Feet

Detox Foot Pads

'Detox' foot pads claim to rid the body of toxins, but health experts are skeptical

Take a stand against diabetic-related foot complications with these six steps

Foot care for diabetics

'COVID toes' an unusual sign of the coronavirus – and an itchy one

COVID toes

How your feet could be signaling heart problems

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How to prevent and treat blisters from running

Carroll - Running, Exercise, Schuylkill River Trail

Swelling and painful feet: how to solve the most common foot problems when you're pregnant

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They're fighting for your right to go barefoot – wherever, whenever

Barefoot is Legal

Temple Cancer Clinic

Temple Health's new cancer clinic streamlines treatment for people from underserved communities

Bariatric Surgery Ramadan

Fasting during Ramadan was harder this year for this Philly woman – but that's a byproduct of her...

broken heart syndrome

People who suffer from 'broken heart syndrome' are twice as likely to be readmitted to the hospital

Woman on Scale

Middle age is a time when women are vulnerable to eating disorders

tinnitus diet study

Eating more fruit and dairy products may reduce the risk of tinnitus

Alzheimer's Dance Benefits

For people with dementia, dancing is a way to boost their well-being

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