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By Sandy Bauers, Inquirer Staff Writer

In what recycling advocates say is further proof that Philadelphia is incapable of building a vibrant recycling program, yet another in a string of recycling coordinators has abruptly left the job.

Tumor type may explain racial disparity in cancer
Popcorn makers working to remove chemical
A friend at the end of life
Limited effect in reduced hours for MDs in training
Study reports risk with coated stents
Doubts about research into Lou Gehrig's disease
It's jellyfish season

VIDEO REPORT

This composite image from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission shows some of the Mattel toys made in China, that were recalled due to fears about small parts and<br />lead-based paints. Mattel, Inc., of El Segundo, California voluntarily recalled some nine million children´s toys. Shown Clockwise from upper left are: the “Sarge” die cast toy car, Batman™ magnetic action<br />figure, Barbie and Tanner™ play set and One Piece™ action figure. AFP PHOTO/HO/CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION GETTY OUT

Even Sponge Bob?

Yet another recall of toys from China.

'Popcorn Lung Patient' Inhaled Fumes Daily
Breast Cancer More Deadly in Black Women
Popcorn Lung Patient Inhaled Fumes Daily
Market Food Rating System Has Influence
Popcorn Lung Patient Inhaled Fumes

Scientists Compaure U.S., China Pollutionion
APEC Nations Wrestle With Climate Change
Study: Wrong Fish Used to Save Species
Study: Trout Restoration Used Wrong Fish
Business to Push Carbon Pricing at APEC

COLUMNISTS / BLOGS

FAYE FLAM | ON SEX »

David Letterman , showing a photographof his new son, Harry, in 2003, becamea first-time father at 56.

Carnal Knowledge | Elder sex helps humans scale 'wall of death'

By Faye Flam, Inquirer Staff Writer

When the New England Journal of Medicine reported two weeks ago that people in their 60s, 70s and even 80s were having sex, some younger types whined all over the Web that the idea was distasteful, even gross.

KIMBERLY GARRISON | ON FITNESS »

Kimberly Garrison | You think you've got stress? Consider your poor feet

Americans are bigger and heavier, with related diseases like diabetes; it's pressure your feet can't stand

PUT YOUR feet up - they probably need a break. The human foot's 26 bones support and balance all your body weight, all day long. Whether you're standing, running or walking, your feet are doing much of the work.

Philly Fitness and Health Show No. 97: This week Kimberly talks with Beverly Brown, founder of Temples in Shape, a...

Graphic: Comparing the Vet and CItizens Bank Park

DAN GOTTLIEB | THERAPIST »

Inside Out | Bullying: A real solution

By Dan Gottlieb

The start of school means different things to different kids, but for a lot it means fear. Ninety percent of elementary-school children said they had been bullied or victimized in the last year, researchers reported in the April issue of the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

MITCHELL HECHT »

Ask Dr. H | Sex-after-menopause issues

By Mitchell Hecht, For The Inquirer

Question: Is there anything you recommend to help a woman have better sex following menopause? Can Viagra help? Answer: Sexual dysfunction is more difficult to treat in women than in men. That's because men and women tend to be quite different on an emotional level. For some women, sexual dysfunction is more than a physical problem. There may be issues like marital difficulties; poor body self-image; a history of sexual abuse; questions of infidelity; or health problems that require counseling or therapy. For these women, popping a pill before sex just won't do.

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