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The patch, the gum, lozenges, medication — it seems like there are endless ways to quit smoking. But for some people, none of them work ...

American Indians have the highest smoking rates in the country: US commercialization of tobacco continues to complicate sacred use of the plant.

Mayor Kenney asked his top doctor to step down after learning he mishandled remains of MOVE bombing victims.

Kids ages 12 to 15 hoping for a return to normal put their fear of needles aside to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at the Moorestown Mall Thursday.

May 13, the day of the announcement of Farley’s resignation, which is effective immediately, is the 36th anniversary of the MOVE bombing.

The CDC will also no longer recommend that fully vaccinated people wear masks outdoors in crowds.

The law would require doctors to let parents set their children’s immunization schedules.

COVID-19 demonstrated that even in a behemoth industry like health care, change can come quickly when it's necessary.

The Pfizer vaccine is now approved for kids ages 12 and up. Here’s what you need to know about how it works, side effects, and where to get the shots.

With a five percent positivity rate within reach, the county is making a slight change to its masking policy for outdoor sports and exercises.

The recommendation follows the FDA's extension of its emergency use authorization to children 12 to 15 of age earlier this week.

Once the CDC director approves it as expected, New Jersey children ages 12 to 15 will be eligible for the Pfizer vaccine, health officials said Wednesday.

N.J.’s top health official faced tough questions from state lawmakers Tuesday in a virtual hearing over the administration’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

New cases, positivity rates and hospitalizations continue to drop as Carney prepares to lift indoor capacity restrictions for dining, shopping and working.

It’s not time to panic-buy gasoline as the East Coast is supplied by imports and other pipelines.