https://ardmore.bubblelife.com/community/philadelphia_newsThe latest news and information from Phiiladelphia.https://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7Q9L/Jefferson_Methodist_Hospital_closed_indefinitely_after_power_outage_forces_evacuation.html(Philly Voice (Health)) Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia was evacuated Tuesday night after a power outage. The issue was reportedly caused by flooding in the facility's basement. Backup generators failed.Wed, 20 May 2026 05:18:35 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7Q9K/Children_are_increasingly_visiting_doctors_for_anxiety_and_other_mental_health_issues_study_shows.html(Philly Voice (Health)) Pediatricians have seen a surge in anxiety and other mental health issues among children in recent years, a new study found. The research highlights a need for more training among pediatricians to screen and treat mental health issues.Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7JKY/You_know_exercise_is_good_for_you_so_why_is_it_so_hard_to_put_it_into_practice.html(Philly Voice (Health)) Despite knowing the benefits of exercise, many people struggle to consistently work out. Education alone does not predict changes in behavior. Instead, shifting beliefs about the barriers preventing exercise might actually be the key to getting...Sat, 16 May 2026 23:00:00 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7FAN/Using_AI_for_health_questions_Heres_what_to_know_before_you_trust_the_answer.html(Philly Voice (Health)) AI tools are becoming a go-to for people with health questions. They’re fast, easy to use, and can sound surprisingly confident. But that confidence can be misleading.Fri, 15 May 2026 06:12:23 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7FAM/The_health_benefits_of_relationships_are_significant_as_new_cancer_research_reiterates.html(Philly Voice (Health)) Marriage is linked to a substantially lower risk of developing cancer, new research shows. This is further evidence that committed relationships have the power to improve individual's health.Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y7A52/How_the_use_of_digital_twins_may_transform_the_way_ALS_is_treated.html(Philly Voice (Health)) The treatment of ALS may be improved by the use of digital twins — virtual replicas of patients that use their medical data to predict the way the illness will progress. This could help doctors target therapies that more quickly slow the progression...Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y73FU/That_discount_at_the_pharmacy_counter_may_pack_hidden_costs.html(Philly Voice (Health)) Even as prescription drug costs rise, patients with commercial insurance have slowed their use of manufacturer-sponsored drug coupons in recent years due to affordability issues.Sat, 09 May 2026 23:00:00 Zhttps://ardmore.bubblelife.com/v/35148823/Y72ND/Trump_promised_cheaper_drugs_Some_prices_dropped_Many_others_shot_up.html(Philly Voice (Health)) President Donald Trump has promised cheaper prescription drugs with the rollout of TrumpRx and some new Medicaid deals. But the share of Americans benefitting from these options is slim.Fri, 08 May 2026 23:00:00 Z