FDA ruling limits which foods can be labeled ‘healthy' on packaging
What does “healthy” mean? New guidelines for food labels focus on what we should eat, instead of what we shouldn’t.
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Health officials say Louisiana patient is first severe bird flu case in US
A person in Louisiana has been hospitalized with the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the U.S., health officials said Wednesday.
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Survey finds most teens staying away from drinking, smoking and marijuana
About 67% of 12th graders this year said they hadn’t used alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes or e-cigarettes in the previous 30 days. That’s the largest percentage seen in an annual national survey.
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US health panel adds self-testing option for cervical cancer screening
A U.S. health panel says women should have the option of taking their own test samples for cervical cancer screening.
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The No. 1 snack to boost the immune system during cold and flu season, according to a dietitian
A dietitian shares the top snacks to eat to help strengthen your immune system during cold and flu season.
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FDA may finally ban artificial red dye from beverages, candy and other foods
A decision on Red No. 3, the synthetic coloring made from petroleum, could come in the next few weeks.
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Can cold weather make you sick? Experts explain why more people feel ill in the winter
Cold weather doesn’t cause a cold, but it can affect you in surprising ways. Here’s how to stay healthy during winter.
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Lead in gasoline tied to over 150 million excess cases of mental health disorders, study suggests
Exposure to lead in gasoline during childhood resulted in many millions of excess cases of psychiatric disorders over the last 75 years, a new study estimates.
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Help keep a child warm with Bundle-Up Philly winter clothing drive
Cradles to Crayons executive director Michal Smith joins NBC10’s Matt DeLucia to talk about the Bundle-Up Philly winter coat and clothing drive.
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A meaningful holiday message of ‘Hope' for those in recovery and their families
Brian Corson joins NBC10’s Matt DeLucia to talk about the work MVP Recovery does to help people with substance use and mental health disorders. The group is holding its annual “Hope for the Holidays” event this weekend.
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Preston & Steve's Camp Out for Hunger returns in South Philadelphia
WWMR morning show personalities are once again are camping out to fight food insecurity in the Philadelphia region. The 2024 Preston & Steve’s Camp Out for Hunger is being held outside Xfinity Live at the South Philadelphia stadium complex.
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A twice-yearly shot could help end AIDS. But will it get to everyone who needs it?
The drug is already sold to treat HIV infections and Gilead plans to seek approval soon to use it to guard against infections.
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Check out the health benefits of practicing yoga amid horses
Philly Live’s Sheila Watko heads to Forgotten Angels Equine Rescue in Medford, New Jersey, to see how you can soak up some horse energy while doing yoga.
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Sunflower lanyard lets airport workers know you might need a little extra help
“Not every disability is something that you can see.” Philadelphia International Airport is part of a global program that looks to offer extra assistance while traveling. It all starts with a sunflower lanyard that brings subtle awareness to people who might need some extra attention, NBC10’s Katy Zachry learns.
