United States

American Doctors Canada

American doctors are moving to Canada to escape the Trump administration

Former Eagles star Terrell Owens to get feature-length documentary on Amazon Prime

Terrell Owens Documentary

'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' gang will scheme to start boy band in 'Abbott Elementary' crossover

Always Sunny Abbott

401(k) creator gives investment advice as Trump's tariff turmoil sends stock markets spiraling

Stock Market 401k

Bruce Springsteen's 'Streets of Philadelphia' sessions from upcoming lost albums has 'hip-hop edge'

Bruce Springsteen Philadelphia

Despite Trump rollbacks, experts say electric vehicles are 'here to stay' in America's automotive future

electric vehicle industry

Union leaders lament DOGE 'harassment' as Philly federal workers brace for 'next shoe' to drop

Federal Workers Philly

Infant deaths increased in states that implemented abortion bans, study finds

Infant mortality abortion

Philly influencers left conflicted and confused about TikTok after brief U.S. ban over the weekend

tiktok ban philadelphia influencers

Astronomer shares tips for viewing the 'parade of planets' this month

Parade of Planets

3D-printed guns, like the one used in the United Healthcare CEO shooting, pose growing challenge for law enforcement

3d printed guns

Diet low in magnesium could be linked to higher risk of heart disease

Magnesium Deficiency Heart

Retail theft continues to plague largest U.S. cities, new data shows mounting losses

retail theft data

College students caught between professors' AI bans and employers' growing demand for AI skills

AI college students

Manufacturing already has made a comeback in most states, but Pennsylvania lags behind

manufacturing PA NJ

Kamala Harris concedes to Donald Trump, but vows to continue 'fight for freedom'

Donald Trump wins presidency, flipping Pa. on way back to White House

Trump election night

Wawa-branded tumblers recalled due to cuts caused by metal straws

Wawa Tumbler Recall

Here's where Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand on the economy, immigration and abortion

Trump Harris preview

Experts question legality – and effectiveness – of Elon Musk's money handouts to boost voter turnout

Rare sword from a Revolutionary War soldier to be displayed at Philly museum

Revolutionary War Soldier

Wawa earns No. 1 spot in customer ranking of U.S. convenience store chains, beating rival Sheetz

Wawa Sheetz Survey

Questlove's next film project will be a documentary on Earth, Wind & Fire

The U.S. spends more on health care than other rich countries, but its system performs much worse, report finds

U.S. health Care

Visits to Vote.gov surged after Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris

What to stream: 'Serengeti III,' 'Room,' and 'Untold: The Murder of Air McNair'

Streaming Room Serengeti

How much would Josh Shapiro impact the 2024 election as a vice presidential nominee? In Pennsylvania, perhaps a lot

Josh Shapiro Vice President

Living in greener neighborhoods can slow cognitive decline, among other benefits

Green Spaces Dementia

Charles Barkley got a watch from Tom Brady that supports a 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' theory

Barkley Brady Watch

Charles Barkley 'worried' about TNT colleagues as NBA nears new TV deals

A rise of gun switches in crimes prompts a push for stricter laws against them

Happiness levels have fallen in the U.S., and though Americans say therapy has benefits, many aren't receiving it

Happiness Mental Health

Rob McElhenney launches multimedia company More Better Industries

Drexel alum gets 'Shark Tank' deal for sauce brand Fila Manila

Fila Manila

Netflix picks up Shane Gillis-led comedy series 'Tires,' orders second stand-up special

Taco Bell to sell new Choco Taco-inspired dessert, reviving the ice cream treat invented in Philly

More fatal overdoses now caused by smoking drugs than injecting them, CDC says

Drug Overdoses Smoking

Chemicals in plastic food containers have been linked to preterm births; here's how to avoid them

Phthalates preterm birth

Shapiro among governors urging SCOTUS to rule in favor of medication abortion access

Snow shoveling in frigid temperatures can trigger heart attacks, but there are ways to lessen risks

Snow Shoveling Heart

Tylenol use during pregnancy could cause language delays in children, researchers say

Hearing aids may help people live longer, but many who need them don't get treated

Most people aren't exercising enough each week. Here are tips to help reach those goals

Recommended weekly exercise

Page 1 of 82 next

Medetomidine Controlled Substance

Street drugs are being cut with a potent sedative, but criminalizing it may worsen Philly's...

Weighted Vests Exercise

There are benefits to wearing a weighted vest when working out – but also precautions to take

IBX Honor Roll

Technology teacher recognized by Phillies, IBX for extraordinary work at West Philly school

Weighted Vests Exercise

There are benefits to wearing a weighted vest when working out – but also precautions to take

Exercise colon cancer

Exercise might lower colon cancer patients' risk of death, study finds

Riley Cote Cannabis

Riley Cote quietly used cannabis to calm his nerves as a Flyer. Now, he says, NHL players are far...

Just In

The contents of this website, such as text, graphics, images, and other material contained on this website, are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice.

ahealthierphilly is sponsored by Independence Blue Cross, the leading health insurance organization in Southeastern Pennsylvania, serving nearly 2.5 million people in the region, providing health news and related information that leads to a more informed, healthier life.

ahealthierphilly and its health-related information resources are not a substitute for the medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment that patients receive from their physicians or health care providers and are not meant to be the practice of medicine, the practice of nursing, or to carry out any professional health care advice or service in the state where you live. Nothing in this website is meant to be used for medical or nursing diagnosis or professional treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed health care provider. Always consult your health care provider before beginning any new treatment, or if you have any questions regarding your health condition. You should not disregard medical advice, or delay seeking medical advice, because of something you read on this site. In the event of a medical emergency, call a doctor or 911 immediately.

This website does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on this website. Descriptions of, references to, or links to other products, publications, or services does not imply endorsement of any kind. Reliance on any information provided by this website is solely at your own risk.

Although we try to keep the information on the site as accurate as possible, ahealthierphilly disclaims any warranty concerning its accuracy, timeliness and completeness of content, and any other warranty, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. ahealthierphilly also reserves the right to temporarily or permanently discontinue this website, any page or any functionality at any time and without any notice.

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” basis.

© 2025 WWB Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved