Several canned tuna brands have been recalled from stores around the country – including in the Philadelphia region – due to possible contamination with a potentially fatal form of food …
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Conventional medicine often focuses on diseases and symptoms, which can make people feel like they’re defined by their health problems. Integrative health is different. This approach looks at every part …
More Americans are working past 65, and most say it has a positive effect on their health
Americans who work past age 65 are reaping benefits beyond just fatter bank accounts. They also are more likely than younger workers to report being happier about working and gaining …
Jefferson Health has planned a multi-million dollar upgrade to its two Level I trauma centers – Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Center City and Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital in North …
Valentine's Day serves as a reminder that there are significant benefits tied to the association between one's heart and health. Here's a look at the mental and physical benefits of …
2 million doughnuts and other pastries recalled due to potential listeria contamination
Approximately two million pastries manufactured by FGF Brands have been recalled due to possible listeria contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said. The recall impacts 60 products, including a …
Anxious to fly after the recent plane crashes? Here are ways to cope with those fears
City officials and aviation authorities are still looking for answers after a medical jet crashed in Northeast Philadelphia a week ago, leaving seven people dead and killing 24 others. A …
This may seem counterintuitive to those who tend to hit snooze, but people are happiest in the morning, a new study says. The study – which examined the relationship time …
Norovirus, aka the ‘stomach flu,’ is on the rise – an infectious disease expert explains the best ways to stay safe
Norovirus, a highly contagious illness also known as the 'stomach flu' is surging through the U.S. The best ways to prevent the illness, which causes vomiting and diarrhea, is to …
How does raw water compare to tap water? A microbiologist explains why the risks outweigh the benefits
Water that comes straight from natural sources, dubbed "raw water," is gaining popularity. Raw water advocates reject public water supplies, including tap water, because they don't enjoy the taste or …