The use of psychiatric medications to treat mental health and behavioral disorders in children and young adults has risen over the past 20 years – including the prescribing of more …

Pennsylvania residents who bought health insurance on the state's marketplace dropped their plans in droves, new data reveals. The cause, according to Pennie officials, was the price hike spurred by …

So-called "brain training" games may help guard against Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, a new study suggests. The research found some older adults who completed specific cognitive exercises, …

Ever wonder why making healthy changes to your lifestyle can feel so hard? It’s because people are creatures of habit, and changing habits takes effort. One way to make that …

New Jersey extended its blood shortage emergency for another two weeks after severe winter weather brought life-saving donations to a halt, and the American Red Cross is offering $20 gift …

When Jeannine Urban went in for a checkup in November, she had her doctor's full attention. Instead of typing on her computer keyboard during the exam, Urban's primary care physician …

Becoming a grandparent is often a joyful and momentous occasion, and new research shows that caring for grandchildren helps fend off cognitive decline. Grandparents who helped take care of their …

As part of its effort to prevent and treat HIV, Philadelphia has launched a new online tool to connect people with a range of sexual health and community resources. "When …

Interventional cardiology has revolutionized the approach to cardiovascular diseases, particularly in the management of acute coronary syndromes, such as ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI). This specialized field combines advanced imaging techniques …

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common yet often overlooked cardiovascular condition that affects millions worldwide. Characterized by narrowed arteries that reduce blood flow to the limbs—typically due to atherosclerosis …