Health & Fitness
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After Four Decades at Former Jennersville Hospital, Medic 94 Settles Into New Home
After 41 years at the former Jennersville Hospital campus, Medic 94 has fully settled into its new home along Baltimore Pike in Penn Township, writes Chris Barber for the Chester County Press. The medical emergency room on wheels officially relocated to its new space on Nov. 18 and has since expanded to include a new…
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Delaware County’s Health Department Has Been Beneficial, Study Shows
When Pennsylvania counties like Delaware County opt to have their own health departments, local residents benefit, according to a study by epidemiologist Becky Dawson and other researchers. The study shows counties with health departments tend to have more primary care doctors, more vaccinated residents, and lower infant mortality rates, writes Alan Yu for WHYY. “When…
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Take a Cold Plunge at New Wellness Center in Havertown
Cold Plunge Philly, Havertown’s newest wellness center at 1213 Darby Road, invites you to experience the benefits of heat and cold-water immersion. “The hardest part is that first 45 seconds. After that it’s relaxing,” said owner Alex Rosengarten, a Haverford High School graduate. “As soon as you hop out, you feel instantly better.” It’s the…
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How Does the Life Expectancy in Montgomery County Compare to the Rest of PA?
Life expectancy in the United States has climbed by nearly seven years over the past half-century, writes Stacker. It rose from 70.8 in 1970 to 77.5 in 2022, according to the CDC. Factors influencing lifespan range from genetics and lifestyle habits to diet, weight, and physical activity. However, where you live also plays a significant…
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Katie Florio, a Carroll Grad From Ardmore Wins Philadelphia Marathon
Center City mom Katie Florio is this year’s Philadelphia Marathon women’s race winner, only the second woman from the Philadelphia area to have won it in recent years, writes Paulie Loscalzo for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Living in the city, I run these streets twice a day,” said 30-year-old Florio, an Ardmore native and Archbishop Carroll…
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What Impact Has Philadelphia’s Soda Tax Had on Public Health? New Study Provides Some Answers
University of Pennsylvania researcher Christina Roberto did not expect to find much of a health impact when she set out to study Philadelphia’s soda tax, writes Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We know that it is really hard to shift a person’s weight and keep that weight off, and it’s a really tall order…
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Bryn Mawr Native Kat Dennings is a Voice for Those Who Suffer from Migraines
Actress and Bryn Mawr native Kat Dennings uses her platform to advocate for those who suffer from migraines, reports Cathy Cassata for Heathline. Known for her roles in Marvel films and “2 Broke Girls,” Dennings has battled with the chronic illness since she was 12. She recalls times of debilitating pain so intense that she…
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Wellness Week Kicks Off in King of Prussia with Free Classes and Workouts
King of Prussia is hosting its annual Wellness Week, reports Donna Rovins for the Reporter. The event runs from September 23 through September 29. The event showcases a variety of health-focused events, workouts, and deals. Sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield, this week-long event highlights local health and wellness providers. It aims to encourage residents and…
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Medically Tailored Nutrition Improving Health Outcomes, Reducing Costs
A recently released study says Pennsylvania has the potential to realize the second highest level of health care cost savings in the nation if medically tailored meals or MTMs, a proven treatment for reducing hospital admissions, readmissions and ER visits, were accessible for more patients with health issues from diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney…
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Pedal for a Cause: First Conshy Classic Bike Race Raises Awareness for Heart Health
Conshohocken held its first-ever Conshy Classic Bike Race. last Sunday hosted by Simon’s Heart, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Traffic diverted off of Fayette Street over the weekend to accommodate the inaugural event. The race was created to raise awareness for children’s heart health. Simon’s Heart was an organization started by Phyllis and Darren Sudman,…
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For Owner of Chester County Training, Inspiring Others to Live Healthier Lifestyle Is Biggest Achievement
For Adam Lieb, a personal trainer and owner of Chester County Training in South Coventry, inspiring others to live a healthier lifestyle is the greatest achievement of his career, writes Courtney Diener-Stokes for The Daily Local News. “I worked with hundreds of different people over the past 17 years,” Lieb said. “Some of my clients…
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Enjoy Dry Float Bed and More at Thrive365 Wellness in Horsham
Thrive365 Wellness in Horsham is the perfect place to relax and indulge in some much needed self-care, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. “What we do here at Thrive365 is we help people recover faster for sport, for fitness,” said Kyle Zorzi, the owner of Thrive365 Wellness. “We help people who are dealing with…
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New Pickleball Facilities Coming This Summer to Hatboro and Lansdale
More pickleball is coming to Montgomery County this summer with the opening of two new Dill Dinkers indoor pickleball locations, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. A new facility on 330 S. Warminister Road in Hatboro will have 19 courts with fences, an event space a ball machine, pro shop and an advanced reservation system for…
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Here’s a Chance to Switch Up Your Yoga in Ambler, With a Horse and Goat
If you need a companion to join you during yoga, there’s a trend that just might be what you’re looking for, write Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. It’s time to check out goat yoga. It’s a traditional yoga class led by an instructor, except goats roam around and now and then might sniff, nuzzle or…
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New Study at Willow Grove Naval Air Station Looks At Potential ‘Forever Chemicals’ and Disease Link
In 2011, the U.S. Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency confirmed toxic chemicals were in the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove’s groundwater and eventually in the drinking water supply for the base and surrounding neighborhoods. Those chemicals – per and polyfluoroalkyl substances – are commonly known as “forever chemicals” because…
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‘Mommy and Me’ Workout Classes in Lansdale to Promote Early Childhood Development
A gym in Lansdale is embracing mother-child bonding time with a ‘Mommy and Me’ workout class, reports Jennaphr Frederick for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The Little Gym best serves children who are 19 months to two-and-a-half years. The obstacles courses at the gym allow the children to develop their physical and cognitive skills. They…
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CLIMB Health & Wellness in Lafayette Hill Offers Membership-Based Comprehensive Healthcare
CLIMB Health & Wellness, founded by Dr.Jessie Fields and Amy Kempe, offers a unique concierge healthcare experience in Lafayette Hill, according to Main Line Today. With their backgrounds—Dr. Fields as a board-certified internist and personal trainer, and Ms. Kempe as a mental health therapist and author—the duo has created a membership-based healthcare model that…
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Montgomery County Conducts Its First Community Health Assessment To Better Understand Residents’ Health Priorities
In an effort to better understand the health priorities of its residents, Montgomery County is in the process of conducting its first-ever Community Health Assessment, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. The anonymous survey takes around 15 minutes to complete and is available to those living in the county who are 18 and older. The county…
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