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A fourth grader sits at a desk with a letter about wetland protections at Joseph M. McVey Elementary School in Newark, Delaware
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These Newark, Delaware 4th graders are lobbying for wetland protections

The EPA last year proposed changes to the definition of “waters of the United States,” leaving some Delaware wetlands vulnerable to development.

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Robert Metzger (left) and his son, Alec
Health

As winter drags on, Philadelphia advocates are pushing to dispel myths about suicide risk

Research shows that rates of suicide are actually higher during the warmer months of the year, not during the winter holidays, a common misconception.

2 days ago

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Two scientists in the lab at Temple University
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Temple researchers hope to remove PFAS, microplastics with sustainable treatment method

Water providers are removing toxic PFAS chemicals from drinking water, but current methods are energy intensive. Temple researchers are looking at alternative technologies.

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woman experiencing a hot flash, a common menopause symptom (Machineheadz/Bigstock).
The Pulse
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The Weird Menopause Symptoms No One Ever Told You About — And How to Treat Them

We take a deep dive into perimenopause and menopause – and the latest research on how to manage and treat symptoms.

Air Date: January 16, 2026

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Autumn Nelson stands
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A 100-year-old Germantown home will become a new birth center for Philly families

Plans to open an independent birth center come on the heels of the Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center closure in Bryn Mawr.

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File photo: Tubes direct blood from a donor into a bag in Davenport, Iowa, on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. The U.S. is moving to ease restrictions on blood donations from gay and bisexual men and other groups that traditionally face higher risks of HIV. The Food and Drug Administration on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, announced draft guidelines that would do away with the current three-month abstinence requirement for donations from men who have sex with men
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Blood Bank of Delmarva urges donations amid winter challenges during National Blood Donor Month

As winter challenges reduce blood donations, the Blood Bank of Delmarva highlights lifesaving stories and urges Delawareans to give.

1 week ago

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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Power Bowl (Alexandra Grablewski.)
The Pulse
Health

From Soy to Carbs: How Food can Ease Menopause Symptoms

Registered Dietitian Jenn Salib Huber explains how to get the best nutrition during menopause.

Air Date: January 13, 2026

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Pages from the U.S. Affordable Care Act health insurance website
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Fewer Americans sign up for Affordable Care Act health insurance as costs spike

The 3.5% decline in enrollment is linked to expiring subsidies and rising health expenses.

1 week ago

A traveler moves in view of a control tower at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia
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Possible measles exposure at major Philadelphia airport, train station follows a busy holiday travel period

Recent measles cases and possible exposures have been linked to ongoing outbreaks in the U.S. and internationally.

1 week ago

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Rachel Updegrove shows off the bat-wing sleeves
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Fashion students at Jefferson make clothes for Philadelphians with prosthetics, skin sensibilities and other conditions

"Fashion can't just be about designing pretty clothes," said the program director.

1 week ago

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Vehicles are under water during flooding
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Thousands of Bucks and Montco residents live in flood zones. A new study suggests ways to lower the risk

The remnants of Hurricane Ida caused millions of dollars in damage to homes and led to the deaths of four people in Bucks and Montgomery counties.

2 weeks ago

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A happy couple laughing together. (Luiz Woellner Fotografia/Pexels)
The Pulse
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Engineering Happiness into our Daily Lives

A look at the science of designing a happier life — from reverse-engineering joy to moments of serendipity.

Air Date: January 9, 2026

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A certified medical assistant holds a syringe for a flu vaccine
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Flu activity spikes in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware as new variant threatens a longer season

A new flu variant, subclade K, is driving an uptick in cases across the U.S. and prolonging influenza seasons in other parts of the world.

2 weeks ago

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Flooding is pictured in Manayunk
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Philadelphians will see 15% discount on flood insurance starting in April

FEMA approved the city to join its Community Rating System, a program that rewards municipalities that take steps to reduce flood risk.

2 weeks ago

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Delaware River
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Delaware proposes plan to eliminate carbon emissions by 2050

Delaware environmental regulators are calling for increased access to electric vehicles, and the protection of natural resources.

2 weeks ago

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