Health

BPTSponsored by Sanofi Ariel (Lawrence) Sarpeh was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes right before her 16th birthday — a realization she describes as being both intimidating and clarifying. “At first, I thought ‘OK, I got this. It’s relatively straightforward and I am a good student. I just have to remember that my doctor told…

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FAMILY FEATURES Despite a rising number of people searching for the term “sleep” in 2023, nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults report not getting enough of it, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As a foundation for overall well-being, getting quality sleep is key to achieving goals and being present in daily life….

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BPTIn honor of American Heart Month this February, you can make positive changes to your well-being by evaluating how your everyday lifestyle affects your heart health. To get started, take steps to understand your risk, then consider making healthier choices to help lower your chances of heart disease. Registered dietitian and nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner…

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BPTThere has been a sensational rise in the number of celebrities making headlines for their use of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, for weight loss. The constant media buzz surrounding influential figures may make it more difficult for people to zero in on key components of a healthy medically supported weight loss journey….

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BPTLove isn’t the only thing worth celebrating in February, it’s also important to celebrate our actual hearts. This month is American Heart Month – which is aimed at raising awareness for heart health, educating about risk factors for heart disease and sharing tips on how to live a heart-healthy lifestyle. There are many ways you…

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BPTSponsored by Sanofi More than 1.4 million Americans have type 1 diabetes, thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body attacks its own cells that produce insulin. Although type 1 diabetes is relatively less common when compared to type 2 diabetes, it’s anticipated that cases of type 1 diabetes in the U.S….

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FAMILY FEATURESAbout 38% of American adults have high cholesterol, which can be caused by poor lifestyle habits or genetics, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Having a high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol number — considered “bad” cholesterol — can contribute to fatty buildups (plaque) and narrowing of the arteries. LDL cholesterol is…

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Jan. 19 will be the last day for Pennsylvanians seeking health coverage for 2024 to enroll through Pennie to get the lowest costs on high-quality coverage. On Tuesday, Pennie Executive Director Devon Trolley, Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) Commissioner Michael Humphreys, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, and State Senator Sharif Street…

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BPT Although COVID-19 is not as prevalent as it was at its peak, it’s still something to be mindful of, especially if you have chronic conditions that might leave you more vulnerable to its effects. The good news is, there are things you can do to help prevent contracting COVID-19 – and if you are…

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FAMILY FEATURES Resolving to commit to better self-care can happen any time of the year, but there’s something about the calendar flipping to a new year that signals a fresh start. It’s the perfect starting point for new habits and a new approach to protecting your overall wellness. Self-care takes many forms. Maintaining a well-balanced…

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