Health

Vikki Prettyman, who died of kidney failure last year, helped the Sussex County town of Blades overcome its “forever chemicals” water crisis.

Beth Linker's 'Slouch' delves into this history, revealing the scientific and societal implications of the perceived epidemic of bad posture in twentieth-century America.

The neurodiverse-friendly space in Center City features sensory bags, custom-made chairs, textured walls and immersive art.

Hand surgeon David Ring reflects on the mistake that shook him to his core — and what caused it.

When Psychiatrist Mona Massood saw so many doctors suffering from anxiety and depression, she created a 24/7 physician support line to help them.

The CDC said this is the first documentation of probable infections involving cosmetic services.

Rye’tious Nails combines Sarai Quinice’s nickname “Rye” and a play on “righteous servitude.”

Bell's palsy can cause muscles on one side of a person's face to become weak or paralyzed, distorting expression.

When medical mistakes happen, patients often find themselves left in the dark about what went wrong. We explore what’s behind the wall of silence.

Physical and verbal violence against health care workers has reached record levels, according to federal data.

Gun violence suffered by Latinos in the U.S. has increased. Survivors often face a difficult road ahead that includes medical bills and accessing mental health resources.

La violencia armada que sufren los latinos en Estados Unidos ha aumentado. Los sobrevivientes deben atravesar un arduo camino que incluye elevados costos médicos y dificultade

Statistics released earlier this month reveal a slight decrease in overdose deaths for the first time in 10 years.

Health officials say the only way to confirm you have whooping cough is to get a diagnosis.

Younger people, between the ages of 15 and 24, have some of the highest rates of infection.