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Lead is especially harmful to children because they are developing, so knowing potential exposure sources provides a first layer of protection.

People with hoarding disorder can endanger themselves and their communities if left untreated. An Irwin nonprofit is stepping up to offer support.

Toward the end of November, scammers try to leverage a Medicare deadline to pressure older people and caregivers into disclosing sensitive information like Social Security numbers.

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Abortion doulas help patients navigate the possible pain, discomfort and emotions that arise when ending a pregnancy, along with the logistical hurdles they might face in seeking care.

One organizer describes a death cafe as a space where people can ask questions about mortality without fear of being judged or ostracized.

Consolidations in the health care industry are driving opaque charges that experts say more and more patients are seeing on their bills.

Demographic data on caregiving in Pennsylvania show some of the pay, gender and health factors that influence the quality of care.