The easiest way to protect yourself against illness? Handwashing. It seems too simple to be true, but a mere 20-30 seconds of proper handwashing, following the CDC’s handwashing guidelines, is…
Dr. Heidi J. SyropoulosMarch 17, 2020
Every year, millions of Americans age 65 and older have a fall, and almost 20 percent of those falls result in an injury, like a broken bone. But while these…
Julia WeatherlyFebruary 3, 2020
If you could vaccinate your child to prevent cancer, you would, right? That’s exactly what the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine offers. I spoke to Independence Medical Director and board-certified pediatrician…
Rebecca FinkelJanuary 6, 2020
Flu season is upon us. So from now until April, I’ll be washing my hands a lot, avoiding sick people, and stocking my medicine cabinet. It’s also why I made…
Sarah BishopOctober 15, 2019
Prostate cancer is a disease that affects one in nine men. But the good news is it’s 99 percent treatable if detected early.1 Plus, the recommendations for reducing your risk…
Sarah BishopSeptember 26, 2019
In many cultures around the world, aging is viewed as a positive — a natural part of life that creates a diverse community with people of all ages. Older adults…
Sarah BishopSeptember 17, 2019
Sometimes, just the thought of “putting themselves first” makes women feel uncomfortable. But, all feelings aside, women need to learn to prioritize their needs. It is a vital part of…
Susan RossmanMay 13, 2019
There are few things in life more precious than your eyesight. But if you have glaucoma, you could slowly be going blind and not even know it. Glaucoma is a…
Mary Eileen O'ConnorJanuary 29, 2019
You may think your office is clean and neat, especially if your files are in order and you’re good at clearing out the clutter. But, even if your workspace appears…
Philly VoiceOctober 18, 2018
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