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WHYY Health and Science Reports April 2008 ArchivesFDA asks Merck to shape up its vaccine plantApril 30, 2008 The Food and Drug Administration has asked Merck to shape up its vaccine plant in West Point, Pennsylvania. The agency found manufacturing conditions there sub-par. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports.
U.S. Falling Behind in Vaccination of ChildrenApril 29, 2008 Many children in the United States are not up to date on their vaccines. Those are the findings of a report published today in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. From WHYY's Health and Science Desk, Kerry Grens reports.
 Cancer Clusters RevealedApril 25, 2008 Delaware's public health division released information on eight cancer clusters in the state. The report follows pressure by environmental groups, media and lawmakers to disclose more data. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports.
Energy EatersApril 25, 2008 Vampire appliances are sucking the juice from your home, leading to higher energy costs. WHYY Morning Edition's Brenda Jorett talked with science and environment expert Mike Weilbacher. Website helps Families with Long-term Care DecisionsApril 24, 2008 For nursing home patients, the tell-tale signs of problems with their care might be bed sores, infections or anxiety. Now families can instantly find out whether a nursing home has had a history of chronic violations. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports. Recycling OptionsApril 23, 2008 Next month residents in north Philadelphia will have a more convenient option for recycling - being able mix recyclables in one bin. The effort is also expected to earn the city hundreds of thousands of dollars. WHYY's Kerry Grens reports. Candidates' Healthcare PlansApril 21, 2008 The democratic presidential candidates are attacking each other's healthcare plans in a volley of television advertisements in Pennsylvania. From WHYY's health and science desk Kerry Grens has more. See the Annenberg Political Fact Check's analysis of the ads. Hospital ProfitsApril 18, 2008 A report out today finds Pennsylvania hospital profits have grown for the fifth year in a row. At the same time, the cost of health insurance to pay for care has also risen. From WHYY's health and science desk Kerry Grens reports. Earth DayApril 18, 2008 During this year's "Earth Day" and into the garden season, WHYY Morning Edition's Brenda Jorett found out from science and environment expert Mike Weilbacher, it is easy being "green." Cancer ClusterApril 17, 2008 The incidence of cancer and the cancer death rate is above the national average in Delaware. Some groups say the state's public health division has been blocking efforts to get data and investigate possible causes. Lawmakers are taking action now to try to force the division to disclose more information. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports. National Decision DayApril 16, 2008 National Decision Day is the first widespread effort by a host of organizations to encourage people to consider life and death healthcare decisions now. WHYY Morning Edition's Brenda Jorett talked with the Philadelphia-based American College of Physician's governor, Dr. Charles Cutler about the critical thought and decisions needed in creating an advanced directive, or living will, along with designating a healthcare proxy. There's more information and forms at www.acponline.org. Counting Calories?April 11, 2008 In an effort to combat obesity, calorie information on menus could become a requirement at some Philadelphia restaurant chains. But restaurant owners are saying please don't make us. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports.  
Click on the images to make them bigger Pharmacists in NeedApril 9, 2008 A report on eight of Philadelphia's public health centers finds a severe shortage of pharmacists. The centers serve much of the city's uninsured and poor. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports.
Costly ErrorsApril 8, 2008 A study of Medicare records finds errors made by hospital staff cost more than eight billion dollars. And upcoming changes to Medicare rules say hospitals will have to start footing the bill. From WHYY's health and science desk Kerry Grens has more. Citywide CleanupApril 4, 2008 Thousands of volunteers are expected to take to streets, parks and empty lots tomorrow for Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter's citywide cleanup. His goal is to make Philadelphia one of the cleanest city's in the country. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens reports there are more benefits than beautification. Voters Express Healthcare ConcernsApril 4, 2008 Voters around Pennsylvania are gearing up for the April 22nd presidential primaries - often with debates around the dinner table. For one Collegeville couple, the discussion centers around healthcare. He's a republican and she's a democrat. And while they agree with the candidates that expanding health insurance coverage is good, they can't agree on how to do it. From WHYY's health and science desk, Kerry Grens has more. |
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