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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.
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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Philadelphia

Study: Philadelphians with opioid use disorder remained on treatment longer during pandemic

Drexel University researchers call for reduced prescribing restrictions to persist after study finds people with opioid use disorder more likely to stay on their treatment.

2 weeks ago

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When routine medical tests trigger a cascade of costly, unnecessary care

MRIs done early for uncomplicated low back pain and routine vitamin D tests "just to be thorough" are considered "low-value care" and can lead to further costly testing.

2 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Legal but unregulated hemp derivative delta-8 thrives in Pa.’s thorny marijuana landscape

Despite its legal status, delta-8 is not subject to any regulations or mandatory testing in Pennsylvania, and its packaging isn’t required to note potential side effects.

2 weeks ago

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Pfizer COVID-19 shot appears effective for kids under 5, FDA says

On Wednesday, the FDA will ask an independent panel of vaccine experts to debate both Pfizer's and Moderna’s vaccine data before voting.

2 weeks ago

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Kids under 5 could get the COVID-19 vaccine at the end of June. Here’s what you need to know

Kids under 5 may be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine at the end of June. Pediatricians in the region explain what you need to know.

2 weeks ago

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Amid abortion debate, clinic asks: Who’s caring for moms?

The founder of a midwifery clinic in Mississippi's capital is trying to open the state's first birth center.

3 weeks ago

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Delaware
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After record-setting year, Delaware’s overdose deaths reach a new monthly high in May

Delaware set a new record for OD deaths in May. It’s the latest evidence that Delaware’s rate of overdose deaths shows no sign of slowing down.

3 weeks ago

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Public Health

U.S. buys more monkeypox vaccine as global case count grows

The U.S. government is building up its supply of monkeypox vaccine to contend with escalating cases identified in a surprising international outbreak, health officials said.

3 weeks ago

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Startup offers genetic testing that promises to predict healthiest embryo

A New Jersey company says its test can screen embryos for a variety of diseases and health conditions, like heart disease, diabetes, or breast cancer.

3 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
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Battle continues over vaccination powers for Pa. pharmacies

Since 2020, Pa. pharmacies have benefitted from emergency flexibilities, which allowed them to more easily vaccinate both adults and children. Those waivers are set to expire.

3 weeks ago

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New Jersey
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More peanut butter products have been recalled after Jif pulled some of its jars

There are more than a dozen recalls related to last month's Jif peanut butter recall. Products from F&S Produce and Taharka Brothers have been added to the list.

3 weeks ago

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Moderna says its new vaccine booster shows ‘superior’ response to omicron

The "bivalent" vaccine — meaning it targets two different antigens — is Moderna's leading candidate to have an effective booster ready for fall of 2022, the company said.

3 weeks ago

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FDA advisers back Novavax COVID shots as 4th U.S. option

It's a protein vaccine, a more conventional technology than the dominant Pfizer and Moderna shots, and the lesser-used Johnson & Johnson option.

3 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania
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Suburban hospitals overwhelmed after Crozer Health shutdowns and Tower Health closures

Hospitals in Delaware, Chester, and even Montgomery counties are feeling the ripple effects of Crozer Health service shutdowns and Tower Health closures.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia
Public Health

Please Touch Museum launches summer campaign for kids vaccinations, health awareness

The “Ready. Set. School” campaign will have free days at the children’s museum for health awareness games and COVID shots.

4 weeks ago

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