Health News – Metro Philadelphia

summer

Health

The Dog Days of Summer: 7 tips to keep your canine cool

By Zach Ciavolella

Planet Fitness

Health

Philly teens have free access to Planet Fitness this summer

By Metro Philadelphia

Philadelphia air quality alert

Health

Air quality alert issued in Philadelphia area. Here’s how to stay safe

By Zach Ciavolella

Philly parks

Health

Philly parks are packed with free and low-cost fun all summer long

By Molly Given

anxiety medical marijunana

Health

Can medical marijuana safely treat anxiety disorders?

By Tracey Romero

Former President Joe Biden

AMNY

Former President Biden battling ‘aggressive’ form of prostate cancer, spokesperson says

Nurses Week

Health

Deals, specials and more to celebrate Nurses Week

By Zach Ciavolella

Florence Nightingale medicine

Health

Florence Nightingale’s legacy: The nurse who revolutionized public health and medical science

By Melissa Pritchard, The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Stratus Rooftop Lounge

Old City

Stratus Rooftop Lounge launches yoga and healing series

By Metro Philadelphia

wellness

Northeast Philadelphia

Wellness, wisdom and community shine at Healthy Aging Expo

By Melissa Mitman

things to do in Philly

Avenue of the Arts

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

By Molly Given

Medical marijuana

Health

Is medical marijuana the right treatment for you? Here’s what you need to know

By Tracey Romero

Healthy Aging & Wellness Expo

Health

Healthy Aging & Wellness Expo comes to Philadelphia for day of education, empowerment

By Metro Philadelphia

measles Philadelphia

Health

Potential measles exposure reported in Philadelphia

By Metro Philadelphia

Measles outbreaks

Health

Measles outbreaks spread nationwide — what you need to know

By Tracey Romero

HIV

Health

Aging with HIV: Challenges, risks and strategies for healthier lives in Philadelphia

By Tracey Romero

Kennedy

Health

In Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the US has put a conspiracy theorist in charge of public health

By Hassan Vally, The Conversation via Reuters Connect

city Hepatitis

Health

City releases report on Hepatitis, encourages residents to get tested

By Metro Philadelphia

fentanyl

Health

Fentanyl 101: What it is, overdose prevention, and where to find help

By A.D. Amorosi

wellness philly 2025

Andorra

Kick off your wellness journey for 2025 at these Philly spots

By Molly Given

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