebates in many private health plans
The change will initially apply to about 2 million of Cigna’s fully insured members.
Wisconsin Planned Parenthood resumes offering abortions after a nearly monthlong pause
Abortion funding has been under attack across the U.S., particularly for Planned Parenthood affiliates.
What if diapers were free for the parents who need them most?
Half of families with young kids struggle to afford all the diapers they need.
LVHN moves to drop UnitedHealthcare insurance plans, impacting 70,000 patients
LVHN, part of Jefferson Health, said it had been negotiating with UnitedHealthcare on new contract...
СŷƵ food safety report: Don’t use floor cleaner on utensils; fruit flies, black mold, mystery cheese
Here's the latest batch of food safety inspection results from around the СŷƵ.
During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest
A recent study of schoolchildren finds that the youngest students harbor the most germs.
Mastering the Blue Zone way of life has never been easier
A Blue Zone lifestyle is more than eating well.
The nation’s community health centers face money troubles
Half of community health centers have fewer than 90 days of cash on hand.
How do you know if you have a gambling problem?
If you experience mood changes, you may be showing warning signs of a gambling addiction.
How many steps do you need? Researchers found 4,000 steps led to benefits for older group
‘We could reduce mortality and cardiovascular disease risk across the country.’
Contaminated meat was linked to 1 in 5 UTIs, according to a study
There’s a long-standing belief that urinary tract infections are caused by poor personal hygiene.
Private Medicare, Medicaid plans exaggerate in-network mental health options, watchdogs say
In some cases, investigators found providers had never had contracts with plans they were listed...
‘Chemtrail’ theories warn of health dangers from contrails. The idea takes wing at Kennedy’s HHS
Social media has given wing to the chemtrails concept and other fringe ideas involving public...
Why brittle bones aren’t just a woman’s problem
About 1 in 5 men over age 50 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture.
Shutdown leaves gaps in states’ health data as respiratory illness season begins
Without the CDC, states must rely on ‘DIY’ disease surveillance.
COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors
The mRNA in these vaccines appears to enhance the immune system's response.
LGBTQ+ youth’s mental health struggles are getting worse, according to a new survey
Researchers saw a sharp increase in mental distress among the participants.
Medicare coverage for telehealth suspended as result of government shutdown
Medicare began covering telemedicine services during the COVID-19 pandemic and has maintained the popular offering...
How much Pennie health insurance premiums will increase in СŷƵ area if ACA subsidies expire
Lehigh County residents who receive their health insurance through Pennsylvania’s online marketplace, Pennie, can expect...
Anti-science bills hit statehouses, stripping away public health protections built over a century
It's part of a campaign to enshrine a conspiracy theory-driven agenda into law.
Who benefits from the MAHA anti-science push?
MAHA is fueled by a web of well-funded national groups led by people who’ve profited.
Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening
The science of music's effects on acute and chronic pain is just catching up.
What Americans think about rising health care costs, according to a new poll
A poll finds most U.S. adults are worried about health care becoming more expensive.
When does daylight saving time end this year? Turn the clocks back soon
Eastern Daylight Time resumes in less than 3 weeks and any clocks not connected to...
Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies
The approach has helped 60,000 children avoid food allergies.
St. Luke’s hospitals among the safest in the country, federal report says
St. Luke’s University Health Network hospitals are among the safest in the country, according to...
СŷƵ food safety report: Live flies, dead flies, roaches, rodents, mold, expired milk, spoiled meat
Here's the latest batch of food safety inspection results from around the СŷƵ.
Tribal traditional healing gets Medicaid reimbursement in 4 states
Tribes and tribal facilities decide which traditional services to offer for Medicaid reimbursement.
Cops on ketamine? Largely unregulated mental health treatment faces hurdles
Evidence of ketamine's efficacy and safety for treatment of mental health conditions is still evolving.
California to begin selling affordable state-branded insulin beginning next year
Next year, insulin pens will be available under the CalRx label for $11 per pen.
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Backward walking could add variety and value to an exercise routine, when done safely.
Obesity remains high in the US, but more states are showing progress, a new report finds
For the first time in more than a decade, the number of states with rates...
What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?
Authorities say it's the first locally acquired case identified in any state since 2015.
LVHN parent Jefferson Health lays off up to 700 employees amid financial hardships
The move by Jefferson Health will result in anywhere from 600 to 700 of its...
Medicare costs are rising in 2026. Here’s how to save during open enrollment
Enrollees should review their plans carefully and think twice about letting their current coverage auto-renew.
CVS polishes off deal to buy former Rite Aid stores, prescription files
Rite Aid recently announced that its stores have closed.
Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration
The new alliance has the help of a former director of the CDC.
Shutdown forces Medicare patients off popular telehealth and hospital-at-home programs
The government shutdown is forcing a reckoning for two remote health care programs.
Prescription drug coverage options are shrinking for Medicare shoppers
Shoppers have from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 to find new coverage that starts in...
Allentown School District says ‘no immediate health hazard’ at Allen High pool after concerns raised
Following concerns posted on social media, Allentown School District officials said air quality test results...
Medicare open enrollment period starts Oct. 15
PA officials, in issuing the reminder, noted resources to help enrollees are available at Area...