The number of steps someone takes may matter less than the pattern in which those steps are taken. Long walks offer more heart benefits than getting the same amount of …
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Bright, smooth and full of flavor, this easy pea soup comes together in less than 30 minutes for a healthy, satisfying start to any meal. With simple ingredients like onion, …
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Atorvastatin recall may affect hundreds of thousands of patients and reflects FDA’s inspection troubles
by myphillyconnection 74 viewsIf you take cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, you may have noticed a flurry of news coverage since late October about an extensive recall of thousands of bottles of atorvastatin, the …
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Risk of heart attack and stroke rises after COVID-19 and flu infections
by myphillyconnection 79 viewsCOVID-19, influenza and other viruses significantly increase risk of heart attack and stroke in the weeks after infection, a new study shows. Vaccination is key to reducing the risk of …
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For mild depression, texting with a therapist works as well as video sessions, study finds
by myphillyconnection 94 viewsTexting or emailing with a therapist might provide more relief to people with depression than waiting for an appointment on video-based platforms. That was the hypothesis researchers at the University …
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ith the Eagles flying high and both the Sixers and Flyers back in action, plus the Union making a run in the MLS Cup Playoffs, it’s a great time to …
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The obesity rate is falling as Americans increasingly turn to weight-loss drugs
by myphillyconnection 72 viewsThe percentage of Americans who are obese fell from 40% in 2022 to 37% in 2025, a new Gallup poll shows. That decline coincides with rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss …
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Why your late teens and early 20s are crucial times for lifelong heart health
by myphillyconnection 66 viewsThe health habits that people build in their late teens and early 20s lay the foundation for lifelong heart health and better quality of life.
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As pickleball has surged in popularity, so have eye injuries
by myphillyconnection 71 viewsIf you're about to hit the pickleball court, you might want to grab some rec specs. That's the suggestion of researchers who analyzed national emergency department data and found an …
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Peanut allergies have declined since doctors began recommending early exposure
by myphillyconnection 85 viewsTen years ago, public health experts recommended a radical shift in pediatric care. Children should not be shielded from common allergens like peanuts, they said, but exposed early to prevent …