Health & Fitness
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Plymouth Meeting’s NCCN Commits to Improving Cancer Care in Vietnam
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network, headquartered in Plymouth Meeting, is partnering with Vietnam National Cancer Hospital and the Vietnam Cancer Association to improve the standards of cancer care throughout Vietnam, writes John George for Philadelphia INNO. Dr. Robert W. Carlson, chief executive officer of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, said the goal of the memorandum…
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Bala Cynwyd Expert Offers Tips on How to Break Up with Your Therapist
Ending a relationship is never easy, especially the one with your therapist, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. Maybe you have only gone to a few sessions and you don’t feel comfortable with the therapist, or maybe you have had a long relationship with him or her, but now it is feeling stagnant. Is there…
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Do Your Own Sound Check at Concerts This Summer to Protect Your Hearing
The official start of summer is just around the corner and that means beach vacations, family barbecues and tons of live music. If you are planning to attend any concerts or visit any live music venue this summer, it is important to remember that loud noise levels can damage your hearing even when it is…
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Tiny Lung Implants Breathed New Life into Collegeville Woman
Sherrie Nichols, of Collegeville, has had lung problems her whole life, according to a staff report from 6ABC. “I was born premature,” she said. “And then I had pneumonia almost every winter as a child.” Despite those issues, she grew up to be very active and to successfully juggle her work, family, and a love…
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A Hill School Graduate Is Remembered for His Dedication to His Patients
Dr. George Moffitt Jr., a graduate of The Hill School who treated thousands of Pennsylvanians for heart ailments throughout his half-a-century-long career, has passed away at the age of 99, writes Zahriah Balentine for PennLive. Among the patients he treated were many Marines, as he served during the Korean War as a battalion surgeon. He…
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DVT Treatment Helped Jenkintown Resident Get Back to His Active Lifestyle
Jonathan Griffin, of Jenkintown, was able to recover quickly from Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, thanks to new technology developed by Temple University Hospital, according to a staff report from 6ABC. Griffin had knee surgery a few years ago, and shortly after, even the simplest tasks were leaving him breathless. “Going up and down the…
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Penn Doctors Use New Technology to Save Collegeville Resident’s Life
When Collegeville resident Anthony Scalies went into cardiac arrest while a patient at Chester County Hospital, he had no idea that he would be a part of a new clinical trial, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Scalies had been admitted to the hospital 10 days prior with COVID-19. Cardiac arrest is common among…
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Blue Bell Man on How a Double Organ Transplant Changed His Life: ‘It’s Almost Unfathomable’
Patrick Brett, a guidance counselor and assistant baseball coach at North Penn High School, has been in and out of hospitals for most of his life, but a heart and liver transplant has made sure he is staying in the game, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. Brett explained that just two years ago he was…
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TLC: Improved Mental Health With SUDS: A Simple Practice to Measure and Reduce Stress
Stress is an unavoidable, completely normal part of life. However, when we’re unaware of how much distress we’re experiencing, or deny that stress is affecting our perceptions and responses, the cumulative impact of it can lead to anxiety issues and physical health problems. In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, people under stress —…
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Mike Schmidt Takes Swing at Skin Cancer Prevention at King of Prussia Mall
Former Philadelphia Phillies third-baseman Mike Schmidt was at King of Prussia Mall, overseeing installation of sunscreen dispensers at the entrances/exits. The 6abc digital staff covered the appearance. The free sunscreen is part of a public skin-cancer prevention-awareness campaign. The issue is close to home for Schmidt; a 2013 biopsy revealed he had melanoma. On his…
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Wyndmoor Couple, with Advice from Backyard Eats, Nets Bumper Crop of Taste and Health Benefits
Philadelphia-based Backyard Eats helped Jeff and Liz Podraza of Wyndmoor build a home vegetable garden, reported Zoe Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While the Podrazas plan to plant the garden themselves, the city-based advisory company also maintains, waters, and even picks kitchen vegetables for their other clients. Backyard Eats’ services are in especial high demand…
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National Study Ranks Health Status of Every Pa. County; Montco Does Well But Can Improve
The Population Health Institute, a research entity at the University of Wisconsin, has issued its 2023 Health Rankings National Findings report. Its analysis is a county-by-county assessment of the residential lifestyles and choices — good and bad — that affect longevity. Montgomery County ranked No. 4 in the state for the health status of its…
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See Where Pa. Ranks in Life Expectancy Compared with the Rest of the Country
A recent report showed where each state stands for life expectancy, and Pennsylvanians can breathe a sigh of relief at the results. Staff writers at FOX29 discussed the results. Researchers at Life Extension Magazine were able to determine how each state in the United States (including Washington, D.C.) ranked in life expectancy. Factors that played into…
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CLIMB Health & Wellness in Lafayette Hill Treats the Whole Person, Represents the ‘Future of Medicine’
When you call CLIMB Health & Wellness, you might be surprised at who answers the phone — Dr. Jessie Fields. Along with co-founder Amy Kempe, she wants her members to be able to have direct access to care providers. So she’s the one taking calls to schedule appointments and answer questions. This is just one…
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Fort Washington Teacher Aide Saves Middle Schooler’s Life
A Fort Washington teacher aide is now being lauded as a hero after saving a student’s life. Verushka Greta Parker was outside of Lydia Malloy’s English class at Sandy Run Middle School in the Upper Dublin School District when the incident happened, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. It was a piece of candy that started…
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Puppy Yoga: A Double-Dog Cure for Stress at Neumann University
Health Sciences students at Neumann University in Aston decided to put stress “on paws” last week, when they created an original crossbreed event: puppy yoga. College students are hounded by stress, and everyone knows that spending time with pooches and practicing yoga are good ways to relax. So, four seniors in Dr. Kathleen Swanik’s class…
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Former Steelers Linebacker Creates Cannabis Line to be Sold Around Pa., Including Paoli
Former Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker Ryan Shazier’s football career ended with an unexpected an spinal cord injury, and after learning how to walk again and move forward with his life, he has pursed a new business venture with Pennsylvania dispensary Organic Remedies, writes Brian Linder for Penn Live. Shazier was injured in December of 2017…
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Two In-County Drop-in Saunas Provide Bodily Restoration Without Long-Term Commitments
In general, winter 2022–2023 has felt locally more like Seattle than Southeast Pennsylvania: gray clouds providing a steady, damp chill most felt in joints and muscles. A good schvitz could be just the thing for residents needing a physical/emotional pick-me-up. But access through club memberships or in-home set-ups are either inconvenient (the former) or expensive…
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