It's hard not to take other people's yawns personally, especially when you're in the middle of telling them a story. Longstanding beliefs, and evidence, suggests that drowsiness, which often follows …
April 8, 2026
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Health & FitnessHomelessness Assistance
Philly’s new homeless shelter offers case management and medical services to ‘set people up for success’
by myphillyconnection 27 viewsA 93-year-old woman experiencing chronic homelessness recently found permanent housing with the help of case managers at a new shelter and social services facility that opened in Center City. Workers …
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Health & Fitness
Newly approved weight-loss pills could expand access to GLP-1s
by myphillyconnection 26 viewsThe approval of a second GLP-1 weight-loss pill Wednesday adds another medication to the market for people with obesity and diabetes. But whether these new options will make it easier …
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Health & Fitness
Think you don’t have time to exercise? It may take less time than you think
by myphillyconnection 22 viewsIf getting “enough” exercise feels like something you never quite get around to, you’re not alone. About one in three adults don’t hit the recommended levels. And that can increase …
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Health & Fitness
Wawa recalls lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch sold at Philly-area stores
by myphillyconnection 23 viewsWawa has recalled lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch drinks sold at some Philadelphia-area stores, because they were possibly exposed to an undeclared milk allergen. Wawa said a temporary equipment …
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Health & Fitness
Eating the same foods may improve weight-loss results, Drexel researchers say
by myphillyconnection 22 viewsMany nutritionists say eating a wide variety of foods is the key to a healthy diet. But a new study suggests that eating the same snacks and meals may be …