Doctors increasingly see AI scribes in a positive light. But hiccups persist

Philly Voice (Health) 1/30 10:00P Michelle Andrews, KFF Health New

Ambient AI scribes are being hailed by physicians as a game changer that helps free them to focus on their patients rather than their computer keyboard. But many questions must be answered, including whether the technology improves patient care...

A 'fentanyl drought' may be a bigger factor in overdose deaths falling than increased prevention...

Philly Voice (Health) 1/29 10:00P Courtenay Harris Bond

A 'fentanyl drought' may be primarily responsible for the nationwide drop in overdose deaths, a new report suggests. Increased access to Narcan and medications for opioid use disorder may have helped, but cannot fully explain the decline, the...

To reduce HIV, Philly adds webpage that connects people to prevention and treatment services

Philly Voice (Health) 1/27 10:00P Courtenay Harris Bond

To reduce HIV, Philadelphia has added a new webpage that connects people to health care providers that provide HIV testing and prevention drugs like PrEP and PEP. HIV rates were down in Philly in 2023, the last year with data available.

Why medication abortion is the top target for anti-abortion groups in 2026

Philly Voice (Health) 1/24 10:00P Julie Rovner, KFF Health News

The number of abortions in the United States has not fallen since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, partially due to the increased availability of medication abortion. Anti-abortion groups seek to rein in the use of the drugs used for...

As U.S. is poised to lose measles-free status, RFK Jr.'s new CDC deputy downplays its significance

Philly Voice (Health) 1/23 10:00P Amy Maxmen, KFF Health News

The United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country after a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people. However, Ralph Abraham, the CDC's newly appointed principal deputy director, says he is...

Worried about cognitive decline as you age? Strength training can mitigate it

Philly Voice (Health) 1/22 10:00P Louis Bezich

Americans widely worry about their brain health declining as they age, and many take supplements in hopes of preventing cognitive decline. New research shows having more muscle and less belly fat helps mitigate cognitive decline. Strength...

Shoveling snow increases the risk of heart attack for many people. Here's why

Philly Voice (Health) 1/22 10:00P Courtenay Harris Bond

Shoveling heavy snow increases the risk of sudden cardiac arrest for many people. A Jefferson Health cardiologist explains why and offers tips for shoveling snow safely.

'Super agers' have genetic advantages against Alzheimer's disease

Philly Voice (Health) 1/21 6:18A Courtenay Harris Bond

'Super agers' — people 80 and older whose memories function as if they were decades younger — are less likely to have a gene the increases risk to Alzheimer's disease and more likely to have one that seemingly offers protection, new research from...

Sleeping in on weekends may benefit teenagers' mental health

Philly Voice (Health) 1/14 9:29A Courtenay Harris Bond

Teenagers who uses the weekends to catch up on sleep deficits have a lower risk of developing depression, new research shows.

Frequent online shopping is tied to higher stress levels, study shows

Philly Voice (Health) 1/14 8:37A Courtenay Harris Bond

People who spend more time online shopping and scrolling social media have higher stress levels than those who spend more time reading news online and checking emails, new research shows.

How using AblePay with their HSA helped a growing family reduce their health care expenses

Philly Voice (Health) 1/14 5:34A The IBX Insights Team

Independence Blue Cross (IBX) offers members more than just traditional health insurance.

7 in 10 people diagnosed with cancer now live longer than 5 years

Philly Voice (Health) 1/13 7:08A Courtenay Harris Bond

Seventy percent of people diagnosed with cancer now live at least another five years, up from about 50% in the 1970s and just over 60% in the mid-1990s, findings published Tuesday by the American Cancer Society show.

Century-old tumor samples may help explain rising rates of colorectal cancer in younger adults

Philly Voice (Health) 1/7 8:57A Courtenay Harris Bond

Thousands of bowel tumor samples stored in a London hospital may help scientists determine why colorectal cancer rates have been rising among younger adults. Researchers plan to conduct a DNA analysis on the specimens, which are up to 100 years old.

New dietary guidelines call for eating more meat and full-fat dairy, but less sugary foods

Philly Voice (Health) 1/7 7:28A Courtenay Harris Bond

The 2025-2030 dietary guidelines advise Americans to prioritize protein at every meal and to consume more full-fat dairy products. They also recommend against consuming highly-processed and sugary foods, but no longer provide specific guidelines...

Healthy Recipe: The Best Guacamole

Philly Voice (Health) 12/23 5:30A Independence Good Living

This fresh, flavorful guacamole brings bright citrus, warm spice, and just the right amount of heat to any spread. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients and no fillers, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that works for everything from casual snacking...