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Ask Dr. Mike: How Scared Should We Be of Ticks and Lyme Disease?

Lyme disease is on the rise, deer ticks are thriving, and the classic bullseye rash isn’t always there to let you know you’ve got the disease. Dr. Mike explains what to watch for — and what to do if you get bitten.


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9 Refreshing Swimming Holes Worth Exploring Near Philadelphia

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Presenting the 10 Semifinalists of This Year’s Health Hero Challenge

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5 Philly Bartenders Spill Their Best New Year’s Hangover Cures

Including a killer Bloody Mary recipe.

Our 10 Favorite Posts of the Year

Philly Fitness Bucket List, the sort-of vegan chef, Broad Street spectators and more.

Why My New Year’s Resolution Is to Laugh More

2015 will be the year of happiness.

Stream It: Top 20 Workout Songs of 2014

Sweat to our favorite workout songs of the year.

14 Reasons It Was Awesome Being Fit in Philly in 2014

Let us count the ways.

10 Healthy Travel-Ready Snacks for Your Holiday Road Trip

You’ll be happy you planned ahead.


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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


The One-Minute Muscle-Burning Workout

And more healthy reads for your Wednesday.

Our 10 Favorite Photos from Philly’s Best Races This Year

Relive the memories.

Date Announced for 2015 Rocky 50K

Mark your calendar!

Keurig Recalls 7 Million Coffee Makers

Due to reports of burn-related injuries.

Whole Foods South Street Is Giving Away Free Christmas Trees

Get over there ASAP.

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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.


The Checkup: 2014 Was the Year of Toast

Seriously. There’s so much you can do with it!

8 Foods You’re Wasting Money On If You Buy Them at the Store

These foods are healthier, cheaper and tastier when they’re made at home.

Yoga White Party at the Art Museum on New Year’s Eve

A night of free yoga, meditation, and more.

Be Well Workout of the Week: Perfect Pairs

Are you up for the challenge?

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