Health

BPT If you are pregnant, or are considering becoming pregnant, you may want to know everything you can about your baby. Often, this process will include prenatal screening. To help in the learning process, and better understand the options for expecting parents, a resource is now available to help understand how genetic testing –- another…

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By Shannon Ruane M.S., CRC, LPC healthymindsphilly.org Many of us have watched “Love on the Spectrum,” the Netflix show characterizing the dating journeys of autistic adults. The show was so popular and insightful, it encouraged many to wonder if the challenges they face in their own lives could be due to neurodivergence. But the question…

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Elijah Hill plays with his letter while sitting in the floor of his room, Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, in Westfield, Ind. Families reliant on Medicaid worry changes coming in January will limit access to the therapy as Indiana and other states cut the size of the low-income healthcare program.(AP Photo/Darron Cummings) By Mike Stobbe ASSOCIATED…

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healthymindsphilly.org In a demonstration of its ongoing efforts to create a more understanding and accommodating court system, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has formally recognized April as Autism Acceptance Month with the issuance of an official citation. The citation emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive environments, supporting equal opportunities and treating all individuals with dignity and…

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PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — In the wake of a decade-long surge in drug overdose deaths among Black Americans nationwide, iHeartMedia’s WDAS FM and Power 99 are joining a coalition of Black community leaders, government officials and health experts in Philadelphia for You Have the Power to Save Lives, a campaign to promote the use of the…

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FAMILY FEATURES A walk isn’t just good for your body; it’s a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. Physical activity, like walking, reduces stress, boosts mood and promotes overall well-being. Yet, physical activity levels in the United States continue to decline, a trend threatening both mental and physical health. Less than…

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BPT Have you ever thought, “I’m too young to get colon cancer”? The truth is that colorectal cancer (CRC) is affecting more younger adults than ever before. Despite this alarming trend, many people remain unaware of their risk. Since colon cancer isn’t exactly a topic for dinner table conversation, important discussions about family history often…

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BPT As we settle into the new year, many of us are reflecting on our goals we made in January when declaring our New Year’s resolutions. For many, mental health was likely a key focus, continuing the trend from last year when about 40% of resolutions were aimed at improving mental well-being. However, as the…

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FAMILY FEATURES More than 4.2 million Americans live with glaucoma, a leading cause of vision loss in the nation. Although there is no cure for glaucoma, early detection and treatment can stop this condition in its tracks. “Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States, but it’s estimated that…

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BPT By Satya Jonnalagadda, PhD, MBA, RDN With obesity rates tripling over the past 60 years, anti-obesity medications have become a game-changing tool in a persistent public health crisis. But they are just that: a tool, not a standalone solution. The excitement over GLP-1 medications has led to some misconceptions. Many view them as a…

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