The holidays are often called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people, they can feel like the opposite. The music, parties, and family gatherings can make …
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Nearly 1 in 10 American adults say they’ve received a cancer diagnosis
by myphillyconnection 36 viewsNearly 10% of U.S. adults have had cancer at some point in their lives, the latest Gallup poll shows. That's the largest percentage Gallup has recorded in more over 18 …
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Thanksgiving travel may be particularly stressful this year. Here are tips to cope with the uncertainties and frustrations
by myphillyconnection 36 viewsThanksgiving is always a heavy-travel time with crowded airports and highways. But the ripple effects from the extended government shutdown and the ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers – including …
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New Jersey man is first to die of red meat allergy linked to lone star ticks
by myphillyconnection 33 viewsA 47-year-old New Jersey man is the first known person to die from an allergy to red meat caused by alpha-gal syndrome, a disease transmitted by various ticks. A study …
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Don’t let food poisoning crash your Thanksgiving dinner
by myphillyconnection 31 viewsThanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. However, amid the joy of gathering and indulging in delicious food, it is essential to keep food safety in mind. Foodborne …
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New insights on weight-loss drug Mounjaro may lead to better treatments for impulsive eating
by myphillyconnection 35 viewsNew research out of the University of Pennsylvania has helped identify how major weight-loss drugs suppress so-called "food noise" in the brain. "Food noise" is a term for constant thoughts …
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Support groups for alcohol use disorder are more effective when they are attended in person
by myphillyconnection 32 viewsMuch of life went virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic — work, school and even some doctor's appointments. So did many support groups for people with alcohol use disorder. But people …
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Choosing a running shoe that fits well and meets your needs can feel overwhelming. Here are some tips
by myphillyconnection 29 viewsThere are so many brands and models of running shoes that selecting a pair that fits and functions well can feel as arduous as completing a marathon. And there seems …
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Breast cancer and birth control: A huge new study shows how science can be distorted
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsAs misinformation about women’s health spreads faster than ever, doctors say new research on the risks of hormonal birth control underscores the challenge of communicating nuance in the social media …
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Possible measles exposure took place at Philadelphia International Airport, health officials warn
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsHealth officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport on Sunday. People who were in terminals A and B between 8:50 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday …