The human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 40 million Americans are currently infected with HPV, and about 13 million peo...

There are many ways that cancer is unpredictable. But here’s one thing experts know for sure: Some behaviors seem to be tied to a lower cancer risk. And making these behaviors a regular part of your life could help protect your health.“Adopting or maintaini...

While vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking, e-cigarettes are far from a safe alternative to regular cigarettes. Fox Chase pulmonologist Sheela Ahmed, MD has the answers for some common questions about vaping—including whether it...

Updated: July 8, 2021Many of us like to drink alcohol. We celebrate with it, unwind with it, and enjoy it with meals. We may even sip some wine to help protect our heart.It’s possible that moderate alcohol consumption may have some health benefits. But in g...

You may have heard that chronic inflammation is tied to the development of some serious diseases, including cancer. But how exactly are the two related, and is there anything you can do to keep chronic inflammation levels low?First, the basicsInflammation i...

Updated May 25, 2023 If you’re a woman with ovaries, chances are you’ve had an ovarian cyst at some point in your life—they’re very common. It’s possible that you never even knew it. Most of the time they’re harmless, don’t cause symptoms, and go away on...