Health Update

According to new statistics released by the CDC, New Jerseyans are getting fatter.

On average, we may use our cell phones for more than three to five hours every day, which can result in a pain in the neck - literally.

Every November is National Diabetes Month to raise awareness about one of the leading causes of disability and death in America.

New Jersey Policy Perspective says federal immigration proposals mean fewer immigrant children have health coverage.

While it is fun and exciting to see our kids participate in sports, I always breathe a sigh of relief if they get through the game without an injury.

A new tool is being used to help those addicted to opioids successfully complete the detoxification process – medical marijuana.

While generic drugs are often less expensive than the original, are they as safe and effective as name-brand drugs? Here's what you need to know.

Expecting a baby? New Jersey has made it a bit easier, and likely quicker, to obtain financial benefits while you're away from work.

About 2.4M people injure their eyes every year in the country. Of these injuries, 125,000 of them involve common household products.

Atlantic County Public Health Educator Amanda Wachter explains the importance of getting a flu shot every year as WPG health reporter Robin Stoloff gets hers.