'Big Boy' train arrives in Philly after more than 100 onlookers were treated for heat-related...

Philly Voice (Health) 7/3 8:28A Michael Tanenbaum

More than 100 people were treated for heat-related illnesses on Thursday at the Reading Railroad Outer Station in Muhlenberg during an event for the tour of Union Pacific's Big Boy steam locomotive, authorities said. The historic train engine...

U.S. death rate dropped to record-low last year, CDC report says

Philly Voice (Health) 7/2 5:54A Courtenay Harris Bond

The overall U.S. death rate fell to a record low in 2025 primarily due to drops deaths from COVID-19 and drug overdoses, a new CDC report says. But flu and pneumonia deaths increased.

Melatonin may be more than a sleep aid; it also may help relieve chronic pain

Philly Voice (Health) 7/1 5:14A Courtenay Harris Bond

Melatonin supplements not only can help people fall asleep - they also may help relieve chronic pain, a new study finds. But researchers say the supplement only should be used with the guidance of a health care provider.

Using cannabis for sleep isn't harmless – a neurologist explains how it can trap people in a cycle...

Philly Voice (Health) 6/27 11:00P Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, Unive

Many people turn to cannabis to help them fall asleep, but that may make their sleep problems worse. THC can help people fall asleep faster, but that effect fades quickly as the body adapts to regular use. They need more to get the same effect....

Should you get a second medical opinion? Why doing so can make you a more confident patient

Philly Voice (Health) 6/26 11:00P Danielle Friedman, Quinnipiac Un

Seeking a second opinion is a patient’s right, and it is widely accepted in medical practice today. Understanding whether you should obtain one can help you navigate your care with more confidence.

A high-agency mindset can help people set and attain measurable health goals

Philly Voice (Health) 6/25 11:00P Louis Bezich

For men navigating the aging process, high agency can help them set and attain specific, measurable goals. The mindset offers a way to take ownership of health choices, persist through challenges and adapt when needed.

Why so many adults feel lonely and how to build stronger social connections

Philly Voice (Health) 6/23 2:41A Peter Key, sponsored by Independ

Feeling disconnected from other people doesn't just affect your mood. The U.S. Surgeon General has warned that chronic loneliness can be as harmful to health as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.

New dads with paid paternity leave have better mental health than those who lack it, study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 6/21 11:00P Molly McVety

New fathers who took unpaid leave from their jobs were 58% more likely to experience anxiety symptoms than those who took paid leave, a new study from Northwestern University found. Dads who did not take any leave were more likely to experience...

Dads today talk more freely with their teens about sex and relationships

Philly Voice (Health) 6/20 11:00P Jennifer M. Grossman, Wellesley

Current fathers are more actively involved in raising their children than prior generations. This includes talking with their teens about sex and relationships, and research shows that both fathers and teens see benefits to this.

Could your kid benefit from counseling? Experts offer 3 questions to help you decide

Philly Voice (Health) 6/19 11:00P Blake Farmer and Cara Anthony, N

Determining when it’s time for professional help can be hard, because counseling can require a significant commitment of time and money. Therapists offer three criteria to help assess challenging behavior: frequency, duration, and intensity.

FDA gives second company approval to use maggot therapy for wound care

Philly Voice (Health) 6/16 11:00P Courtenay Harris Bond

The FDA has given a second company approval to use maggots for wound care. Fly larvae bred in sterile environments are sometimes used to eat away dead and infected tissue without hurting healthy skin.

MAHA's treatments for autism: camel's milk, stem cell injections — and spelling therapy

Philly Voice (Health) 6/13 11:00P Arthur Allen, KFF Health News

Supporters say assisted spelling has improved the lives of thousands of people with autism, and they have powerful allies, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. But leading professional groups for autism science point to research showing that these...

World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread

Philly Voice (Health) 6/13 3:47A Andrés Henao, University of Colo

Events like the World Cup rarely cause major outbreaks, but they do create opportunities for infectious diseases to spread. The possibilities range from the unlikely (Ebola) to the much more probable (flu and measles) and the largely overlooked...

Getting men to adopt healthier habits requires persistence, patience and public attention — but it...

Philly Voice (Health) 6/11 11:00P Louis Bezich

Men's Health Month offers an opportunity to reflect on the progress men have made toward leading healthier lives, and the work that lies ahead. The effort to encourage men to adopt healthier habits requires persistence, patience and sustained...

Lymphatic drainage is having a moment, though research shows its benefits may be limited

Philly Voice (Health) 6/11 4:17A Courtenay Harris Bond

Lymphatic massage techniques aim to drain lymph fluids, with influencers claiming they help brighten skin, boost immunity and stimulate weight loss. But experts say healthy people are unlikely to see significant health benefits.