Lung cancer rates have decreased for men, but risen steeply for non-smokers and young women

Philly Voice (Health) 2/3 3:37P Estelamari Rodriguez, University

Lung cancer rates have risen by 79% for women over the last 44 years, but decreased by 43% among men. In the last 15 years, more women, never smokers and young people have been diagnosed. Studies have shown that women are more susceptible to the...

Working from home and missing your old commute? There are psychological reasons for that

Philly Voice (Health) 2/3 3:32P Matthew Piszczek, Wayne State Un

Many people who are now working remotely report missing their old commutes. That's because commutes provide liminal space – time free of both home and work roles that provides an opportunity to recover from work and mentally switch gears to home....

Here’s what you should know about flu season

Philly Voice (Health) 2/3 10:13A Peter Key, Sponsored by Independ

The viruses that cause influenza circulate all year long, but they are most widespread in the United States during late fall and winter. That’s why that time of year is referred to as flu season.

Women who get migraines may have higher risk for pregnancy complications, study shows

Philly Voice (Health) 2/3 8:24A Tracey Romero

Women who get migraines have a higher likelihood of preeclampsia, gestational hypertension and preterm delivery, according to a new study by Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. The research suggests migraine should be considered a risk factor...

Ovarian cancer often is not caught until its late stages; here are the symptoms that should prompt a...

Philly Voice (Health) 2/3 5:01A Maggie Mancini

Ovarian cancer impacts thousands of women each year, but only about 20% of cases are diagnosed early. That's because its most common symptoms – bloating, abdominal pain, eating troubles and urinary difficulties – can be attributed to several...

Eating ultra-processed foods like hot dogs and soda may increase risk of cancer, research shows

Philly Voice (Health) 2/1 4:26P Tracey Romero

Ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing cancer, particularly ovarian and brain cancers, a study from Imperial College London finds. These foods are heavily manufactured and loaded with additives, artificial flavors, colors,...

Eye drops brand linked to string of drug-resistant bacterial infections, CDC says

Philly Voice (Health) 2/1 5:59A Tracey Romero

Consumers are advised to discontinue the use of EzriCare Artificial Tears while the CDC investigates whether the eye drops are the source of a string of drug-resistant bacterial infections. At least 50 people in 11 states, including New Jersey,...

How does body weight affect the brain? A new study offers new clues

Philly Voice (Health) 1/31 10:12A Tracey Romero

Scientists have been trying for years to understand how body weight – particularly higher body weight – affects the brain. Many studies have found that obesity leads to declines in the executive functioning needed to plan and carry out tasks, and...

Can't stop eating junk food? The brain can be trained to prefer healthier options

Philly Voice (Health) 1/31 5:44A Tracey Romero

Emotional eating, and the overindulgence of junk foods, can make it difficult to maintain a healthy weight, and lead to various other health issues. Many processed foods have been manufactured to trigger the brain's reward center and increase...

Plant-based meats often lack essential nutrients, and can be high in sugar, study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 1/30 3:52P Tiffany Rivera

Plant-based meat products generally are considered to be healthier than processed meats, which are high in fat and have been linked to cancer. But many of them are not fortified with iron, zinc and vitamin B12 – nutrients that are commonly found...

Breast density is a risk factor for breast cancer, but many women don't realize it

Philly Voice (Health) 1/30 9:33A Tracey Romero

Having dense breasts increase the risk of developing breast cancer – just like having a family history of cancer or various lifestyle factors. But a new survey shows most women are unaware that dense breasts are a risk factor. The only way women...

What is anaphylaxis and how can it be avoided?

Philly Voice (Health) 1/30 5:13A Peter Key, Sponsored by Independ

Many kinds of allergic reactions are more annoying than harmful. Not anaphylaxis. If not addressed promptly, it can cause a potentially fatal condition called anaphylactic shock.

Marriage provides health benefits – and here's why

Philly Voice (Health) 1/28 12:05A Libby Richards, Melissa Franksan

Marriage provides an array of health benefits, including a sense of belonging, more opportunities for social engagement and reduced feelings of loneliness. Research shows married people eat better and are less likely to smoke and drink...

Recovery from long COVID can be complicated for people with heart conditions

Philly Voice (Health) 1/27 3:39A Lower Bucks Hospital

For people living with a heart condition, long COVID has added yet another concern to their list of worries.

Bivalent boosters offer protection against the latest COVID-19 variant, CDC study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 1/26 8:24A Tracey Romero

The bivalent booster shots nearly cut in half the risk of symptomatic infection caused by XBB.1.5, the latest COVID-19 variant, according to a study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Still, only 15% of Americans have...