People who only can squeeze in quick workouts here and there may still reap cognitive health benefits, new research shows. A study published in Communications Psychology analyzed decades of research …
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In Kensington, outreach workers give out food, clothing and toiletries from trucks, but potential restrictions loom
A City Council bill that would restrict mobile outreach services in Kensington is in response to complaints about litter and nuisance behaviors in the neighborhood, the epicenter of Philly's addiction …
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The FDA wants to limit nicotine in cigarettes — a move that could save millions of lives
The Food and Drug Administration proposed a rule this week that could encourage millions of Americans to quit smoking cigarettes — and prevent millions more from ever developing a habit. …
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Insomnia drugs improve sleep, but they also may stop a process that helps prevent dementia
Sleep medications help many adults get a full night's sleep, but new research suggests they potentially may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Zolpidem, the sedative in Ambien and other …
Throughout her childhood, Julia Lo Cascio dreamed of becoming a pediatrician. So, when applying to medical school, she was thrilled to discover a new, small school founded specifically to train …
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Even 1 alcoholic drink a day elevates your cancer risk – a neuroscientist explains the surgeon general’s report
Mounting scientific evidence suggests as little as 1-2 alcoholic drinks per day can increase the likelihood of several cancers. This prompted U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy to release a …
Fewer Americans are dying from cancer, but more cases are being diagnosed in women, the American Cancer Society's latest report says. An estimated 2.04 million cancer cases and 618,120 cancer …
At Independence Blue Cross (IBX), we’ve made a powerful commitment to advancing health equity in the communities we serve. That starts with acknowledging health inequities wherever they exist. In our …
After dedicating 11 years to teaching, my life took a beautiful turn with the arrival of my daughter. Inspired by the joys and challenges of parenthood, I organically started my …
Much has been studied and written about the health benefits of a few cups of Joe a day, including a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and certain types of …