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Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Terry Gross hosts this multi-award-winning daily interview and features program.

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Michelle Chester prepares a vial of the Moderna COVID-19
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Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6

Moderna said in the coming weeks it would ask regulators in the U.S. and Europe to authorize two small-dose shots for youngsters under 6.

3 years ago

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ChristianaCare to take over two Tower Health primary care practices in Chesco

The Chester County practices were once affiliated with Tower Health, owner of the now-shuttered Jennersville and Brandywine hospitals.

3 years ago

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How one Philly testing site is navigating the loss of federal COVID funding

Congress’s decision to exclude funding for coronavirus testing, vaccine and treatment in its government spending bill goes into effect Tuesday.

3 years ago

Heather, who lives in Montgomery County, differed with her ex-husband when deciding whether to vaccinate their two children against COVID-19. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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She wanted to vaccinate their kids. He didn’t. A judge had to decide

In Pennsylvania, a growing number of divorced parents are taking their COVID vaccine disputes to court.

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How the way we eliminate toxic PFAS from water also takes an environmental toll

Granular activated carbon is most effective at absorbing PFAS, but it contributes to the carbon footprint — a conundrum scientists want to solve.

3 years ago

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ICU and surgical units to be shut down at Delaware County Memorial Hospital

A Delaware County Memorial nurse called the announcement by Crozer Health a frightening development.

3 years ago

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Noise Annoys

On a technical level, noise and sound are the same thing: vibrating molecules that travel in waves straight to our ears. But when sound i ...

Air Date: March 18, 2022

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A vial of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is displayed on a counter at a pharmacy in Portland, Ore., Monday, Dec. 27, 2021. U.S. regulators have granted full approval to Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine after reviewing additional data on its safety and effectiveness. The decision Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 by the Food and Drug Administration comes after many tens of millions of Americans have already received the shot under its original emergency authorization. Full approval means FDA has completed the same rigorous, time-consuming review for Moderna’s shot as dozens of other long-established vaccines. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)
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Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID shot

The request Thursday is broader than rival pharmaceutical company Pfizer’s request earlier this week for the regulator to approve a booster shot for all seniors.

3 years ago

Nurse Sheena Davis administers a dose of a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
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Pa. health care leaders and advocates urge Congress to approve more COVID funding

The White House has warned it will run out of money to cover COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines unless Congress approves additional spending.

3 years ago

The exterior of the Coatesville VA Medical Center.
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Veterans Affairs recommends closing Philadelphia and Coatesville hospitals

The two Pennsylvania hospitals would be among 35 shake-ups nationwide, according to the Veterans Affairs secretary’s Asset and Infrastructure Review report.

3 years ago

COVID-19 vaccine syringes
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AP source: Pfizer seeking OK for 4th COVID dose for seniors

Drugmaker Pfizer is expected to request authorization this week for an additional COVID-19 booster dose for seniors, according to a person familiar with the matter.

3 years ago

HIV cell under electron microscope
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COVID vaccine’s mRNA technology also works for an HIV vaccine, study shows

Penn researcher Drew Weissman spent decades developing mRNA technology. He says it helps target the rapidly mutating human immunodeficiency virus.

3 years ago

Brooklynn Chiles glances up from her smart phone at home
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For kids with COVID-19, everyday life can be a struggle

More than 12.7 million children in the U.S. alone have tested positive for the coronavirus since the pandemic began.

3 years ago

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How do we get to the pandemic’s ‘next normal’?

Fifty-three epidemiologists, pharmacologists, virologists, immunologists, and policy experts came together to nail down some strategies.

3 years ago

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Former President Barack Obama speaks during a memorial service for former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid at the Smith Center in Las Vegas, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022
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Obama tests positive for COVID-19, says he’s ‘feeling fine’

Obama is encouraging more Americans to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, despite the declining infection rate in the U.S.

3 years ago

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