Public Health
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Chester County Experts Discuss Rise of ADHD Diagnoses in Adults
Nowadays, adults are being diagnosed with ADHD at the same rate as children, even though the symptoms can often be evident in childhood, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. “Maybe they couldn’t sit still for more than a few minutes when studying as a high schooler, but they only started to have problems once…
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Philadelphia Breast Cancer Surgeon Transforms Wellness Care at Perkasie Farm Retreat
Breast cancer surgeon Dr. Monique Gary, affectionately known to her patients as “Dr. Mo,” has traded the bustling city life of Philadelphia for the tranquility of a 40-acre farm in Perkasie, writes Wendy Ruderman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dr. Mo has transformed her new home into a sanctuary where wellness is the only crop…
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New Study at Willow Grove Naval Air Station Looks At Potential ‘Forever Chemicals’ and Disease Link
In 2011, the U.S. Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency confirmed toxic chemicals were in the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove’s groundwater and eventually in the drinking water supply for the base and surrounding neighborhoods. Those chemicals – per and polyfluoroalkyl substances – are commonly known as “forever chemicals” because…
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Phoenixville Yoga Instructor, Competitive Bodybuilder Shares Her Health and Wellness Journey
Margaret Andrzejewski is an accomplished licensed chiropractor, yoga instructor, and competitive bodybuilder in Phoenixville, but she had to overcome considerable adversity to bring her wellness journey to that point, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. “For the first seven years of my life, I lived with my parents, who were both cocaine and…
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Use It or Lose It: The YMCA of Greater Brandywine Advocates for Active Aging through Mind and Body Exercise Programs
Your brain and your muscles have something in common: You must exercise them regularly to avoid loss of skills. In other words, use it or lose it! Utilization and repetition are important no matter your age. Yet, as you get older, it becomes more critical to use the skills that you want to retain. The…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine: Taking Care of your Heart | A Health Seeker’s Journey
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), heart disease remains a leading cause of death for people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. It’s important that you take care of your ticker – so that it can take care of you! Movement for Heart Health Exercising regularly can help prevent heart disease – yet with our busy…
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Acupuncture Clinic in Chester Springs Works to Make a Difference in Women’s Health
Blue Nest Acupuncture is the new acupuncture clinic in Chester Springs that specializes in women’s health, writes Courtney Diener-Stokes for The Daily Local News. The owner, Cara Bergman, chose her specialization as a student in graduate school for acupuncture while she was pregnant with her first child. “After going through my own pregnancy and seeing…
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Rewriting the Script: The Impact of Unchecked Narratives on Personal Growth
When contemplating the term “narrative,” many might envision a story within the pages of a book or novel. However, within the story of life, it’s crucial to recognize that each day unfolds with our unique personal narratives – the stories we tell ourselves and share with others. It’s important to remember the ever-changing nature of…
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Lawmakers Push for Legalization of Recreational Marijuana in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is currently one of the only states in the region that has not yet legalized recreational marijuana, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. However, several lawmakers, including Rep. Dan Frankel, are working on changing that. “I think it’s definitely a possibility to have it legalized in a year or two,” said Frankel. “We are…
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CoreAbility Celebrates Two Years Offering Adapted Group Fitness Classes for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
CoreAbility — which offers adapted group fitness classes for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a safe, social, and motivational environment — is celebrating two years at its Paoli location, Purenergy. Twice a week, CoreAbility athletes improve their flexibility, balance and coordination, muscular strength, aerobic conditioning, and physical endurance. The group fitness model also provides a…
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After the Loss of Her Son, Downingtown Woman Provides Invaluable Cardiac Education to Community
Aidan’s Heart Foundation is a nonprofit organization, founded by Christy Marshall-Silva, after the devastating loss of her young son, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. On Sept. 4, 2010, when Aidan was just seven years old, he passed away from sudden cardiac arrest. Shocked by the unexpected loss of her son, Marshall-Silva was determined to learn…
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Woman Uses Virtual Reality to Help Recover from Burns Sustained During Coatesville House Fire
In April 2023, Emily Dorsheimer received severe burns from a house fire in Coatesville. Recovery was so torturous that her family was not sure she would make it, but then virtual reality came into the scene, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Dorsheimer was unable to stand on her own, could not walk, and…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Supports Empowerment at Any Age
As another year begins, we are reminded that another year has passed. It is common to become hyper-aware of the passage of time around New Year’s Day and our birthdays. Each year presents a choice – pine for days gone by or welcome another year as a new opportunity. Your friends at the Y encourage…
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Visit YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s East Chestnut Fitness
Located inside the Oscar Lasko YMCA in West Chester, East Chestnut Fitness is not your typical fitness facility. East Chestnut Fitness is an intimate fitness community where members participate in small-group training and encourage each other to meet wellness goals. Goals vary by person and include incorporating a strength training routine, learning to stay fit…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s 2024 Wellness Trends
Wellness is an ongoing journey that encompasses much more than exercise. At the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, their mission is to provide services that support all-around wellness, including spirit, mind, and body. Meditation If you are new to meditation, the Y recommends trying a guided meditation. You can do so from the comfort of your…
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In Her New Book, WCU Professor Takes On Fruitarian Diet She Turned to In Moment of Desperation
In her new book, The Fruit Cure, Jacqueline Alnes, an assistant professor of creative writing at West Chester University, takes on and dismantles the fruitarian diet the author turned to in a moment of desperation, writes Kristen Martin for The Washington Post. Alnes, who was a Division I collegiate cross-country runner, started experiencing inexplicable neurological…
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Create a Healthier You in January with These Yoga Events That Also Benefit Safe Habor
The residents of Safe Harbor of Chester County will benefit from yoga fundraising events on Friday, Jan. 26, starting at 5:45 PM, and Saturday, Jan. 27, starting at 1 PM. Both events will take place at In Harmony Wellspring Yoga, 525 East Gay Street in West Chester. The Jan. 24 event will feature Reggae Easy…
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Exton Business Offers Unique Approach to Concept That Combines Fitness, Wellness
Vibe Vault Fit in Exton, founded by Bhavna Shyamalan — who is married to director M. Night Shyamalan — and Kristine Carroll, offers a marriage between fitness and wellness in a unique way, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. The fitness center opened its doors in May 2019 in the former site of the…
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