People who already feel like they are carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders may be dismayed to see the reemergence of wearing weighted vests as a fitness…
Regular exercise could help cancer patients live longer, new research suggests. The findings come from a study that randomly divided 889 colon cancer patients into two groups – one that…
Former Flyers enforcer Riley Cote used marijuana to calm his nerves during his NHL career – but he did so quietly. Today, he says, athletes are far more accepting of…
Warm weather means it’s time for barbecues, beach days, and backyard get-togethers. But with rising temperatures comes the risk of foodborne illness, especially when meals are served outdoors. Here's how…
Since President Donald Trump has returned to office, American doctors have shown skyrocketing interest in becoming licensed in Canada, where dozens more than normal have already been cleared to practice,…
Mini strokes, or TIAs, lead to the same cognitive decline as full strokes over five years, new research shows. The findings reinforce long-standing concerns that people experiencing TIAs don't respond…
Longevity is a hot topic these days. Academic journals and mainstream outlets alike regularly report on studies touting the science behind long lives and tell stories of aging adults running…
The prevalence of clinical depression in older teenagers doubled nationally from 2019 to 2022, according to a report that sheds new insights into the youth mental health crisis. The report…
A Philadelphia teacher who created a digital literacy program and oversees a student-run TV news program is being honored by the Phillies and Independence Blue Cross as part of a…
The mental health of mothers in the United States has steeply declined over much of the last decade, new research shows. Mothers reporting to have "excellent" mental health dipped significantly…