Health & Fitness

The majority of teenagers in the U.S. do not drink, smoke or use marijuana, a new report shows. The percentage of teens abstaining from alcohol, tobacco and marijuana in 2024 …

When Amelia Fletcher started volunteering several years ago with The Everywhere Project by helping to serve meals and provide clothing to Philadelphians in need, she immediately noticed the children standing …

Sleep apnea may be linked to brain changes that cause Alzheimer's disease, a new study shows. Sleep apnea causes breathing to stop and start during the night, most often due …

Who says healthy eating can’t be delicious? This Winter Greens, Squash, and Peeled Pear Detox Salad offers a vibrant mix of flavors that proves a nutritious meal can also feel …

The new year might be a time for making resolutions to improve one's health, but for many people it dawns with the nausea, headache and anxiety of a hangover. But …

Driving under the influence of alcohol causes nearly 30 percent of traffic deaths in the U.S. every year. It also leads to thousands of injuries. Drivers with a Blood Alcohol …

The holiday season is an exciting time for kids, especially when they’re unwrapping new toys. If you’re shopping for little ones this year, it’s important to keep safety in mind …

AIDS Fund Philly, an organization that has spent 35 years working to reduce infections and deaths caused by AIDS, is shutting down Dec. 31, citing medical advancements that have "dramatically …

When George Lai of Portland, Oregon, took his toddler son to a pediatrician last summer for a checkup, the doctor noticed a little splinter in the child's palm. "He must …

The holiday season, often considered a time of joy and togetherness, can also be one of the most challenging periods for those who are grieving a loss. Nearly 95% of …