People who live near airports get worse sleep — and may not realize it

Philly Voice (Health) 10/4 6:31A Courtenay Harris Bond

New research shows that people exposed to high levels of aircraft noise at night have poorer quality sleep and disrupted sleep patterns. Other research shows people who live near airports are less likely to sleep seven hours each night and are at...

Healthy Recipe: Pumpkin-Stuffed French Toast

Philly Voice (Health) 10/3 5:36A Jackie Gentilesco, For Independe

Try a delicious seasonal recipe!

Breast cancer deaths have been dropping for decades, but racial disparities persist

Philly Voice (Health) 10/1 9:45A Courtenay Harris Bond

Breast cancer death rates have dropped by 44% since 1989, but there are still racial disparities, a report from the American Cancer Society shows. The breast cancer mortality rates for Native Americans and Alaska Natives have stayed the same over...

Healthy Recipe: Sinless Tiramisu

Philly Voice (Health) 9/26 5:21A Jackie Gentilesco, For Independe

Try a delicious new recipe!

7 Ways To Find High-Quality Kratom In Philadelphia During The Upcoming Season

PhillyBite Healthy 9/23 3:49A phillybite.com@gmail.com (Philly

Philadelphia, PA - Considering that the upcoming season is fast approaching, it is necessary to seek out the best Kratom, especially for the fans and even those new. In such situations, understanding...

A 0.75 increase in PSA could mean prostate cancer

Philly Voice (Health) 9/3 3:55A MidLantic Urology

During September’s Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, MidLantic Urology is reminding men of a critical point. It's 0.75.

New mental health walk-in clinics in Philly and Montgomery County aim to reduce demands on...

Philly Voice (Health) 9/2 12:51A Courtenay Harris Bond

Philadelphia and Montgomery counties are opening new mental health walk-in clinics in hopes of reducing the demands placed on emergency departments. The new clinics will offer psychiatric evaluations, day-of counseling services and urgent...

Identifying and managing coronary artery disease

Philly Voice (Health) 9/1 2:23A Dr. Shahzad Ahmed MD, FACC, FSCA

It is important to consult with your doctor to determine if you are at an increased risk of coronary heart disease or if you may already have coronary artery disease.

Women who get their tubes tied are more likely to get pregnant than previously thought, study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 8/29 7:04A Courtenay Harris Bond

New research suggests 3% to 5% of U.S. women who get their tubes tied have unplanned pregnancies. These rates are higher than the less than 1% of women previously reported as getting pregnant after tubal litigation.

Apple juice sold at Walmart recalled due to arsenic levels

Philly Voice (Health) 8/25 9:58A Franki Rudnesky

The FDA has recalled more than 9,500 cases of Great Value 8-ounce apple juice bottles, which were sold in six packs at Walmart stores in 27 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The juice was found to contain inorganic arsenic...

Debunking dangerous myths about UV rays

Philly Voice (Health) 8/22 4:40A Peter Key, sponsored by Independ

Ultraviolet rays are more than just a cause of sunburn — they can lead to wrinkles, aging skin, and even skin cancer.

Healthy Recipe: Chile-Roasted Salmon and Cauliflower

Philly Voice (Health) 8/22 4:02A Independence Good Living

Try a delicious new recipe!

What First-Time Buyers Should Know About Purchasing Hemp Flower: Essential Tips and Insights

PhillyBite Healthy 8/22 3:32A phillybite.com@gmail.com (Philly

Philadelphia, PA - Exploring the Dr Ganja hemp derived product shop is a good starting point for purchasing hemp flowers, which offers various options, including CBD flower, Delta 8, and more.

Even smoking once a day shortly before pregnancy increases risk of serious health issues for...

Philly Voice (Health) 8/21 10:51A Courtenay Harris Bond

There is no safe level of smoking in the months before pregnancy, new research shows. Smoking even one or two cigarettes a day in the months leading up to pregnancy – or during pregnancy – significantly increases the risk of severe health problems...

New COVID-19 shots will be available soon, and Philly doctors say most people should get them

Philly Voice (Health) 8/21 9:45A Courtenay Harris Bond

COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are up in Philadelphia, but coronavirus-related deaths have not increased. That mirrors the situation in much of the United States. The FDA is expected to approve updated vaccines shortly. Infectious disease...