Drexel Medicine

05/26/2026

Did you know the average adult needs between seven and nine hours of sleep each night? May is Better Sleep Month, and it can be hard for many people to fall asleep or stay asleep. Try these tips for better sleep: https://bit.ly/49KwVCm

05/12/2026

What are GLP-1 medications and are they right for you? While originally prescribed to Type 2 diabetes patients for controlling blood sugar levels, they can also be effective for weight loss. With so much new information out there, it can be hard to tell what’s true and what isn’t. Learn more about how GLP-1s work: https://bit.ly/4tkeqf4

05/05/2026

With Lyme disease spreading to new parts of the United States due to climate change, it’s also becoming more common in areas where it already exists, including right here at home. Nearly 30 percent of all reported cases between 2016 and 2019 occurred in Pennsylvania, followed by 12 percent in neighboring New Jersey.

Learn more about Lyme disease prevention, symptoms and treatment here: http://bit.ly/3KJ0oTy

04/28/2026

April is Rosacea Awareness Month. Rosacea is a skin condition that causes long-lasting redness on the face. Find out what researchers at Drexel University College of Medicine say about a possible connection between hormonal IUDs, a type of birth control, and rosacea: https://bit.ly/4cPzSDy

04/21/2026

Spring has sprung, and allergy season is upon us. Allergens in the air, like pollen, can trigger an immune response affecting your nose, eyes, throat and ears, so telling the difference between seasonal allergies and a cold can be difficult. Learn more about managing your allergies this season: https://bit.ly/4tKz1Ka

04/09/2026

Drexel HOPE is a street-side mobile clinic operated by the Partnership Comprehensive Care Practice, bringing treatment, care and testing for substance abuse, HIV and viral hepatitis to Philadelphians at little-to-no cost. The clinic is currently stationed weekly at Germantown and Chelten Avenues (closer to Vernon Park), every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

04/07/2026

April is National Stress Awareness Month! Stress can take a toll on both your physical and mental health but regular physical activity, like brisk walking, can help release stress and boost your mood. Learn more from the American Heart Association about how staying active can lower your stress levels:

Feeling anxious? Everyone responds to stress in different ways, but we all have one thing in common: Regular exercise reduces the harmful effects of stress.

03/31/2026

Spring is here, and community health fairs will become a common sight in many Philadelphia neighborhoods. We spoke to Annette B. Gadegbeku, MD, FAAFP, senior associate dean of the Office of Community Health and Inclusive Excellence at Drexel University College of Medicine, about what to expect when attending one and how to make the most of your experience: https://bit.ly/3Xj9av5

03/03/2026

Dry, cold air and seasonal illnesses make vocal health a challenge — especially for singers, teachers and anyone who relies on their voice every day. Click the link for expert tips on preventing laryngitis, staying hydrated and avoiding common irritants this season:

As winter approaches – replete with COVID, flu, colds and other ailments – so does the season of throat clearing. But this hem, ahem, hawk, cough, or tickle in the throat doesn’t have to linger on …

02/24/2026

Meet Jaz Wilder, 340B program manager at the Partnership Comprehensive Care Practice. With a career rooted in pharmacy and health care operations, Jaz has not only experience, but a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to managing the 340B program.

Read the interview: https://bit.ly/4bZyyhB