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Living on Earth is an environmental news and information program. Each week host Steve Curwood guides the listener through a mix of news, features, interviews and commentary on a broad range of ecological issues.

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OVID-19 vaccines are readied for use at a clinic
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National
Public Health

It’s not too late to get a COVID booster — especially for older adults

"It's just really critical that [people] — especially those at high risk — understand the value of getting vaccinated and making sure they stay up to date on their boosters."

3 years ago

A Washington, D.C., resident has an operation growing psilocybin mushrooms. Brain researchers are increasingly studying psychedelic compounds like psilocybin and LSD as potential treatments for anxiety, depression and other disorders. (Jahi Chikwendiu/The Washington Post via Getty Images
NPR
Biology
Medicine
Mental Health

Psychedelic drugs may launch a new era in psychiatric treatment, brain scientists say

One of the hottest tickets at this year's Society for Neuroscience meeting in San Diego was a session on psychedelic drugs.

3 years ago

A a registered nurse works on a computer while assisting a COVID-19 patient
Public Health

Long COVID: Could mono virus or fat cells be playing roles?

Millions of people worldwide have had long COVID, reporting various symptoms including fatigue, lung problems, and brain fog. Here’s some of the latest evidence.

3 years ago

The exterior of Brandywine Hospital's ER
Behavioral Health
Health Care
Mental Health
Pennsylvania

Chester County to introduce mobile mental health crisis unit as part of revamped 3-pillar system

Chester County hopes to deploy the mobile mental health crisis teams starting July 2023 as part of a new three-pillar approach to mental and behavioral health services.

3 years ago

A sign is placed near the section for children's medicine
Kids
Medicine
Public Health

As demand grows for children’s pain relievers, Delaware Valley experts offer safe alternatives and warnings of dosing errors

Parents may find it more difficult to find children’s pain relievers as rising demand for these medications leaves pharmacies in short supply.

3 years ago

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Students wearing masks
K-12
New Jersey
Public Health
6abc

Camden schools to return to masking for 2 weeks after winter break

The district's decision comes amid rising COVID, flu, and RSV cases.

3 years ago

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Business
Health Care
New Jersey

Spread the word: Trenton is now down to 1 hospital

St. Francis Hospital in Trenton is now operating as a standalone emergency room, under a new name, following a merger with Capital Health.

3 years ago

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Delaware
Health Care
Mental Health
New Jersey
Pennsylvania

Federal agencies award $3.5 million to expand 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline response in the Delaware Valley

Federal agencies have awarded about $3.5 million in total to Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey to expand mental health and suicide crisis response.

3 years ago

A sign is placed near the section for children's medicine
Health Care
Kids
Medicine
Public Health

Children’s medicine shortage hits as flu season starts fast

Caring for sick children has become extra stressful recently for many U.S. parents due to shortages of Children’s Tylenol and other medicines.

3 years ago

An unwrapped chocolate bar is shown, partially eaten.
NPR
Food & Drink
Health Care
Public Health

Dark chocolate might have health perks, but should you worry about lead in your bar?

Dark chocolate bars tested by Consumer Reports exceeded California's daily maximum allowable dose levels for lead or cadmium.

3 years ago

A person holds a cup with medicine in it.
NPR
Addiction
Government
Health Care

People addicted to opioids rarely get life-saving medications. That may change.

The Biden administration is moving to make it easier for Americans with opioid addiction to gain access to medical treatments proven to save lives.

3 years ago

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Health Care
Medicine
New Jersey
Public Health
6abc

4 cases of Legionnaires’ disease identified in Pennsauken, Camden County

Legionnaires' disease is a bacterial disease that can be contracted through breathing in small droplets of water that contain legionnaires bacteria.

3 years ago

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The Pulse

When Humans and Wildlife Collide

Whether we’re in a forest, a park, or in the middle of a city, wildlife is always close by. Birds flying overhead, deer peeking through ...

Air Date: December 16, 2022

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Delaware
Medicine
Public Health
Race & Ethnicity

Delaware takes aim at health disparities that show higher rates of diabetes and other ailments for Black residents

Health disparities across different races and ethnicities in Delaware remain a persistent concern, particularly for chronic illnesses.

3 years ago

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Kissing Bug and Chagas Disease
The Pulse
Biology
Public Health

Scientists have their eyes on Chagas disease and the 'kissing bugs' that help spread it

Chagas disease can lead to heart failure and damage to the esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. Roughly 20-30% of those who contract Chagas may be at risk of dying from it.

3 years ago

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