Health & Fitness
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Philadelphia’s New Mom School Brings Postpartum Community to Rittenhouse Square
For many new mothers, the support that surrounds pregnancy tends to disappear the moment the baby arrives, Eva Almiñana wants to change that. New Mom School Philadelphia, a franchise of the California-born national brand, opens June 8 in Rittenhouse Square under the ownership of Graduate Hospital resident Eva Almiñana, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. Her motivation is…
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Smoking in Pennsylvania Comes with High Cost
Smoking takes a toll on Pennsylvanians’ wallets, with a new report revealing that the habit costs the average smoker thousands each year, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Financial planning website WalletHub has found that a smoker in the state spends around $4,022 per year on smoking, which comes out to $193,070 over their lifetime.…
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Lyme Disease Risk Is Rising in Delaware County and Southeast Pennsylvania. Here’s What You Need to Know
If it feels like tick season is starting earlier and hitting harder, you’re not imagining it. Health officials and researchers are warning that 2026 could be one of the worst tick seasons southeastern Pennsylvania has seen in years, as warmer winters and earlier spring temperatures create ideal conditions for ticks to survive and spread, writes…
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WCU’s Exercise Is Medicine Day Brings Campus and Community Together for a Celebration of Health and Wellness
Around 25-30 student organizations and community groups came together on the Academic Quad at West Chester University on Wednesday, April 22, for the annual Exercise Is Medicine Day (EIM) event. From 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, the quad buzzed with energy as attendees enjoyed free health screenings, giveaways, snacks, and interactive activities — all aimed at promoting…
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Mike Schmidt Takes ‘Play Sun Safe’ Initiative to Ridley Park
Former Phillies 3rd baseman Mike Schmidt talked on April 17 to athletes atRidley High School, part of a campaign promoting sun safety, reports 6abc and Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Schmidt’s visit on April 17 to Ridley Park was the first event in the “Play Sun Safe” initiative that offers sun safety education, free…
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Delaware County Joins World Tai Chi Day April 25 with a Celebration
Delaware County residents can experience a quiet but powerful moment with people across the globe on Saturday, April 25, for the county’s first-ever World Tai Chi Day celebration in Media. The free, family-friendly event begins at 10 AM at the Roosevelt Community Center, 464 S. Old Middletown Road, in Media. Leading the local celebration is…
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More Than 600 Already Signed Up for County’s Second Delco 10-Miler
Registration had only been open for a day for Delaware County’s second Delco 10-Miler scheduled this year for Oct. 4, and there were already 600 runners signed up, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. The Delco 10-Miler from Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence to Subaru Park in Chester was a big success…
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Indoor Pickleball Franchise Chooses Bucks County for Pennsylvania Debut
As pickleball continues to surge in popularity all across the country, PickleRage, an indoor pickleball club franchise, is preparing to open its first Pennsylvania location in Bucks County. The new facility will include state-of-the-art indoor courts, professional-grade amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere that is designed to suit players of all skill levels. Owned and operated…
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Smoking in Pennsylvania Comes with High Cost
Smoking takes a toll on Pennsylvanians’ wallets, with a new report revealing that the habit costs the average smoker thousands each year, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Financial planning website WalletHub has found that a smoker in the state spends around $4,022 per year on smoking, which comes out to $193,070 over their lifetime.…
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A Nudist Camp in Our Midst Since the 1930s Was Visited by at Least 1 Delaware County Family
America’s nudist movement was once centered in May’s Landing, New Jersey, and a Delaware County family was there, writes Robert Moran for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Baptist minister The Rev. Ilsley Boone was the leader of the 1930s movement. He created a nudist colony, Sunshine Park, which operated until the 1980s. Linda Secor spent time at…
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Perkasie Doctor Supports Cancer Patients with Holistic Wellness Approach
Dr. Monique Gary, a breast surgeon and founder of Still Rise Farms in Perkasie, is helping cancer and chronic illness patients by integrating traditional medicine with holistic healing, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. After 11 years in practice, Gary drew inspiration from her mother and grandmother, both nurses, to specialize in oncology surgery. “They…
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Ex-Eagle Brent Celek, Who Lives in West Chester, Turns Platform Into Men’s Health Advocacy
The former Eagles tight end and Super Bowl champion Brent Celek, who lives in West Chester, is using his platform to raise awareness over men’s health issues, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I think it’s important for men to talk more about their health,” said Celek. “I think it’s actually happening more. Like, I see it with athletes. I think…
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Laughter Is Medicine at Unique Yoga Classes in Media Borough
Alexa Fong Drubay leads a different kind of yoga class in Media Borough, utilizing the power of laughter, reports 6abc. The master trainer offers Laughter Yoga with Alexa classes. “It’s so wonderful, and yet so few people know about it,” she said. “People come up to me and say, ‘What is this stuff?’” The movement…
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Forum Looks at Issues Impacting Delaware County Health Department Services
Proposed federal CDC funding cuts, vaccine skepticism, and the closure of Crozer Health hospitals are expected to impact public health services in Delaware County, from childhood vaccinations to infectious disease control, writes Kathleeen Carey for the Daily Times. “It’s diminishing our capacity to address and identify emerging public health threats,” said Delaware County Board of…
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Jabz Boxing in Ridley Park Offers a Different Kind of Workout
Jabz Boxing at 611 N. Swarthmore Ave. in Ridley Park offers a different kind of workout for women. This full-body, boxing-inspired gym with circuit training gives visitors a chance to punch, kick, lift, and row their way to fitness. The gym was established about five years ago and is part of a multi-state franchise. Two…
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Pregnant and a Cancer Survivor, Villanova Field Hockey Coach Takes on Marathon
Villanova University field hockey coach Karlie Kisha participated in Saturday’s 8K Philadelphia Marathon, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Her participation was particularly impressive because she is seven months pregnant and a cancer survivor. The former Olympic athlete took the race in stride. “Looking for a 9-minute mile pace,” Kisha said, “but seven months…
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Restore Orthopaedic in Chadds Ford Leads in Philly Area for Knee Replacements
When it’s time for knee replacement surgery, you won’t have to go far, writes Lizzie Mulvey and Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Restore Orthopaedic Surgical Institute in Chadds Ford is one of the top 10 knee replacement providers in the Philadelphia area, with a 600 percent increase in cases from 2023 to 2024. It…
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Horsham Township, IBX, and National Fitness Campaign Provide Free Fitness for Everyone in Montgomery County
Independence Blue Cross and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) recently celebrated Horsham Township becoming the first official IBX-sponsored Fitness Court partner in the Philadelphia region. The Fitness Court at Lukens Park, which originally launched to the community in 2020, has reopened with modernized equipment and a completely renovated space ready for users of all fitness abilities. A…
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