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 …
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Philly’s new homeless shelter offers case management and medical services to ‘set people up for success’
by myphillyconnection 44 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 42 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 38 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 37 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 37 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 …
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Philly News
Ex-Cooper Hospital worker charged with stealing medical supplies valued at $2.5 million
by myphillyconnection 37 viewsA former surgical technician allegedly stole and sold $2.5 million worth of medical supplies from Cooper University Hospital in Camden, prosecutors said. Surveillance footage shows Marci Staub, 44, of Galloway, …
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Philly News
Philly’s street-sweeping program returns with parking restrictions in 14 neighborhoods
by myphillyconnection 40 viewsPhiladelphia's annual street-sweeping program resumed Monday, targeting 14 neighborhoods for deep cleaning over the next seven months. The sanitation program, which runs from April 6 to Oct. 29, sends crews …
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Philly News
The Netherlands’ king and queen to tour Philly ahead of White House visit
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsThe king and queen of the Netherlands will pay a visit to Philadelphia on Monday, making stops at Independence Hall and a Kensington high school. It's part of a three-day …
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Philly News
Parents face charges after child is injured by wolf at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica
by myphillyconnection 37 viewsParents face charges of endangering the welfare of a child after their 17-month-old suffered minor injuries near a wolf enclosure at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica. Carrie B. Sortor, 43, and Stephen J.B. …