Health

ABOVE PHOTO: Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, speaks at the podium during a press conference on the kickoff of 988, a new national mental health hotline, in West Philadelphia, Friday, July 15, 2022. The press conference took place in front of the Contemplation, Clarity and Resilience mural by artist…

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ABOVE PHOTO: A woman walks inside a hallway on Monday, Aug. 6, 2018, at Commonwealth Health Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, Pa. There are several things that can prevent you from getting therapy or other mental health treatment. A social stigma against needing that kind of help is a big one, as is the inability…

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ABOVE PHOTO: A man gets his Monkeypox vaccine taken by a healthcare worker at Eugene A. Obregon Park in Los Angeles on July 20, 2022. (Ringo Chiu via AP) By Maria Cheng ASSOCIATED PRESS  LONDON — The chief of the World Health Organization said the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an…

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Philadelphia HEALs (Healing and Empowerment After Loss), the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s Bereavement Care Program is now extending their services to include bereavement counseling to children and adolescents (ages 4-21) who are grieving the loss of a loved one or caregiver to a fatal overdose. This puts Philadelphia HEALs at the forefront of acknowledging…

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FAMILY FEATURES A bright, sunny day offers opportunities for warm-weather fun. To make the most of your summer, you’ll need to take a few steps to enhance the experience and ensure you’re ready for whatever the day may bring. When it’s time to head outside, consider these tips from the experts at CURAD(r) to protect…

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BPT  If you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), does it seem like your symptoms have not improved in the last 12 months? According to recent survey results, this has been the experience for many adults living with IBS. This data comes from a recent Salix-sponsored survey of more than 700 IBS patients, of which…

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BPT Men are notorious for avoiding the doctor and ignoring warning signs when it comes to their health. New research confirms this isn’t just a myth with 2 in 5 men saying they’ve put off seeing a doctor until their symptoms were urgent and 1 in 3 men avoiding the doctor altogether out of fear…

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BPT How many times in your life have you started a diet? If you’re one of the 45 million Americans who try to diet each year, you will not be surprised to learn that most people only stick with a diet for 6 months or less, and then the weight returns. In fact, two out…

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BPT As exciting as a new pregnancy can be, it can also be equally as overwhelming. There is a lot to be done in only nine months’ time. To set your baby up for success, doctors recommend taking a prenatal vitamin supplement daily to help with the development of your baby’s body and brain. While…

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BPT When you think about exercise, you likely think about the physical health benefits of working out. Many people exercise regularly to lose or maintain weight, improve muscle tone and strength or increase flexibility. For seniors, physical activity can help them stay mobile and, as a result, stay independent for longer. However, the benefits of…

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