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Meet a Health Hero: Katelynn Devinney of Pockets of Hope

The 2025 Health Hero Challenge winner sews and donates drainage tube-friendly sweatshirts to women recovering from mastectomy surgery.


Dr. Mike, who explains why seasonal allergies are so bad and what medications might help
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Ask Dr. Mike: How Worried Should I Be About Cholesterol?

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The 2026 Be Well Philly Fest Was a Day to Remember

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A Philly Expert Shares 5 Truths About Gut Health That May Surprise You

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What Exactly Is Your Doctor Listening For?

Why physicians move that stethoscope around your chest and belly, what your body sounds like, and what can be learned from a simple listen.

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Meet a Health Hero: Katelynn Devinney of Pockets of Hope

The 2025 Health Hero Challenge winner sews and donates drainage tube-friendly sweatshirts to women recovering from mastectomy surgery.

Dr. Mike, who explains why seasonal allergies are so bad and what medications might help
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Ask Dr. Mike: How Worried Should I Be About Cholesterol?

The Penn doc explains why he’s getting far more aggressive about cholesterol, what your numbers actually mean, and the cookout staple to avoid if you want to protect your heart.

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Recap: 2026 Be Well Philly Fest

The annual event featured rooftop workouts, fun wellness workshops, an interactive marketplace, and time for community building.

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Meet a Health Hero: Cheryl Colleluori of HEADstrong Foundation

This 2025 finalist carried on her son’s legacy after his death from lymphoma, helping cancer patients find free lodging during treatments.

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Dear Kimberly: I’m Drowning in the Chaos of Motherhood

How can I get my head above water?


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6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

We polled local outdoor enthusiasts for their favorite places to clear their heads in nature.

Best of Philly 2025: Health & Self

Best of Philly 2025: Health & Self

A serene recovery studio, a facial for your scalp, and lick-the-container-clean healthy meals


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5 Truths About Gut Health That May Surprise You

Your gut impacts your immune system, hormones, and overall well-being more than you might realize. Ashley Furlong, a local certified integrative health practitioner, explains why.

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Meet a Health Hero: John Matthews of Ride Hard, Breathe Easy

His nonprofit has raised $1.2 million for lung-cancer patients, families, and researchers.

Dr. Mike, who explains why seasonal allergies are so bad and what medications might help
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Ask Dr. Mike: Let’s Talk About Poop

From the color and shape of poop to something horrific-sounding called Hirschsprung’s megacolon, we get down and dirty about what – um – moves through us.

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The Best Public Golf Courses Around Philly

Plus: Smart swing tips, new etiquette know-how, and everything you need to ace it this summer

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Plan Your Ultimate Wellness Day at Be Well Philly Fest

Our annual good-for-you event returns on May 17th. Take a peek at the schedule to start mapping out your day.

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Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

All the no-commitment places to practice your serve, mapped.

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

Maskne, be gone! These local treatments will help you flaunt the skin you’ve been hiding.


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60+ Farmers’ Markets Around Philadelphia and South Jersey

Our ultimate guide to where local growers sell their produce, meat, dairy and more

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Find Low-Cost (and Free) Mental Health Services

Help is out there — here’s where to find it in Philly.

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Dear Kimberly: Will I Ever Find My “Special Someone”?

And what do I do while I wait?

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The 2026 Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge Is Officially Underway

Submit your nomination for a deserving local health hero by May 30th.

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