Health & Science
Philadelphia is a rest stop for thousands of migrating birds. Can it stay that way?
Bird watching has become increasingly popular since the pandemic. Advocates hope this enthusiasm translates to action.
3 hours ago
Customers will see higher average premium prices on Get Covered New Jersey during annual open enrollment, which begins Nov. 1.
14 hours ago
Influential evolutionary biologist’s papers arrive at Philadelphia’s American Philosophical Society
Famed biologist Lynn Margulis’ papers arrive at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia after the historic collection was nearly destroyed in a fire.
20 hours ago
The Peptide Craze: Benefits, Risks and the Science Behind Them
How peptides became the latest wellness craze – and what scientific evidence there is that they actually work
Air Date: October 16, 2026
Listen 49:34Inside Pa.’s measles vaccination efforts as statewide outbreak infects over 1,200
The state pop-up measles vaccine clinics are hosted at small venues in communities with pockets of unvaccinated residents, including in Lancaster County.
1 day ago
Listen 2:18As more seniors get diagnosed with ADHD, it often comes with regret — but also relief
ADHD in older adults can often go unnoticed and symptoms can appear similar to signs of aging, memory problems, or dementia.
2 days ago
Listen 9:05Report says new ChatGPT teen mode poses ‘unacceptable risk’ to youth safety
A new report says ChatGPT for Teens, launched by OpenAI in August, falls short of promises to protect kids who discuss self-harm.
2 days ago
Listen 1:14Bayhealth’s ‘Next Wave’ aims to further expand care in Sussex and Kent counties
Officials with the hospital system say that they are planning for “responsible growth” to prepare for a growing population in central and southern Delaware.
3 days ago
Listen 1:02Pa. measles infections climb to 1,222 cases amid statewide outbreak. Here’s what to know
The current measles outbreak dates back to April. Nearly all cases are among unvaccinated children and adults.
3 days ago
The education and lifestyle program was developed by the CDC in 2010. Participants were able to prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes years later, data shows.
3 days ago
Listen 4:42A network of air quality monitors grows in a formerly redlined area of West Philadelphia
The network will provide residents of formerly redlined areas of West Philly and Harrisburg real-time info about the air they’re breathing.
3 days ago
Listen 1:07In Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood, plans for a temporary solution to flooding hit a snag
The issue with temporary HESCO-style flood barriers comes after a plan for a levee in Eastwick was deemed not viable.
4 days ago
Listen 1:07How is technology changing talk therapy?
Online telehealth platforms took off during the pandemic. And now AI has entered the chat. Is in-person counseling a thing of the past?
Air Date: October 12, 2026
Listen 51:09It’s cold and flu season. Here’s which vaccines Philadelphians should get this fall
Everyone 6 months and older should get at least one shot for each respiratory viral disease, according to guidelines.
6 days ago
Anglers warned to not eat PFAS contaminated fish from the Wissahickon watershed
Environmental regulators found high levels of PFAS chemicals in fish tissue sampled from the Wissahickon Creek and its tributaries.
1 week ago
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