Laura Brzyski

Health and Wellness Editor

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How to Take Care of Your Lungs After Breathing Super-Polluted Air

Here’s what to do to support your respiratory health and general wellness amid tons of smoke from recent wildfires and the I-95 collapse.

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How to Gently Break Up With Your Therapist If You’re Not Vibing

First things first: Don’t ghost.

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This New Program Is Helping Local Golfers Get On the Green Stress-Free

Philly’s Amateur Golf Society lets you compete in tournaments on your own time.

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The 2023 Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge Is Officially Underway

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

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Local Facial Destination Skin House Is Expanding to Rittenhouse

The open-concept facial bar’s second location will officially open this Saturday, May 20th.

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Addison Bay Just Released Kids’ Clothes and They’re Freakin’ Adorable

The Philly activewear brand now has skorts, polos, and on-the-go dresses for little ones.

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Help! I’m Stopping Birth Control and Have No Idea What to Expect

We chatted with a local OB/GYN about what can happen when coming off a contraceptive.

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10 Philly-Area Wellness Experiences That Double as Mother’s Day Gifts

From a bouquet-building class to a spa visit, the mom in your life will get creative, be pampered and feel totally appreciated.

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Here’s How to Pull Off a Non-Alcoholic Wedding Bar

Consider your glassware, garnishes and more. 

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This Philly Spin Studio Is Opening a Second Location Down the Shore

Grad Hospital’s Revel Ride will host daily spin classes at their new space in Margate this summer.

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How Do We Fix a Health-Care System on the Verge of Crisis?

We address some of the biggest challenges in our health-care system and talk to local pros with ideas on how to make things better.

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Where Have All the Nurses Gone?

Stress, exhaustion, strikes, turnover — the nursing field has been through the wringer. Something needs to change.

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Ask an Expert: How to Handle Wedding Planning Stress

Receiving unsolicited advice from loved ones, staying healthy, managing finances — here’s our guide to navigating all of it.

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6 Philly-Area Facials That Will Luxe Up Your Skincare Routine

Enter your “Rich Mom” era with these indulgent treatments.

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How Can We Stay on Budget for Our Philly Wedding?

Two local planners share where to splurge and how to save.