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Keep friendships strong as you age

One of the guarantees of aging: Your relationships will evolve. As we get older, friends may move away. They may spend more time with family and less time with you. And while that’s a normal part of life, it can also bring up feelings of loneliness.

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Fitness

The best stretches to correct your posture

Poor posture is a leading cause of neck, shoulder, and back pain. These simple stretches can help.

Health

Sneaky signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

Dementia is more than just memory loss. Here’s how to spot some of its less obvious symptoms.

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Health

Why summer is the best time to get your home winter-ready

Avoiding the heat and preventing the cold is important — and easier than ever with the help of PHDC.

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Health

Natural ways to prevent bone loss

Osteoporosis becomes more common with age. Luckily, diet, exercise, and some lifestyle changes can go a long way toward keeping your bones strong.

Health

The easiest way to stay on top of your child's health

Preventive care at every stage of a child’s life can help ensure they’re meeting critical developmental milestones. Here's what you need to know.

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Healthy Living

An old home with new tricks

To get from her bedroom to the kitchen, Caroline Mallory must travel down 14 wooden steps. These used to cause her pain and anxiety.

Health

Your biggest questions about coughs, answered

Why do people get coughs?

Coughing is a natural reflex and an important part of your immune system.

Health

Help for congestive heart failure

Make lifestyle changes

Lifestyle changes are key to managing CHF. Your doctor may offer slightly different recommendations based on your individual diagnosis.

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Health

A virtual world

Technology has changed the health care landscape in so many ways, especially in access to care and removing barriers to getting care.

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Healthy Living

Access care virtually

Telemedicine

This refers to the specific services available through Teladoc* Health, our telemedicine platform, with designated providers.

Healthy Living

LOL! The healing benefits of laughter

Did you know Philadelphia has its own laughter yoga club? Or that laughter yoga is even a thing? Alexa Fong Drubay, certified laughter yoga master trainer, global laughter ambassador member, and director of Laughter Yoga USA.org, is here to teach us about laughter yoga and its benefits.

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Healthy Living

Three tips for caregivers

This three-pronged approach helps you and your loved one.

Mental Health

Take a deep breath

When life gets overwhelming, it’s important to relax your body and your mind. Breathing exercises can help with both.

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Healthy Living

Seven ways to stay on top of your medications

Taking your medications as prescribed by your doctor is one of the most important first steps in managing health conditions. Following your doctor’s orders can lead to fewer complications.

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Fitness

Three ways to work your biceps

Every time you lift something up, your biceps are at work. Keep them strong and toned with these simple exercises.

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Main Dish

Southwest black bean burger bowls

Nutrition

Chill out: The perks of frozen foods

If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a million times: Fresh food is best. Right? According to registered dietitians, maybe not.

Health

Does it really pay to see an in-network provider? Yes!

Discover how picking an in-network doctor can help you save money on your health care.

Health

Medication management: Why it matters and how to improve it

If you have a chronic health condition, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, it’s likely that your doctor has prescribed medication to help manage your symptoms.

Health

Know the differences: Cold vs. flu vs. COVID-19

You know the drill: You start to feel a runny nose or sore throat coming on. After a day or so, you may be coughing, too. But do you have a fever? Has your sense of taste or smell changed? Get to know the symptoms of a cold, the flu, and COVID-19.

Nutrition

Healthy heart, happy belly

Eat your way to lower cholesterol

Health

Health screenings: Your fall to-do list

Routine preventive health screenings can help you detect underlying conditions earlier, when they’re easier to treat. Here are a few that you might need — ask your primary care provider which ones are right for you.

Healthy Living

Ready for home emergencies

With winter just around the corner, it’s smart to know who can help if the chilly weather brings unexpected home repairs. And PHDC is here to help you.

Mental Health

Five ways to train your brain

Boost thinking, memory, and more with regular workouts for your mind.

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Why do people get coughs?

Make lifestyle changes

Telemedicine