Fall-related deaths among older adults have been climbing sharply. The culprit, in the view of some experts, is Americans' reliance on prescription drugs that increase risk of falls. But there …

Scientists have traditionally attributed exercise-induced cramps to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances. However, a growing body of research is challenging this explanation, pointing instead to the playing surface as a critical …

Philadelphia is the fourth-worst city in the United States for people with asthma, according to the latest rankings from the Asthma and Allergy Association of America. Allentown ranked No. 3.

People who have insomnia may be at much higher risk of developing dementia than people who have no trouble sleeping, a new study suggests. People who had trouble sleeping at …

New Jersey issued an order this week to expand access to the COVID-19 vaccine, contradicting recently changed federal guidelines that limit who's eligible for the shot.

Fall is the perfect time to enjoy treats that are both tasty and good for you. These Pumpkin Fudge Bites have a creamy, fudge-like texture and a warm pumpkin flavor …

Happiness may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about New Jersey. But according a new survey, it's actually the fourth happiest state in the country, …

The United States death rate in 2024 was the lowest it has been since the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to a new CDC report. Heart disease and cancer were the …

Couples are likely to share diagnoses for a wide range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, substance use disorder and autism, a new study shows.

An estimated 44% of people ages 15 and older with type 2 diabetes worldwide don't realize they have the disease, a study in The Lancet shows. Diagnosis is key to …