Four Trader Joe's products are being recalled as part of a larger recall of nearly 37 million pounds of fried rice and dumpling products due to possible contamination with glass. …
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Health & Fitness
Americans trust the CDC less under Donald Trump than they did under Joe Biden, Penn survey shows
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsAmericans are much more likely to trust a career scientist or medical group over the current leaders of the federal health department, new polling reveals. A survey from the University …
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Health & Fitness
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic have been gamechangers for weight loss. Can they have a similar effect on addiction?
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsWeight-loss drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic may become the new frontline warriors in treating and preventing drug and alcohol addiction, a large new study shows. The research, published Wednesday …
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Health & Fitness
Women’s pain often lasts longer than men’s — that’s not just a perception
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsWomen have their share of unique challenges when it comes to experiencing pain, from giving birth to dealing with menstrual cramps to recovering from cesarean sections. They also tend to …
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Health & Fitness
Americans desire long, healthy lives, but mistakenly rely on external factors to reach their goals
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsLongevity has become a defining cultural and economic conversation – and for good reasons. Baby boomers and Generation X, Americans roughly 45 to 79 years old, account for about 40% …
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Health & Fitness
E-bike injuries have surged, prompting a need for greater safety regulations, researchers say
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsThe popularity of electric bikes has surged – and so have injuries resulting from riding them, especially among young people, a new study says. The research, presented Monday at the …
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Health & Fitness
Abusing small amounts of Adderall causes adverse heart effects, study says
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsEven a single dose of Adderall, used illicitly without a prescription, can be damaging to the heart, a new study says. Adderall, a medication approved by the U.S. Food and …
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Health & Fitness
Outstanding teachers can be nominated to receive a VIP package from the Phillies and IBX
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsSix extraordinary teachers in the Philadelphia region will be honored by the Phillies and Independence Blue Cross at Citizens Bank Park this summer. The health insurer is bringing back the …
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Health & Fitness
Becoming an expert birdwatcher may help protect the brain from aging
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsBirdwatchers who can spot and identify species may have an edge in slowing cognitive decline as they age, according to new research on the growing hobby. A study out of …
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Philadelphia Flyers
The Flyers gave themselves what they wanted: a path into the playoffs
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsThe Flyers gave themselves everything they needed to have a shot coming back home to Philly this week. They went a perfect 3-0 on their West Coast road trip, defeating …