Tramadol, a common opioid, is only slightly effective at treating chronic pain, a new study says. It also puts people at higher risk for adverse cardiac events including congestive heart …
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Scents can influence the way you feel, both mentally and physically. That’s the idea behind aromatherapy, a practice that uses essential oils to help reduce stress, boost mood, and support …
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Health & Fitness
How rich you are determines how long you live, new report suggests
by myphillyconnection 72 viewsMoney can't buy happiness or love – but it may buy more years of life, a new national report suggests. Older adults in the poorest 20% of the U.S. population …
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How much sleep do children get? Not as much as their parents think
by myphillyconnection 77 viewsThe vast majority of children in the U.S. are sleeping less than their parents think, new research show. Most children are also not getting the recommended amount of sleep.
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Costco is selling weight-loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy at discounted prices
by myphillyconnection 81 viewsCostco is now selling weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for discounted rates. Members can purchase the drugs for $499 per month with a prescription.
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Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem characterized by narrowed arteries that reduce blood flow to the limbs. Approximately 6.5 million people aged 40 and older in the …
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Health & Fitness
Breastfeeding is ideal for child and parent health but challenging for most families – here’s how to find support
by myphillyconnection 81 viewsThe American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents breastfeed their child for up to two years, but many new parents are unable to reach this goal due to an array of …
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The credentials plastic surgeons should hold and be permitted to advertise remains a contentious debate. Figuring out which of those credentials and marketing claims to trust, and how to steer …
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Fall is a great time to give running a try, with a range of races in the Philly region
by myphillyconnection 71 viewsNothing beats running as a high-value exercise with low cost, minimal training and social benefits. In business, we'd characterize running as a great value proposition considering its return on our …
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Generation X was the first to grow up with ultra-processed foods. Many struggle to stop eating them
by myphillyconnection 80 viewsGeneration X was the first to be exposed on a regular basis to ultra-processed foods. As a result, this generation exhibits signs of addiction to these foods, including cravings and …