The weight-loss drug Wegovy is now being sold in pill form, an advancement that allows users to transition away from weekly injections. It's the first GLP-1 weight-loss medication to become …
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At Trump’s directive, CDC lowers amount of recommended vaccines for children
by myphillyconnection 43 viewsThe Trump administration announced Monday that it is cutting the number of recommended childhood vaccines — a move that drew widespread criticism from medical experts. MORE: Weight-loss drug Wegovy now …
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Flu cases are on the rise in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
by myphillyconnection 69 viewsFlu cases are rising across the country, and only expected to climb as families travel and gather for the holidays. The timing of the uptick in seasonal influenza activity is …
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Inside the FDA’s vaccine uproar and the push to overhaul the U.S. immunization system
by myphillyconnection 53 viewsSix days after a senior FDA official sent a sweeping internal email claiming that COVID-19 vaccines had caused the deaths of "at least 10 children," 12 former FDA commissioners released …
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Strong relationships provide the willpower needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle
by myphillyconnection 53 viewsSkepticism reigns supreme in America, and it’s been my experience that men over 50 reside on the more skeptical end of the continuum. It takes strong and substantial evidence to …
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With norovirus cases on the rise, here’s how to prevent the ‘stomach bug’
by myphillyconnection 58 viewsGatherings with family and friends, drinks and feasts – the holidays can be merry and bright and also bring heightened risk of contracting norovirus, sometimes called the "winter vomiting disease" …
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This fresh, flavorful guacamole brings bright citrus, warm spice, and just the right amount of heat to any spread. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients and no fillers, it’s an easy …
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Trump’s idea for health accounts has been tried. Millions of patients have ended up in debt
by myphillyconnection 101 viewsSarah Monroe once had a relatively comfortable middle-class life. She and her family lived in a neatly landscaped neighborhood near Cleveland. They had a six-figure income and health insurance. Then, …
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Holiday stress keeping you up at night? Cognitive shuffling may help you fall asleep
by myphillyconnection 80 viewsLonger, darker days during this time of year leave many people feeling sluggish. But people still may find themselves struggling to fall asleep at night, their minds racing about upcoming …
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Gingerbread cookies are a holiday staple, and this vegan version keeps all the warm spice and nostalgia without the dairy or gluten. They’re made with whole grain flour, molasses and …