Researchers find link between ADHD traits and sleep disorders

Philly Voice (Health) 7/18 10:10A Molly McVety

Researchers from the University of Southampton and the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience examined data from an online sleep survey based in the Netherlands to find links between ADHD traits and chronic sleep issues. In a separate study, the...

President Donald Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency; here's what that is and how it's...

Philly Voice (Health) 7/17 11:04A Courtenay Harris Bond

President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. The condition, known as CVI, is usually mild at first, and characterized by leg swelling. But it can lead to severe health complications, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Healthy Recipe: Fettuccine Alfredo

Philly Voice (Health) 7/17 5:04A Independence Good Living

Love fettuccine Alfredo but not the heavy feeling that comes after?

Prostate cancer is unlikely to kill men if it's low risk and treated according to best practices,...

Philly Voice (Health) 7/10 6:36A Courtenay Harris Bond

People with low-risk prostate cancer treated according National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines are more likely to die of other causes, new research shows.

Jefferson Health receives $28 million donation from Sidney and Caroline Kimmel

Philly Voice (Health) 7/10 4:59A Molly McVety

Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University have received a $28 million donation from Sidney and Caroline Kimmel to fund the emergency department expansion at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and research efforts at the Sidney Kimmel...

Vacations offer more than a good time — they boost mental and physical health, too

Philly Voice (Health) 7/9 7:53A Courtenay Harris Bond

Vacations are important for maintaining and improving mental and physical health, research shows. Even a staycation can help reduce stress, improve a sense of well-being and lower the risk of heart disease. But about half of people with paid time...

Transform Your Smile: How Modern Cosmetic Dentistry Works

PhillyBite Healthy 7/8 4:00A phillybite.com@gmail.com (Philly

Philadelphia, PA - A bright, confident smile can open doors, boost self-esteem, and leave a lasting impression in both personal and professional life. But the reality is that very few people are born...

Piled up trash is more than just gross — it's also a public health risk

Philly Voice (Health) 7/3 10:55A Courtenay Harris Bond

The piles of trash that are building in Philadelphia — a byproduct of a city workers strike — are not just gross. They're also health risks. Rodents attracted to garbage can spread disease, and breathing gases emitted by rotting plant and animal...

Trump's domestic policy bill to cut SNAP benefits to 42,000 Philadelphia residents

Philly Voice (Health) 7/3 10:36A Courtenay Harris Bond

The passage of President Donald Trump's domestic policy bill means more than 40,000 Philadelphia residents could lose their SNAP benefits. The number of people facing food insecurity has risen since pandemic era relief programs ended and food...

A couple that tried to get pregnant for 18 years finally conceived with the help of a new AI...

Philly Voice (Health) 7/3 7:29A Courtenay Harris Bond

An artificial intelligence procedure developed by Columbia University helped a couple conceive after 18 years of trying to get pregnant. The AI program is able to detect viable sperm in the semen of men with azoospermia, a rare type of infertility.

Fewer Americans are dying of heart attacks, but other heart disease fatalities have surged

Philly Voice (Health) 6/25 6:27A Courtenay Harris Bond

Heart disease deaths are down overall since the 1970s, a decline spurned by a 90% drop in heart attack fatalities, new research shows. But heart disease remains the No. 1 cause of death in the United States, and other types of heart disease...

Thriving with a chronic health condition

Philly Voice (Health) 6/24 8:12A Dr. Luz Ramos, for Independence

Everyone who is diagnosed with a chronic health condition processes it differently. People might be sad, anxious, or angry. After the initial shock wears off, it is important to keep your mindset positive because you can manage this!

Summertime got you feeling down? Here's how to beat heat-induced blues

Philly Voice (Health) 6/24 8:07A Courtenay Harris Bond

Summertime is often associated with happy activities, such as barbecues, beach days and vacations. But some people actually feel more anxious and depressed during the hotter months. They may have summer seasonal affective disorder.

CBD Oil for Dogs: A Natural Approach to Calming Anxiety and Stress

PhillyBite Healthy 6/23 3:26A phillybite.com@gmail.com (Philly

Philadelphia, PA - Anxiety and stress often affect dogs. These conditions can significantly impact a dog's overall well-being, whether it's separation anxiety, noise phobias, or general nervousness....

Napping has many health benefits, but only if it is done right

Philly Voice (Health) 6/20 6:04A Courtenay Harris Bond

There are many benefits to napping — research shows naps can make up for lost sleep, boost cardiovascular health, help lower blood pressure, increase alertness and improve mood. But sleeping for too long during the day or too late in the...