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 5 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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Newly approved weight-loss pills could expand access to GLP-1s
by myphillyconnection 3 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 2 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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Wawa recalls lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch sold at Philly-area stores
by myphillyconnection 3 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 2 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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Common chemicals used in plastics linked to millions of premature births
by myphillyconnection 5 viewsChemicals commonly found in plastics contributed to nearly 2 million premature births worldwide in 2018, a new study found. The causes of premature births are not entirely understood, but research …
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Most people use substances of some kind at some point in their lives, whether it’s alcohol at a celebration, prescription medicine after surgery, or nicotine to cope with stress. While …
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Health & Fitness
Lounging with a puzzle or book instead of binge-watching TV may decrease the risk of dementia
by myphillyconnection 6 viewsToo much sedentary activity has been found to increase the risk of developing dementia. But a new study suggests that sitting with a pair of knitting needles, rather than just …
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Boil water advisory in effect in parts of Delco due to potential for contamination
by myphillyconnection 7 viewsSeveral Delaware County communities are being advised to boil their water due to the potential for contamination caused by a water main break Thursday afternoon. People in Upper Chichester, Lower …