I began practicing psychotherapy during the Reagan administration. Thirty years went by before distress about politics became a clinical issue for any of my clients. I remember the moment it …
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The federal government has long steered clear of regulating junk food, fast food and ultra-processed food. Now attitudes are changing, and some members of President Donald Trump's inner circle are …
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Being an Eagles fan has mental health benefits – but also is tied to poor eating habits
The Eagles have Philly fandom peaking. With the Birds heading to the NFC championship game, the region is euphoric at the prospect of another trip to the Super Bowl. The …
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Winter is the best time to test homes for radon, a natural gas that causes lung cancer
One of the leading causes of lung cancer is exposure to a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that is especially prevalent in Pennsylvania. Radon accounts for more than half of all …
Children whose parents divorce face a variety of challenges. Among them: a higher risk for stroke as adults, according to a new study. Prior research has shown links between adverse …
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Philly’s first bird flu case is a sick goose, but threat to humans is low, officials say
A snow goose found sick in West Philadelphia has tested positive for bird flu – Philly's first case, city health officials said Wednesday. The goose was found on the 1200 …
Engaging in structured physical activities from a young age may give children an academic edge. Teenagers who play team sports, such as soccer or basketball, or compete in artistic sports, …
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Ozempic and Wegovy are helping many Americans lose weight, but they also may have other beneficial uses
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are so prevalent that 1 in 5 adults in the United States report taking these drugs for obesity. This class of drugs, known as …
The first Baby Cafe location in New Jersey opens Thursday, aiming to offer breastfeeding parents a free and welcoming environment to gather for support, education and connection. Baby Cafe is …
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New court in Kensington will serve as a pipeline to drug treatment, Mayor Parker says
Some people arrested for low-level drug crimes in Kensington now may be eligible for expedited court hearings and immediate treatment referrals. The new Kensington Neighborhood Wellness Court and Wellness Support …