Health
As milk prices fall, dairy farmers in Pennsylvania seek mental health support
Milk prices have been falling for several years because supply is outpacing demand. Milk prices are so low, some farmers are losing money every day.
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Spending bill lets CDC study gun violence; but researchers are skeptical it will help
Some worry that rather than freeing up the CDC to fund more research on gun violence, the new language might do the opposite, by seeming to limit CDC funding.
8 years ago
USciences event considers marijuana as ‘condom of the opioid crisis’
A discussion at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia looked at whether medical marijuana has a place in alleviating Pennsylvania’s opioid crisis.
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At 92, finding a friend in Amazon Alexa
For some older folks, voice assistants can feel like helpful companions.
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Listen 3:16On a break: teens ghost social media
One study found that more than half of teenagers are intentionally spending less time on their phones.
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Listen 6:09Mumps outbreak linked to Hispanic dance festival
Delaware public health officials are investigating a mumps outbreak linked to a Hispanic dance festival.
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N.J. may add 12 medical marijuana dispensaries
Measure under consideration by state lawmakers also calls for including chronic pain as qualifying condition.
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Black and Latino children are often overlooked when it comes to autism
Sherry Alvarez says she knew there was something different about her son since he was about 9 months old
8 years ago
When 2 Philly-area execs were accused of harassment, their companies called this woman
Several of the prominent men accused of sexual harassment recently have said they're getting help for their behavior. But what does that actually mean and does it really work?
8 years ago
Listen 6:25When couples hold hands, their breathing and heart rates synchronize. If one of the partners is in pain, it diminishes the more the brain ...
Air Date: March 19, 2018
Listen 02:42Puerto Rican evacuees’ medical needs include mental health services
“Folks are coming with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, with anxiety."
8 years ago
Landmark report concludes abortion in U.S. is safe
"I would say the main takeaway is that abortions that are provided in the United States are safe and effective," says Ned Calonge, the co-chair of the committee.
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Whether you’re fixing a leaky toilet or a busted iPhone, there’s no satisfaction quite like doing it yourself. On this week ...
Air Date: March 16, 2018
Listen 48:12FDA launches effort to cut nicotine in cigarettes, says smoking could drop by 14%
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb Thursday called his agency’s move “historic” and “unprecedented.”
8 years ago
Philly Council panel wants to develop workplace guidelines on medical marijuana
Councilwoman Cherelle Parker hopes to work with stakeholders across the city on guidelines to help patients figure out their rights and prevent negative consequences.
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