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The Kindness That Helped His Family Inspired Him to Help Others

The kindness Brad Aronson’s family received during a difficult diagnosis stayed with him, inspiring a larger mission to help others through hard moments.

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She Built a Business Around a Simple Question: How Can I Help?

Ashlee Hollis has a habit of asking a simple question: How can I help? For Hollis, founder of Helm Creative Studio and The Story Factory, […]

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After Cancer Left Her Feeling Alone, this Philly Woman Built a Place Where Others Could Feel Seen

After cancer left her feeling isolated, Jenna Benn Shersher created a community where patients and survivors can find connection, support and understanding.

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Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby: Understanding Hypertension & Gestational Diabetes

Without proper prenatal care, you could be at higher risk for conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure) and gestational diabetes. We spoke with Michele Ewing, […]

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Hormone Replacement Therapy & Menopause

An Expert Debunks the Myths about HRT & Breast Cancer

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The Wellness Connection

Dr. Ryan Connolly, Senior Medical Director for Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross, answers our questions about the link between mental health and heart disease and […]

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Pressure Points

Dr. Dolores Roman of Independence Blue Cross answers our questions about high blood pressure and pregnancy. Who should be concerned about high blood pressure during […]

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10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), more than 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2024. While the majority of new cases […]

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Change of Heart

Here’s what menopausal and perimenopausal women need to know about their increased cardiovascular disease risks, according to Dr. Nuria Lopez-Pajares, Independence Blue Cross Medical Director. […]

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Thriving in the Fourth Trimester

Self-care doesn’t stop once the baby is born. It’s equally important for birthing parents to focus on their own needs during the postpartum period. Seun […]

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